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Hi everyone,

My name is Rachel, I had my surgery on September 25, 2006 and I was searching the web for fellow bandees! I live in Phoenix, AZ but I am origanally from Canada. I just wanted to hear about others experiences with the band and get and share some tips. Looking forward to chatting with you all!

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Great so far, it was hard at first, the first couple of weeks suck, the diet is really restrictive at first but now I can eat ok. I started at 302 and as of today I am 266. Feel great. When are you thinking of having it done?

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Good luck! I think it is the best thing I have ever done for my self! It is a little tough getting used to 1/2 cup portions but you get so full it is ok it just looks like you're going to starve when you look at your plate!

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it will be like when I am pregnant, the only way i lose weight, I am full after a full bites and hardly ever hungry. we never went out to dinner because it was a waste for me, and if we did i just took a few bites of my husbands plate. This is going to be so great!

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Hi,

I am seriously considering the lap band. I have not heard too many negetive things about it so that's good.

I live in Vancouver and wondering if anyone had any suggestions as to where to go.

Thanks.

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I have not had the lap band surgery done as of yet. I am doing some research. I am a little scared however, I have to weigh my options. My Dr. told me I am borderline high cholestoral, high blood pressure and getting to be diabetic. So I guess the option is simple. The only thing is I have lupus with kidney involement which I feel is a double whammy however, if I have this done and i loose weight maybe it will help my lupus and kidneys. Any suggestions?

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Hi, Dollybird. I was banded on Oct. 13th by Dr. Wai Leung in Surrey (close for you) 581-2515. To date, I have lost just under 50 lbs. Do it! You know, I called his office the end of June last year and here I am already banded!

$13,000 inclusive; cheaper if you don't have to stay overnight in the hospital.

I am super happy thus far.

Kat.:)

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