New! First appt with surgeon on Wed.

[FindingMyself13 16]

Hey all, I am having my first appt with my surgeon in Wednesday! I am excited but nervous.

I originally thought I would get the lap band surgery but after doing some research it seems like there is a lot more complications. So now possibly considering the VSG.

So lapband or VSG pros and cons?

Obviously, I realize I will discuss my options with my surgeon. Just want your take on them.

[duckydoom 128]

I had the lapband, then had it removed, and now I am going for the sleeve. It is what I originally wanted, but it wasn't covered by my insurance at that time. RNY was a bit spooky to me because of the whole bypass bit, so my surgeon and I decided that given the amount of weight I needed to lose, the band would be great.

I personally had issues with keeping food down, my band was "fussy" and would accept foods one day, and they'd get stuck and I'd be miserable and vomiting/sliming the next. I had it out after two years because I had stopped losing weight and I couldn't keep food down.

There are PLENTY of people who have had bands and had great results with them. There are also plenty of people who have had issues with the band, sleeve, and RNY. Look up "sleeve regret" "band regret" or even just "regret" in the search bar - you'll get a good mix.

I'd say ultimately talk to your surgeon about how much weight you want and need to lose, and which surgery would be appropriate for you. I know a lot of them are phasing the band out, and my insurance company doesn't even cover the band anymore. Just something to take into consideration.

Anyway, congrats for your first step! I'm sure you'll do well no matter what surgery you choose to go with. Best of luck on Wednesday!