Mustjazz

Yes, that is exactly what he did. However I am an intelligent consumer, so I am taking his story with a grain of salt. That is why I am looking in various areas of this forum to get the good, the bad & the ugly. I just thought it was not a great way to start off on a new board, not exactly a positive welcome. I am another board, for Rheumatoid Arthritis & we try to be supportive of all newcomers. Again, I am so thankful for finding this site. The wealth of information & support here is wonderful. I'm still looking around the various forums since I don't have much to post yet since I'm in the very initial stages. There are many considerations I have to take into account, like anyone making this decision. Jazz:mellow:

Hi This is only my 2nd post. Again I so appreciate the wealth of info on this site. I too have RA & fibro both autoimmune diseases. My Rheum didn't have any concerns re: the surgery. Also at my initial consult I gave them a full medical history & no one mentioned that it would be an issue. I am in the early stages of the process, no surgery date yet. I meet with the nutritionist & psychologist next week. It started giving me 2nd thoughts about how well I will heal and also my body's reaction to the foreign body. So I will definitely discuss this more with the surgeons. I have gotten PM from someone who had surgery where I am going & he had a horrible experience & had his band removed. Although I appreciate hearing the good & bad I was taken back since he was so adamant against it. I know his threads haven't always been popular in looking back at his threads. I am scared being obese but I definitely want all the information to make informed decision re: lap band surgery. Jazz:confused:

Lauren Thanks for the warm welcome & encouraging words. I know everyone has different experiences but I just want to keep positive with an open mind. I am so glad you're doing well. Thanks, Jazz

Hello Everyone, I am in the very early stage on my way to lapband surgery. I had my first consult on 2/6/09 at Cedars-Sinai. I am scheduled for my nutrition & social work consults in a few weeks. I have been browsing through this very informative forum. I am encouraged to see how many people are doing well post lap band. Jazz :thumbup: