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I've been thinking about lap band surgery for the last 2 years. I almost had it about a year ago, but chickened out. I now have type 2 diabetes and am on the maximum dose of oral medication and I do not want to start injecting insulin. I cannot stick to a diet and exercise program for more than 1-2 weeks. If I don't have this surgery, I will not lose the extra 100 pounds that I've been lugging around for the last 10 years. I'm going to be a grandma in October and want to have the energy to enjoy my grandson and be around for a long time. I have no idea what to expect after the surgery and I hope to hear some real life experiences on this website.
Age: 61
Height: 5 feet 5 inches
Starting Weight: 263 lbs
Weight on Day of Surgery:
Current Weight: 263 lbs
Goal Weight: 160 lbs
Weight Lost:
BMI: 43.8
Surgery: LAP-BAND
Surgery Status: Pre Surgery
First Dr. Visit: 07/15/2010
Surgery Date: 08/20/2010
Hospital Stay: n/a
Surgery Funding: Insurance
Insurance Outcome: Yet to Apply