Considering the Band

star13 · January 25, 2007

Hi all -

I am not banded, have an appointment tomorrow with my PCP to discuss Lap-Band. I am in NH and I know of NO bariatric surgeons in the state.

I am nervous, terrified, hopeful, scared and worried all at the same time.

My insurance (I believe) covers the procedure if "medically necessary," which it is, my BMI is over 40. Basically I am scared of the pain of the procedure, and of complications.

But probably not scared enough to give it a try...why not? I've tried everything else for G*d's sake!!!

girlinnyc · January 25, 2007

Hi all -
I am not banded, have an appointment tomorrow with my PCP to discuss Lap-Band. I am in NH and I know of NO bariatric surgeons in the state.

I am nervous, terrified, hopeful, scared and worried all at the same time.

My insurance (I believe) covers the procedure if "medically necessary," which it is, my BMI is over 40. Basically I am scared of the pain of the procedure, and of complications.

But probably not scared enough to give it a try...why not? I've tried everything else for G*d's sake!!!

yes, that's exactly why i just had it done--I'VE TRIED EVERYTHING ELSE--and even if it works--it's not PERMANENT. i'm hoping this PERMANENT reminder inside me helps me to ALWAYS modulate and regulate what I'm eating. so far, so good.

write me w/ any questions you have.

best wishes,

girlin

nyc

Missy22 · January 25, 2007

GO FOR IT!!! I was in pain for maybe a few minutes right after I got out of the surgery room, the other pain was mild, I was only in the hospital one night and in one week I was back to work. I am so happy I did this! I don't regret it at all. Not one complication yet....and I follow all directions given by the doctor so it can stay that way. Also, don't think that you will never get to eat the foods you like, you will it will just be in smaller amounts and not so often. I am so happy with my decision I love the outcome. GO FOR IT!!

juliegeraci · January 25, 2007

Hi Star, I love my band. I've been banded for almost 8 months now. I lose about 1 lb a week. I feel really good at that rate though. Keep the faith and I say go for it. Hope you can find a surgeon close by. Good luck.