Hi everyone. I'm Coley in Ohio. I've just began researching weight loss surgery options and I'm leaning towards the Lap Band. The Lap Band seems like a less serious surgery than the Gastris Bypass. I know all surgeries are serious, but the thought of cutting and rerouting my intestines scares the crap out of me. I have a few questions that can only be answered by someone who's already been banded.
1. With the Gastric Bypass some people lose a lot of hair. Does that happen with the Lap Band?
2. Is the amount of weight you lose after being banded equal to the the amount you lose with the Gastric Bypass? Or does that vary person to person?
3. I've been looking at different before and after photo's and stats. Is the Lap Band designed for people who only have a little weight to lose?
4. Will I have to take Vitamins and supplements for the rest my life?
And finally....
5. I know the amount of weight lost varies from persons to person. How much is the average amount lost in a year?
Thanks so much in advance for all of your answers.
