Had lap band on 5/4, scared, but excited.

[jglong54 0]

This is the first time I've used a web forum, but here goes....

Had lap band surgery on 5/4 with UTSW's Dr. David Provost. Great doctor and wonderful staff!

This was my second attempt having the lap band. On the first try, I felled to not research the doctor thoroughly enough, and ended up spenting 11 days in total misery until the band was removed. Dr. told afterwards I was allergic to the band... funny thing Dr. Provost listened to the story and right off knew it was a prolaspe.

After this second try, things have been pretty good. I wasn't too fond of have all the sweet tasting nutritional drinks, but have made myself stick with it. The diabetic nutritional drinks work well. I'm hoping that after I attend my post-op-nutrition class I'll feel better about it.

Thanks for listening.

jglong54 :kiss

[clynnc 0]

Congrats to you.. Try not to be scared~ It sounds like you did your homework this time around. Good Luck with it and keep us posted.

[areellady 1]

WOW...how amazing...good job for not giving up on a healthy you!!!! Deanna

[Iluvharleys 15]

Welcome to LBT and to bandland!

[AnotherMe 0]

JG, no need to be shy.. we don't bite much Welcome to LBT!

I'm glad to see that after you went thru such a difficult phase with the 1st surgery you found a great/compasionate Doc and you're on the way to a healthier you!

What were your symtoms? constant pain? couldn't keep fluids down? I'm glad to see it did not ruin your chance at a band.

Are you in Dallas? I'm sending best wishes from Houston!

Karla