sammy3552

I am seriously considering lap band. :biggrin: I have been reading and gathering alot of information on this site. I appreciate all the information available here. I noticed a huges percentage of "banders" who are happy with their decision of lap band. Is there anyone here or knows of anyone who Regrets getting the lap band? I have submitted my paperwork to the surgeon and I am awaiting an initial consultation appointment. Thanx much!

Thanx for the sharing! I hope things work out for you and your body gets back on track. How did you know something was wrong? Thanx!

I am replying to my own thread:rolleyes: I appreciate all the pros and cons. That is what I truly want to hear. There are a huge percentage of success with the lap band, but it's a little difficult to find the "regrets/problems" with the lap band. That is why I asked. Again, I appreciate all the responses. I do have one other question.... I have GERD. I am going to the hospital tomorrow for a scope down the throat because of the constant heartburn (even with meds). I've heard the lap band can deminish or even eliminate reflux. Also I've heard that it can make it worse. General consensus? Thanx again!

It takes alot of courage to apologize and you did it wonderfully! I'm sure all will pass just like everyone's gas. LOL

I won't bash you. Sorry it isn't working for you. But I truly appreciate your HONESTY AND CANDOR!!! That is why I am asking if there were any REGRETS. As I can see so far, "wishing it was done sooner" seems to be the most so far. Again, thanks for being up front and stating what you feel! Hang in there and see what your doctor can do for you.

Thanx for replying "mum"! I truly appreciate the encouragement. I see you are almost at your goal! CONGRATS!!! And best of luck to you!!!! I've been battling constant weight gain for years. I've had multitudes of tests (including the REE tests for measure caloric expenditure by exhaling) and my endocronologist diagnosed me as have a very slow metabolism. I am disciplined in eating healthy and exercising (love step aerobics), but my body doesn't want to give up the pounds! Just last October, I joined a fitness club. I exercised 5 days a week (M-F). Three of those days were 30 min with an EXPENSIVE personal trainer for 30 minutes and an addition 40 minutes of step aerobics. The other two days, 45 minutes on the olyptical and a medium pace. Only to GAIN 6 pounds and for my clothes to SCREAM at me!!!! Uuuugh! :biggrin: That is when I stopped going to the gym and I quit my personal trainer. I am so discouraged right now. I am hoping if I go the lap band, I can actually see the scale go to the Left instead of always to the Right! Sorry, thanx for listening to my whining!