Hello from a new member in The UK

caz1970 · May 21, 2007

Hi from a new member!

I am at my heaviest ever (about 280lbs) and have suffered with clinical depression, for years.

I am on and off anti-depressants, which make me put on weight, so I go on them, get mentally better, but am left with more weight, so end up depressed again. And I have lost weight over the years, only to put back more!

I would love to have a band fitted, and I know this would help my self esteem and my health (swollen ankles, breathlessnes, no energy)

I would like opinions from anyone please.

Do I seek this operation, or should I try to conquer my depression(after 20years, I am not doing a good job)

Thankyou for any help!

Brandychick · May 21, 2007

This was soooo me pre-op! I was on and off anti-depressants. I had no energy and no will to find any. I was suffering with swollen ankles, acid, I was in pain everyday of my life cause my legs would not support my weight. I am left with a ver manageable and painless damage in my legs.

In response to your question, it really is down to you. Nobody can make such a major decision on your account. I now for me it was life changing, but it is no easy road! Please read about it, see the threads on this forum before you make up your mind, then if you are still thinking about it then go for it! That's what I did and I haven't looked back. But once again it has the be the right decision for you.

Welcome to the LPB!