libby

My name is Libby and I'm 48 years old. I have always struggled with my weight through my pregnancy's. I would love to get advice or opinions on the sleeve, lap band or gastric bypass. My mother had the stomach stappling 31 years ago and it worked. My sister had the gastric bypass. I'm not sure what way to go. I just want to be happy and healthy and be able to play with my grandchildren and not be out of breath.

Thank you for all the information. I had my first visit with the surgeon today. He stated that all are good. I have gerd and take medication for it. He told me it is up to me on what I decide. He stated the sleeve may make my gerd worse. I have to see a dietician and a have psych eval. I have them both scheduled for next week. I like the information on the sleeve, but my sister had success with the gastric bypass. I'm going to keep doing research and make a decision. Thanks for the information. I do have one question. Does anyone have problems taking vitamins? I want to lose 80 pounds. I know that doesn't sound like much to most, but I'm only 4' 11".