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[nascarnana 0]

Hello everyone.

I was banded on 6/23/08 and my story is no different than most. I am 66 y.o. and had tried everything that was ever published to lose weight. I have been obese since age 13.

My surgeon is Dr. Paul Ross of Spartanburg, SC and he is a true blessing for me:regular_smile:a kinder and more caring person could not be found!

I am doing well and have been surprised by the comfort zone I am in. I need to find a way and the time to exercise (walk) more. I have osteo and rheumatoid arthritis and can only walk for 10-15 minutes at a time.

I wonder if my weigh loss is comparable to others at this point in my "journey". I have lost 12 pounds in 5 weeks. Please advise.

I'm appreciative to this sight and the opportunity to meet new friends.

Thank you.

Pat

[GayleTX 1]

The lapband literature says that bandits can expect to lose an average of about 1-2 lbs a week over a year's time. That does not mean you'll lose 1 or 2 pounds every week.....it just means after a year your weight loss will average out about 1-2 lbs a week.

So happy for you that you were able to have the surgery......it's never too late for us 'older girls' to get a fresh start, is it! It has made a remarkable difference my life.....I wish the same for you!