hi i'm new and nervous

[jojoyoung 0]

Hi my name is jo, and i'm awaiting my op at the end of oct 08 in brussels.

In 1998 I was diagnosed with Crohns Disease and at the time was very poorly, but fortunately I have not had any symptoms since and have not taken any medication for a number of years and feel well.

This morning I was reading a leaflet about gastric bands and it specifically stated that anyone with Crohns should not be fiited with a band. I have informed the clinic about my condition and they say its ok but i,m nervous now instead of being very excited. what should I do? :rolleyes2:

[JamieNP 20]

Welcome!

Just make sure you talk with your surgeon and get educated on all of the complications. I can see why bypass would not be a choice for you, but lapband..I don't know. Since Crohn's can affect the entire digestive system, it may be contraindicated.

[kimaly 57]

Hi! Just wanted to welcome you. I don't know anything about crohns, but if your worried do some research on line and get a second opinion. Good luck

Edited September 24, 2008 by kimaly

[JamieNP 20]

There are several people here that have crohn's and have been banded. Type in "crohn's" in the search box and you should be able to find the threads.

[jojoyoung 0]

thanks kimaly i've got four weeks to check it out

[jojoyoung 0]

thank you JWRN i,ve just done a search and found several people with crohns who have lap bands which have made me feel a little more positive.