Newbie to the Group & Lap Band

[blond1956 0]

Hay,

I had "gastric bypass" 08/2000 and did great (lost 100 lbs). Then, of course it started creeping back on. So, my doc suggested "lap band" on top of it. I haven't been very successful and I really don't know why and I am quite frustrated. It has been since 10/09 and I can eat what I want still and I have not lost the weight that I wanted to by now. What am I doing wrong? I need help in Texas!!

Glad I found this Support Group...I need support that I don't have to drive to.

[Spartan 4]

Welcome to the forum.

Sorry you have had so much trouble with the WLS process. There is no procedure that is perfect, and a lot of people have problems, regardless of the surgery they have had.

BOB (Band over Bypass) is one of the options for people in your position, and it does work quite well. Of course, the band does require a different state of mind than the Bypass....it is not nearly as "automatic" an experience as the Bypass.

You did not mention anything about fills, or what you are eating or anything. Have you had any fills yet? What does your Doctor say about your progress thus far? It does not sound like you have any restriction this far, and restriction is the "name of the game" in the Lap Band world.

I think you will find plenty of people here who can offer you some assistance....tell us more about your fills, and what you are eating now....

S.

[blond1956 0]

Well I guess I wasn't very clear on my situation. Yes I have had fills. I guess I don't quite understand "BOB". I am unable to attend support group meetings as they are 75 miles away from me, that's why I joined this support group. I need to ask questions...just don't know what to ask yet. I really do not feel much of a restriction when I have a fill...what do I need to tell the doctor? I have an upcoming visit this Friday. How much weight should I expect to lose? Am I supposed to be on some kind of diet? These are the kind of questions that I have...I've searched the internet but there really isn't a whole lot of info there. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.