Hi every one. I am new to this forum, my suegery is schedule for 12/11. I have been optimist until last night when I started having double mind about the procedure. My greatest fear is not been able to loose my excess weight which is about 130pounds. This fear has pushed me to think that bypass might be better for me. I am willing to make changes in my lifestyle but I have tried so many things that failed.

Did anyone have this feeling?:biggrin:

Yep! Whenever the scale stops moving down or starts to move up. That's when the bypass looks like a more attractive option because it does a little more work for you, in the beginning.

There is work to be done when you have the band. It's not just having surgery and you start losing and keep losing. With the band you are more involved in the process of weight loss. Which is GOOD. The "why" you packed on the weight is very important and you have to change those behaviors as well as having the band as a tool.

I think for most of us bandsters we made the decision to go with the band because we wanted to loose the weight and keep it off. The keeping it off is the hard part and the band gives you the time and learning opportunity to make the lifestyle changes that will stand the test of time and life's challenges.

I 'm sure you've done the research into the difference between the band and bypass. The pro's and con's of both and found the right fit for you. Knowledge is very powerful in helping to make you feel comfortable with your decision.

Good luck on your journey.

I was scared that the weight wouldn't come off. I was afraid that I would spend all this money and be sitting on the couch eating crap weight the same or more a year after my surgery. I was SO SCARED. Not of the procedure...OF FAILING!

Bypass was never something I considered. I have a friend that had it done. She has done well. I'm not saying it is a bad surgery, but I am saying that I didn't want anything to do with dumping syndrome, malabsorption issues or MAJOR surgery. Lap band seemed to be a dream some true.

Minor laprascopic surgery, adjustable, reversible. Great...where to I sign up. Yep I had to sign alright...the loan papers to afford my surgery.

It has been work but I can push forward with the results I am seeing. I keep telling myself that this is the last time I lose these pounds. I've had one fill.

In 2 months I have said good-bye to the 280s, 270s, 260s and 250s. I am now down 41 pounds from my pre-op weight.

Don't kid yourself. I keep track of everything I eat. I workout. But the band makes it easier.

I love my band.

Good luck!