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I have broken at least 4 or 5! Lol Now we get the seats with metal hinges. Once at my in laws house I sat in a chair that I was too small for at the kitchen table and of course broke the arms off of it. This was about 3 months after my father in law talked about how the kitchen table and chairs were antiques Lol. This was also the chair that he always sat in! Once in high school I sat in a chair and the back legs slowly collapsed and I fell in front of the whole class! Lol even the teacher was trying not to laugh! Lol

So I have heard several people say that most people end up needing a lap band removal or replacement 5 years plus after surgery. I know this is on a case by case basis and often times it is the patients fault (not always of course). But, how long have you had your band? Or what is the longest that you know of people having theirs?

Thanks for the replies! 1200 doesn't sound bad, but when I read the lower #'s in the past I was a little shocked. By the way Missy I saw your before and after pictures and WOW... Doesn't even look like the same person. Congrats on all of your success! Your hard work is paying off and thanks for not being afraid to show the pictures! I am fairly new to this site and look forward to reading your posts when I check in. Awesome job!

So when I'm reading all of these posts about daily food/calorie intake I keep noticing people saying they consume between 500-1200 a day. Is it really healthy to consume such few calories? Wouldn't you feel weak or dizzy a lot if you are under 1000? I have seen several people in the 7-800 range. How many and what kind of Vitamins do you have to take to make up for this low amount of food intake?

CarolinaGirl thanks! You are always so positive, I love reading your replies. You are right, focusing on the past will not do anything! Mis That is awesome, congratulations! Wearing the mask sucks! Lol I do cheat every once in a while and not wear it but then I feel like crap the next day, so it's not worth it to me. I would be so happy to not have to wear that dumb mask anymore! Or even to not take BP medicine anymore! The surgeon I'm talking to claims to have in the 90% range of successfully getting people off of their CPAP machine, I just love to put faces with statistics. Thanks for the replies, you guys are awesome!

Due to my weight I have high blood pressure and sleep apnea. My blood pressure is under control due to medicine. The high BP wasn't the wake up call for me that I have to do something about my weight. But, a few months ago I was diagnosed with sleep apnea and have been using the c-pap machine. Every night when I put the mask on I get mad at myself! Mad that I got myself into the position where I have to wear it! But I look forward to getting the lap band and one day maybe not having to wear it. My sleep apnea is very mild. Has anyone been successful in getting rid of their sleep apnea from weight loss? How long/ how much weight off did it take you? I know everyone is different.

Thanks for the replies!

How much weight did your dr want you to lose before surgery. My bmi is 51, I'm 5'11 and 360 pounds. I have not had my consultation yet but I intend to have surgery at the end of the year or beginning of next year. I am setting a personal weight loss goal of 40 pounds. What are the reasons/benefits of losing weight before surgery? Obviously you will be closer to your goal, but was wondering medical benefits.

Those pancakes sound delicious! Lol I am lucky in the aspect of carbonated drinks, I haven't had a pop in years. Beer on the other hand I do have a couple a month, but I'll be fine giving beer up . But when football season rolls around and I can't drink one, I'm sure I'll miss it! But, it will be worth it for sure! Thanks for the replies, this site is great!

I plan on having the lap band surgery within the next year. I will take the upcoming year to work with my doctor on anything that I need while also doing as much research as possible on my own. After all waiting one year to prepare myself for the lifestyle that I will live with for the rest of my life seems reasonable. Assuming that you are post band, What foods do you miss the most? Pizza and Chicken Tikka Masala (from a local Indian restaurant) are my absolute favorite! However, they aren't healthy (obviously) and I know that I will miss them! But, I'd rather miss the food and not have to wear the stupid Mask in bed every night bc of my sleep apnea (which I hope will go away with weight loss)! Not to mention being able to play sports with my son for an extended period of time!

Thanks for the info! It has been hard to find people with similar problems! My Dr. Assured me that there would be no problem, but it's nice to hear it from both perspectives.

I have a platelet dysfunction disorder, basically my blood doesn't clot as well as it should. I plan on having the lap-band surgery. I will be working with my surgeon and oncologist to figure out what extra precautions that I need to take. Does anyone on here have or know someone who has a bleeding disorder who has went through the lap-band procedure? What was your/their experience like? Thanks in advance!

Wow, great info! Thanks! I watched the online seminar but If you get a discount for the in person seminar I'm there Lol. If you don't mind me asking, what is the discount? Other than the $12,999 what other fees do you have to pay as a self pay patient? Like, does that include the tests etc. that Dr Curry may require. I heard there is a $400 fee, but know very little about it to be honest. I love how accessible Dr Curry is even though I'm not technically his patient yet. I was getting responses to emails within a couple hours one day. Thanks for responding, it's awesome to talk to someone who went through the same Dr that I will be going through!

Awesome! Thanks for the reply! I probably drink between 100-150 ounces of water daily. I'm happy to know that this shouldn't be a problem once I'm healed from surgery!

Thanks for all of the replies! This is seriously the most supportive forum ever and that is coming from a cancer survivor who has participated in several! So I do have a question about water consumption. I know that it varies during meal time per your surgeon, but are you limited to the amount of water you are allowed to consume daily? Water is 90% of what I drink, I don't drink pop at all. I have read a couple posts where people make it sound like they are limited, it seemed odd to me, but I figured I'd ask anyway. Thanks!

I have researched and considered doing the lap band surgery for a couple years off and on. I am 28 years old 360 pounds. I am on medication for high BP and I have sleep apnea. I have been up to 395 and down to 315 in the past couple years. I am good at losing weight, HORRIBLE at keeping it off... The main thing that makes me nervous about the Lap band is I'm selfpay and the cost of complications etc.. I have been talking to Dr. Curry in Cincinnati, Ohio through e-mail and will be setting up a consultation soon. If all goes well I plan on saving money throughout the year and having the surgery at the end of this year. This forum has taught me so much, thank you guys for your stories, honesty, and helpful hints. This has painted a very clear picture of what living with a lap band truly is like.