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Thank you so much for starting this thread. Its threads like this and others that helped me make my mind up to get Gastric bypass in lou of the band. I dont want to ever have a revision or any of these problems so im skipping it ha im currently doing all my Pre op testing for my gastric bypass surgery ! =)

I've decided not buying ANY new clothes until I've been Banded !!!I have a crap ton of clothes that I never wear because im " fat " so ive just keep on shopping !!! No more !

KNock knock .. am i the only one ? lol oh noes !

Hahah i too have HIP and the only problems i have run into is my PCP office manger !! I KNOW she is so sick and tired of me calling for referrals I will say that altho they insurance hasnt really been a pain these test that I have to get done ... are becoming a bit of a nightmare to schedule. The Gastronoligist doesnt have a open appt until Dec 2011 !! If anything try to get all your testing done early !!! You will be way ahead of the game !

Oh great !! I was starting to get worried !! Lol

Thank you so much !!

Hey everyone .. ( this is tmi warning ) : / I like many others have a problem with my stomach hanging down and causing a painful , hot rash . I haven't even been banded yet and I've heard once you try to get a TT after weight loss , that one ofthe reasons they get approved is for said rash . With that said , should I be complainingto my PCP about it now so it's on record ? Does that even matter ? Also , any tips or tricks you've used or know of that helps ease the rashes would be apperaticed !!!

Ive heard many many people say " I would have gotten the Sleeve if my insurance would cover it " . I wonder why that is ..... Im with much everyone else on here .. whatever works for YOU ! Everyone is different and you have to do what is right for you . =) Wishing you all the best !!! I myself am considering Sleeve or Bypass. =)

Yea having my blood drawn and taking vitamins everyday sounds like a cake walk compared to what thus poor lady has been thru . I'm fully aware what comes with bypass and I'm willing and ready for the challenges . Lap band to me seems like a temporary answer to a long term problem that could make me feel worse in the long run . . It's not for me . I know it's works like a charm for alor of people . I've met alot if friends here and they seem to be okay with the sliming , Pbing , etc . But again not my cup of tea . I

This post makes me want gastric bypass. i know it comes with its own set of issues but dam! i really wish you good luck .. and thank you for posting this. If i was able to control my diet and do what i need to do to get fit i would need the band. period. wishing you the best !

Oh hi !! I have Dr.Gadeleta over at North Shore .It's a long drive but I really like him !! So how are you feeling ? Tell me everything !!

I gotta know what did you do after surgery ?

You go girl !!! =)_

i havent had my surgery yet . However , ive been dieting and working out like a nazi and im GAINING WEIGHT !! What the heck !? My jeans even feel tighter ! What is wrong with me ? Im not working out with weights or anything im just walking about 45 mins every night . So disappointing . I was REALLY hoping to be one of these " Bandsters" that lose 50lbs before they even have surgery with diet and exercise . It really makes me feel like crap. If i gain weight once i get the band , that will be the end of me . I cant do this anymore.

SO im aware that Ill need to watch what i drink because they are FULL of empty calories .. i get that ! But my question is .. does drinking make you feel full ? If i have a glass of water when im hungry , will i get that " full " feeling ? Im curious =)

Thanks Fran . I just get so frustrated because i want to do this right . I have alot riding on my success . I signed up to a similar site . Ill see what happens . i just got to keep on keeping on !! Ive decided to up my work outs to twice a day . Maybe that will get the ball rolling ! Ive gained 3 lbs Rachel ! In a week ! : /

So I had my very first meeting with my surgeon today . It went very well and ive already started the necessary testing for surgery .He seemed all for lap-band he thought i would do very well with it . However , I noticed he seemed like he was more of a fan of the Gastric Bypass result wise. He explained to me the risk of both surgeries so I understand what it means to have the bypass. I was just wondering if anyone else battled with this ? I was 100 % all for my Lap- band but now since meeting with him im kind-of second guessing myself. I have 3 months to decide which is best for me . He said and I quote " La-band takes a long long time to see actual results and thats if you diet and exercise . The bypass you will see results right away " . Now of course im thinking " if I knew how to properly diet and exercise I wouldn't be in this predicament " . Help !