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Expert: - 11/16/2011


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I recently had my lap band removed due to nausea constant vomiting and pain.  I am still not able to eat any solid foods and if I do its only little bites.  I am still vomiting and having pain in my left upper quadrant.  I feel like I still have a band that is full in place its hard to swallow.  When should all of this stop?

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Kaylee,
Most of the time, when a Band is removed because of problems the patient experiences relief of symptoms immediately. If you continue to have pain and/or swallowing problems then you definitely should see your surgeon again soon. Your surgeon may be able to explain why you still have symptoms, and if not then additional testing such as CT scan or endoscopy or Barium swallow may be useful.

Best of luck!
Dr JP

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John Pilcher, MD

Expertise

I can answer medically oriented questions about bariatric surgery including: patient selection, preparation for surgery, differences between types of bariatric surgery, aftercare following bariatric surgery. I can answer detailed questions about gastric bypass, Lap-Band, gastric sleeve, and revision bariatric surgery. I am only somewhat familiar with Biliopancreatic diversion. I am not prepared to answer insurance or other financial questions related to bariatric surgery.

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I have been a practicing bariatric surgeon since 1995. About 85% of my current practice consists of bariatric surgery, including all of the above procedures except biliopancreatic diversion. I am the senior surgeon of a 5-surgeon group. I am recognized among surgeons and other medical professionals as the most experienced bariatric surgeon in my region.

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Fellow of American College of Surgeons Member, American Society for Bariatric Surgery

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BA in Biochemistry - University of Virginia Medical Degree - University of Virginia Surgical Residency - University of Virginia

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Alpha Omega Alpha

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