I just got my surgery date!!

[Jorjet 0]

10 pounds before the surgery...

[La_madam 20]

I am not sure I have it in me to lose 10 pounds.

Jorget, you are having the band and only needing to lose 10 lbs? Please tell me this is a typo???

[kellymoos 4]

Surely not! Please give us more information.....maybe 10 lbs before the surgery??

[Jorjet 0]

Yes, 10 pounds before the surgery.....

[Debbydo 0]

So what's your date????

Are you an April bandster or May?????

Good luck with the 10 before surgery>

[Jorjet 0]

Hi Deb,

My date is April 21st, I can't wait to be on the other side....:banana

[New Hope 37]

Congratulations! How much weight would you like to lose after you get your band?

[Jorjet 0]

I am at 274.5 I would like to go down to 140 pounds.:banana

I really am curious if you can set a goal weight and stop there....

I have seen some people who got SKINNY.......I dont want that, I just want to walk, and be able to breathe, I am 5'2, and look like a rolly polly.

Anything, anyone can tell me is appreciated. thanks for replying.

[Jammin & Losin 1]

I am at 274.5 I would like to go down to 140 pounds.:banana

I really am curious if you can set a goal weight and stop there....

I have seen some people who got SKINNY.......I dont want that, I just want to walk, and be able to breathe, I am 5'2, and look like a rolly polly.

Anything, anyone can tell me is appreciated. thanks for replying.

Jorjet Once you get to your goal or an idea body weight for your height,you would just go get your band unfilled and you could just maintain your weight. If you started to gain again you could get a fill. This is the beauty of the band!!!

Good luck on getting your band date. I hope all goes well for you! This site is full of info and you will learn alot here!!!

[molynn 0]

Hi Jorjet,

Our stats are pretty close I think. I am 5' and started at 263. Your band is going to change your life. The 10 pounds you need to lose is just the beginning. I know you can do it. We are all here for you.

[I'llsucceed 1]

Congrats on geting your date- Ask lots of ??s so your more than prepared before hand. Best Of Luck!

[vinesqueen 2]

congrats on you date! Cool beans!

[birdee 1]

You can do it!!!!! Congrats on your date!

[Jorjet 0]

Thank you, I am trying, but I am soooo hungry, and the shakes are constpating me. :-(

[Jorjet 0]

Here are a few questions......any answers?

1) How long before you feel ok?

2) What do they give for pain?

3) Does insurance pay for the skin removel later?

4) How long before you can return to work?

Thanks for any help you can give me.

p.s. Does anyone chat in the chat room here?