sussexlass

LAP-BAND Patients

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March 22, 201214 yr

The day I made the decision to go to the doctors and investigate the gastric band probably saved my life. My doctor knew little about the procedure so I told him what I knew, this was June 2005, July 2005 I had consultation with the surgeon, October 2005 I had the op, in on a thursday out friday morning. I had several last suppers, the last chinese, the last steak, the last bbq, you get the picture. I went in at over 18 stone. This was my first ever operation at the age of 49, I had never been in hospital, had no medical history, nothing wrong I was just fat. Tried all the usual diets. I dont feel bad about cheating and having surgery, as it was the best thing that could have happened.

Would I do it again given the same set of circumstances, you bet, and would urge anyone who is thinking of the band and has the opportunity, its a win win.

6 years on and I live with my band its part of me. Several of my friends who have seen me reduce my weight have since had the op and again its been succesfull.

Dont get me wrong, its been a learning curve and there are difficult times even now, but i know how to handle it.

Good luck to you all xx

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sussexlass replied to Wheety3's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

Wishing you all the best, yes the weight will drop off, and you will be changing your wardbrobe many times, and having great shopping fun while doing it.
- March 22, 201214 yr
- 4 replies
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Images added to a gallery album owned by sussexlass in Before and After Lap Band Photos
Untitled Album, a weight loss surgery photo album by sussexlass on BariatricPal. 2 photos in Before and After Lap Band Photos.
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- March 22, 201214 yr
Poll: NHS or Private
Poll: NHS or Private

sussexlass replied to Maincat's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions

Hello, I am now 5 years on, best decision for me, had my band done at Midhurst ( NHS) surgeon Mr G Slater, now based at Chichester ( W Sussex). Good luck.
- October 10, 201015 yr
- 40 replies
Surgery Tuesday June 10th
Surgery Tuesday June 10th

sussexlass replied to Yaya24's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums

Best thing that ever happened to me, weak NEVER it takes a strong bold person to make the decision and take control of there lives and opportunities. Good luck
- June 17, 200818 yr
- 4 replies
Poll: NHS or Private
Poll: NHS or Private

sussexlass replied to Maincat's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions

Hi, I had my band done on the NHS and could not find any fault what soever, everything they said would happen, happened, great after care service, back at work 1 week later that was 2 yrs ago and I am 5 stone lighter. NHS or Private act now. Good luck.
- December 6, 200718 yr
- 40 replies

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