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My new birthday is March 10th! West Michigan

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Laweezmi    0

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My first post, but I have been in the process for over 10 months. When the nurse called to tell me yesterday, she used those words,"your new birthday is.." I hadn't heard that before and it really got me psyched. Anybody out there in West Mich who has already had lapband or is about to have it like me? I have a lot of questions and have been looking over the forum for a few weeks. Thanks everyone! There is so much info and practical tips available. I'll be having my procedure at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. I know it's usual to get wary just before the surgery, but is there anyone who really REGRETS having had this? If so, why? I hope to hear from you.

Laura S.

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TQUAD64    9

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You might find people who regret the band on this forum on the following links: Lap-Band Complications - Lap Band Surgery and Lap Band Discussion Forum

Life After Lap-Band Removal - Lap Band Surgery and Lap Band Discussion Forum

I think it is always good to hear both sides of the band journey. Those who love it and those that regret it.

Good luck!

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My first post, but I have been in the process for over 10 months. When the nurse called to tell me yesterday, she used those words,"your new birthday is.." I hadn't heard that before and it really got me psyched. Anybody out there in West Mich who has already had lapband or is about to have it like me? I have a lot of questions and have been looking over the forum for a few weeks. Thanks everyone! There is so much info and practical tips available. I'll be having my procedure at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. I know it's usual to get wary just before the surgery, but is there anyone who really REGRETS having had this? If so, why? I hope to hear from you.

Laura S.

Congrats on your upcoming surgery. I'm being banded on 3/8/09. You should join us on the March 09 forum.

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