travelbug26

Hello Everyone! I would like some opinions from "banded" patients who chose the band over bypass. I have a 6 month waiting period per my insurance and so I have some time to decide. But I'm confused and can't seem to make a solid decision. My BMI is 42, I love carbs and sweets. Bypass seems so drastic and I don't think I'd like NEVER being able to eat certain foods again. Plus I can't fathom vomitting all the time just because you ate the tiniest "wrong thing". So right now, I am leaning more towards the band. But how often does the band have to get tightened/restricted? How long does it take to find the right restriction? Why doesn't restriction work sometimes? If there is anyone out there that wished they would have had the bypass - PLEASE let me know!! Also, if there is anyone out there that has the band and is so glad they didn't do the bypass - PLEASE let me know! Any and all comments are greatly appreciated!! :smile:

Thanks Don for your input! I am leaning more (about 80%) towards the band. Less recovery time, less invasive, less pain. Thanks for taking the time to write and BEST OF LUCK with your band!! Let me know how you're doing!!

Thanks so much for your input. I don't like the fact that with the Bypass your stomach gets cut either! I also don't mind a slower weight loss. You've helped me a lot with your input. Thanks again!