pattigirl

My surgery was scheduled for June 30. I changed my mind 3 days ago. I am 56 yrs. old and my dr. sent me for all kinds of tests.Stress test, blood work-up. I've had 3 blood clots in one of my legs. The hemotologist warned me that I probably develope another one after surgery. That was enough to change my mind. Now, I am determined to loose weight on my own! I joined Weight Watchers, which, by the way, I've had luck with in the past. I am joining a gym. Good luck to everyone. And to myself!

I agree with Weight Watchers also. I have lost 90 lbs. on WW 20 yrs. ago. I kept it off for 10 yrs. Then I quite smoking and the weight started comming back on. I was scheduled for surgery on June 30. Been seeing all kinds of Drs. Having all kinds of tests done. I guess cause I'm 56 yrs. old, Dr. doesn't want to take any chances. Anyway, I have a history of getting blood clots in my leg. I saw a Hemotologist this week and she believes I would have a very high chance of getting another clot after surgery! I'm having a blood workup now and it will take 2-3 weeks for results. Honestly, I think this issue has changed my mind about the band! I postponed everything and I am determined to loose this weight on my own! If for nothing else, I'm having a good physical exam with all these tests. Perhaps in the future, the band will be an option again, but, for now, it's up to me.

Hi Jersey, I'm a Jersey Girl,too. I live in Arizona for the last year. I was born and raised in Jersey City. But lived in Franklin Park,Somerset Co. for 20 yrs.I am going through many tests and drs. appointments right now.Still not 100% sold on lapband. Probably 90%. My insurance won't cover unless a year with diabetes or health related issues. Will pay out of pocket if I have to, but would love to have ins. cover it or part. Does anyone know or have any ideas of how to get around the insurance issues? I have about 80 lbs. to loose. Please talk me into this!! Pattigirl