JME

Hello, I just downloaded this app for my phone to hopefully try to decide what to do. I'm doing research on this avenue of weight loss and still can't decide if I want the lap band or gastric bypass. I am very over weight and have been on many diets over the years and my weight has been up and down like a honeymoon penis! I am a 41 man and my bmi is 49.5..... Not good. I have no energy and doing the slitest activity has become tiresome. I just don't know which way to turn. I weigh 365lbs and would like to get married someday but that surely will not happen at this weight. Any input is greatly appreciated. Lap band or bypass? Thanks Jamie

Another question I have is how long is the time frame for the lap band to be in? Is it in for the rest of your life or is there a time limit and its removed?

I want to thank all of you for your input. I also forgot to mention I have zero health insurance so the cost of all of the options mention unfortunately becomes a factor. I was leaning toward the lap band for a few reasons. One was the lack of major cutting and rerouting of my plumbing so to speak. The mortality rate was lower so I was thinking it was safer. And lastly the cost. I don't know what the cost is but was figuring with the less amount of surgery it would be less expensive. Does anyone have a cost break down of the options?