Tampagirl

From everything I have read... It looks like you have to go on a 2 week liquid diet prior to getting band. Why is this? I feel that would be extremely tough. Not to be snarky but I feel that if I was capable of that, I would not need the band.

Love this site!! I am seriously considering getting lap band. Need to loose about 125 lbs. Accepted that I can't do ony own. My questions are: Approved? I see a lot of post saying they waited to get approved for surgery. Do they mean for insurance or are there requirements to get the surgery. If so... What are they? How does the doctor do the fill? Do they have to open you up to do fill? I think that is all for now. Thank you on advance for any help/advise you can provide.

I am searching for a Doctor. I will be a self-pay. Does anyone know the cost. Live in Tampa Florida. Will travel if I need to for a good doctor and affordable procedure.

I gave seen all these post about acid coming up. What causes this and why does this relate to lap band. I used to get it but I drank a cap of apple cider vinegar and it went away immudiatly. I have not gotten in awhile.

Thanks

Thank you very much for your reply

Wonderful. Thank you. Oddly enough ( being that I am already overweight) I am concerned about appearance more than pain. Needles are fine for me. Another odd concern is what I will no longer be able to eat. I understand pizza is a no no. I am sure I will get over these ridiculous concerns. I want to be healthy and a good weight.

Thank you for responding. Tampa too!!! That us great. Your photos look incredible and it appears you lost a lot. I will be a self pay. I am looking for an affordable Doctor. Any suggestions? Is the port visible?