Thinking about it..............

[juliegeraci 7]

Hi all!

I'm so glad I found this site. I've been thinking about getting the O Band surgery for months and months. I've been on every diet in the world, still I'm 270 pounds. I've been a vegan for the past few months and haven't lost anything.....

I've lost and gained the same 50 pounds so many times it's unbelievable. I have Health Net Insurance and I'm not sure if they cover the surgery, but I sure hope so. I'm planing on going to a seminar in the next couple of weeks.

What kind of side affects are there from the surgery? I have a difficult time with Constipation (since birth, believe it or not) so I take about 60 grams of Fiber a day plus over 1 liter of Water a day....has anyone had problems with taking Fiber? ? Or any Vitamins for that matter??

How long did everyone have to wait for approval from insurance companies?

Oh, I have so many questions...sorry.

If anyone wants to e-mail me directly with their story, feel free:

RMBeckwith87@yahoo.com

Thanks for all your input.

Melissa

The actual lapband surgery was really easy. The only side effect I had was the port site was sore. My approval, consults, EKG, etc. took about 8-10 weeks or so.

I too tried every diet out there. My highest weight was 320. I had lapband surgery at 285. The lapband is a tool so just be aware that the harder you work the faster you will lose. It takes a few fills to get restriction so you have to be patient. 1-2 lbs a week is the norm so you need to know that. Some people lose a lot faster but it depends on how much you exercise, etc. As far as constipation goes, I didn't have it. I would take a laxative a few days after surgery if you can go.

Good luck in your journey.

[Calif_Princess 0]

Thanks Julie!!