Cigna Approved! November 4 2013 is the big day

[Razorbackmom 3]

January 2009 I had the lap band surgery I only lost a total of 22 pounds. My lowest weight was 220 my highest is now 298 I have only gained and after having a baby my weight has gotten out of control. I knew I wanted a revision and the sleeve was my first choice but my surgeon said he would only revise to the RNY so now in 4 weeks I will be a new healthier me!!! My current weight is 255 and my surgeon wants me to "lose as much weight as possible" because he said it will be difficult to take the band out at my weight...has anyone elses dr advised them in the same manner? Also I am worried about recovery I am a stay at home mom of a 1 year old..not sure what to expect

[SoccerMomma73 1,867]

I'm 5'6 and was 225 when my band was removed and 255 when my RNY was done 6 months later. The heavier you are, the more crowded things are for surgery, so yes, lose what you can. That said, the do both band and RNY on people much much larger so I think there may be an element of fear factor going on too . Congrats on bring a step closer!!!!

HW 312, pre-op (RNY) 255, current weight 198

[Razorbackmom 3]

I'm 5'6 and was 225 when my band was removed and 255 when my RNY was done 6 months later. The heavier you are' date=' the more crowded things are for surgery, so yes, lose what you can. That said, the do both band and RNY on people much much larger so I think there may be an element of fear factor going on too . Congrats on bring a step closer!!!!

HW 312, pre-op (RNY) 255, current weight 198[/quote']

Thanks!!! @soccermomma73 I am ready to get rid of this band for good!!!

[slwyse 7]

I'm 5'6 and was 225 when my band was removed and 255 when my RNY was done 6 months later. The heavier you are' date=' the more crowded things are for surgery, so yes, lose what you can. That said, the do both band and RNY on people much much larger so I think there may be an element of fear factor going on too . Congrats on bring a step closer!!!!

HW 312, pre-op (RNY) 255, current weight 198[/quote']

I know that the surgery is easier the lighter you are but they do it all the time on heavier people. That being said, you do want to make sure you are the healthiest you can be before surgery. And that means following your Dr's advice. I was required to lose 10 lbs the week before. It was really hard, but I followed it to the letter. I figured I was only hurting myself if I didn't.

I wish you luck on your surgery, and you are right, it was great to get the band out!

If you can have someone help you the 1st week that would be great. You will be tired and it will be hard to sleep well. Also, if you are taking pain meds you don't want to be responsible for a 1 year old.

Again, lots of luck to you!

Sue

[slwyse 7]

January 2009 I had the lap band surgery I only lost a total of 22 pounds. My lowest weight was 220 my highest is now 298 I have only gained and after having a baby my weight has gotten out of control. I knew I wanted a revision and the sleeve was my first choice but my surgeon said he would only revise to the RNY so now in 4 weeks I will be a new healthier me!!! My current weight is 255 and my surgeon wants me to "lose as much weight as possible" because he said it will be difficult to take the band out at my weight...has anyone elses dr advised them in the same manner? Also I am worried about recovery I am a stay at home mom of a 1 year old..not sure what to expect

Sorry, I quoted the wrong person! So if the previous post doesn't make sense, that's why!

That's what I get for always using my phone instead of my computer!

Good luck Razorbackmom!