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I thought that I wanted to have gastric bypass about thee years ago when I was weighing in at 230. I was still in college out of state and my surgeon said it would be much easier. I got spooked and changed my mind. Here I am, 3 years later and 35 pounds heavier and I needed to make a change. I have sleep apnea, I'm pre-diabetic, I get winded after going up one flight of stairs and my weight had kept me from feeling comfortable going out and enjoying my early 20s to the fullest. So I went back to Dr. McLean and decided the Lap-band would be the best thing for me. My surgery's in a week in a half and I'm ready. But, I'm also pretty terrified. Food has always been my best friend and I don't know how I'll be able to make this transition emotionally. Guess I'll figure it out as I go along!