IN2RLIFE

Thanks for replying. This morning was my first time talking to her about any type of weight loss surgery. She has put in a referral for me to start meeting with a dietician. I will go to meetings and try to tweak some things in my lifestyle (eating and exercising). I have done so much, but being Type II makes it hard to lose consistently for me. I've known other Type II's that lose steadily without an issue. They can eat good or bad carbs without spikes. Everyone is different. So, the jury is still out whether I will actually go through with the surgery. I'm still researching and trying to get comfortable with the idea itself. Thanks again.. I really appreciate it.

I've read many stories about diet classes and counseling being mandatory. Is this true. I've also heard insurance companies prefer primary doctor to prescribe diet pills too prior to referring patient for WLS. Have you heard or encountered this? Sorry to ask all these questions. This is such an important decision for me. I found this website tonight. I have so many questions. Thanks in advance for your help.

Hi There, I live in Southern Calif. too... I see my primary tomorrow and my insurance has a list of specialists also. I pray they are good ones to chose from. I was given Dr. Fobi's name from a girl at the grocery store. She had gastric bypass. Unsure if I want to do that... I've heard great success stories about lap band procedure. I'm Type II and on Lantus now. It has made me gain over 10 pounds since April. I can't wear my "skinny" jeans anymore. I'm 5'4 and 230 lbs. as of this morning. Very small on the bottom and I can wear 14W or 16W, but the top portion of my body is 2x or 20W. What made you decide on lap band? I don't eat a lot during the day or night, but I believe my Type II and now taking insulin has made my body resistant to losing 60 lbs. I'm frustrated. I've been thinking about WLS for years now. Plan to talk to my primary tomorrow. This will probably be the most important visit I've ever had with her.