Looks Like Lots More Women Then Men Get Banded

[bestarcher 0]

Lots More Women Then Men Get Banded Or So It Seems Or Is It Women Are More Likely To Talk About It . Are There Any Other Males Out There

[losethechains 0]

Yep! I don't post much, and read a few posts here and there as time allows, but wanted to just encourage you a bit in knowing there are other guys going through the process with ya. I was banded in April and had my first fill the end of May, so I'm still learnin' the ropes, but things have been going well for me. My wife and I were both banded at the same time, so we are support for each other. I was 388 at my highest, 356 at surgery, and 325 as of yesterday...so far so good. In any case, I hope things are going well with you too. Have a great weekend.

[josephine 1]

Bestarcher,

Male, female, what does it matter. Males have too much ego and pride. I am sure they are out there but as always will not come forward. Do you need to discuss something? I will help you out if you would like. I am sure that most people whether male or female would love to be able to assist you.

Josephine

[Brewa2000 1]

Hi bestarcher-

I think your correct on both accounts. There are a few of us, although I think the ratio of females getting banded to males is about 5 to 1. Just a very unscientific poll (asked my doc). I think ladies, in general, are more inclined to do something about health problems than guys. I also believe women will be more apt to talk about it.

I invite you to join our "guys only" thread going in the general discussion area. We talk about guy stuff.

Good luck!

Bruce