Lap Band or Bust

[Gaila 0]

Hi All,

I have been pursuing the lap band surgery for the past 9 months. I have completed all requirements and attended the first support group meeting just to get an idea of how people are responding to the surgery. Unfortunately, it was a 50 to 5 ratio of pre-op to post-op, but while I gathered some good info, it still hasn't convinced me that this is the right way for me to go. All I know is that I'm 56 years old with an 80 year old looking body and a 30 year old mentality ~~ I have to lose weight and maybe this is my only chance!

Would love to hear from post-op folks - your successes, your challenges, your frustrations.....

It's important to hear it all! Also, for those who have been post-op for several years, it would be interesting to know if at some point, there becomes a time that you can eat "normally" again......

Thanks so much!

Gaila from Maine:biggrin2:

[Paula08 0]

Gaila,

I am 40 and was banded 3/18/08. I started working out at the gym in Jan08 and now have lost 45 pounds so far. The band is the best thing that ever happened to me as I have used many many weight loss diets and always regained the weight back over time. Not to mention I would struggle with weight loss each time after losing about 30 pounds which was never enough. I feel as though the band has given my back control of my life. I feel healthier then ever and have more energy. I use to worry all the time about what my weight was doing to my body and now all I think about is how my body is changing into a healthier me who will be around along time to come.

Do as much research as you can and find what works the best for you personal needs.

For me I would do the band a million times over.

Hugs

Paula

[Gaila 0]

Paula,

Thanks so much for replying.....you have made me feel very optimistic about having the surgery. Do you have any do's or don'ts to share as I proceed to the pre-op stage? I would really appreciate your help! Thanks so much! Gaila