My name is Randy and I am from Columbus, Ohio. I just turned 18 in September. Right now I weight 300 lbs. and I am 5'8.
When i was 17 I joined the NewU program at Children's hospital for overweight teens/kids. I have sever hemophilia which is a rare blood disease. (my blood doesn't clout without a shot) Because of my hemophilia and excessive weight I have very bad problems with my ankles and knees. I have sleep apnea and borderline high blood pressure. So once I turned 18 they decided to enroll me into the bariatrics program so that I can get lap band.
I had the info session with the surgeon yesterday evening and I must admit that I am a bit more scared now. lol. Because of my bleeding disorder we are looking more towards lap band and not gastric bypass.
So I wanted to introduce myself and if anyone has any tips, ideas, thoughts id love to talk.