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Please tell me I am not the only person out here that is having a horrible time with quitting smoking!!!....I have just reordered Chantix and pray that it works. My doctor said I had to quit or terrible things could happen with my lap band but she didn't say what they were. Does anyone know? I know the health risks of smoking and that I need to quit. After 40 years of smoking it is not easy.

Julie you are an inspiration! You have touched me in a way that prompts me to REALLY quit. I can relate. Thank you. I just keep kidding myself and the doctor. I have 2 weeks of Chantix left.......I am really going to quit!

I still have not completely quit. I have cut back a great deal. It is the only thing I lie about to my doctor. I am still on Chantix. I have had 3 fills. 5cc-2cc=1/2 cc. The doctor said if I didn't completely quit her would give me no further fills. :tongue: I have lost every month 57 lbs since Sept. 4th. I would dearly love to stop the smoking completely.

CONTRATULATIONS..........I have a long way to go......at this point I have lost 50 pounds.. I am thrilled with that...I can't imagine how I will feel when I make the 100 pound point!. You are doing wonderful

What a inspiration! I had surgery in Sept. I have lost between 45-50 pounds. I am still using my walker but I have also started to use my cane for short distances( outdoors). My husband says I am walking more upright and I can tell in smalls ways I am doing better. I have a long way to go but like you..Dee.. the lapband has been the easiest thing I have ever done. I have had absolutely NO problems or discomfort. I feel so fortunate and I do not want to mess up this chance. Thank you for your imput

That is so encouraging......thank you. I have my first fill this coming week. I am anxious.

Thanks for your response. I am really going to try.

OK, this is the most inspriational message I have read so far. I can totally relate to what you are saying........THANK YOU. I was banded on Sept 3rd. The 17th of this month I will have my first fill. I can get around the house OK. I sit on a stool to cook. When I leave the house I use a walker and I only shop in stores that have a motorized shopping cart. My husband (bless his heart) does the laundry. You truly have inspired me. My wish is to be able to get around easier and without the walker and to be able to do more around the house. God bless you Haffdime

I so agree with you. I was banded on the 3rd. I NEVER had real pain. I was sore like you had done too many sit ups. It has been so easy so far.

Congratulations! You will do great. This was the easiest surgery I have ever had. Haffdime

Hi, I am from the Des Moines area. After several frustrating months I believe I have jumped through all the hoops. I was denied by my insurance company and we appealed. The approval letter came today! I am so excited. I don't believe my knees can carry this old body much longer. I just found this site tonight and have a feeling I will be spending my fair share of time on it. It really helps to see what other people are going through. Good Luck to all of us!

Hi I just found this site a week or two ago... I am going to be 60 and I am having surgery Sept 3rd. Please tells me some of my pain in my knees is going to go away!

Hi, My banding is near and I can hardly wait. This thread looks like a great place to find the support we may all need through this journey. I wish all of us the best of luck.

Lets keep in contact Bambam. It is a long process. We a lady I work with who has had gastric bypass told me it would take 6 months or better I thought she was crazy. She was right. It is quite a process. Just take it as it comes. Are you coming to Des Moines for the meeting? It will overwhelm you also but you will come away with lots of questions answered. My surgery is next Wednesday. I am so anxious. Let me know how you are doing. Take care

I am almost there........I have surgery Sept. 3rd. I have stocked up on protein and am ready to go. I am so anxious.

Nance, I have not had my surgery yet. I have to go to the group meeting on Aug 2nd and then I can get my surgery date. I am 59 and have a lot of problems with my knees and legs. I use a walker when out and about. I am so anxious to know if some of this will ease as I lose some of this weight. Do you have any input on this subject? Thanks Haffdime

I just got my approval on Friday. I will go to the group meeting on Aug. 2nd. That is my last hoop I need to jump through. I will then meet with my doctor for my surgery date to information on my 2 week pre op diet. My doctor is Dr LeMasters. She is great. Her father fought obesity and all the problems it creates all his life. She has a real tenderness and understanding of the issue. My insurance is BC/BS Alliance Select. They denied me the first time. I was shocked. I have well over 150 lbs to lose. I had all of my tests and all of the doctors said I would be a great subject for the surgery. The insurance company denied me stating:"Medically not necessary" Dr LeMasters sent a teriffic appeal letter and in about 3 weeks we got our reply. I know I will nerver win a beauty contest but I can hardly wait to be (hopefully) walk without my walker. Keep in touch! Your letter will arrive.:ohmy: