hi i started thinking about the lap band seriously about 3 months ago and i am really considering doing it....ive been overwieght all my life i just love food but it really spiraled out of control the last few years....in my head right now i really think ill end up doing it...ive talked to my doctor and read up on it alot....i do get that the person has to make the band work...im only 20 years old i still have alot of time to do it on my own but i think i really need this...thanks for reading wish me luck