mwillis

Thanks Dody. I think that's the problem. I read to much. I was very secure in my decision but I have read so much here about erosion and slipping that I was just wondering how often it really happens. I don't mean to make anyone repeat themselves but I was looking for some recent numbers.

I am being banded 3/30/06 and I keep reading about erosion and the band slipping. I was first approved for RNY (which I never really wanted but they sent the pre-approval by mistake). I am beginning to question my decision. This just has to work. I figure if I work really hard I might be able to get the weight off before I have any problems. How often do problems occur?

Thank you all! I will be buying these in the next couple of days. But can I drink the ones with milk right after surgery?

I am being banded on 3/30/06 and I am looking for a decent tasting protien drink that I can drink right from the start. I tried the one at the doctors office and it was horrible. Does anyone have advice on any that taste ok?

I am not scheduled for surgery yet. I first went to the doctor in June. They sent for pre-auth for a by-pass by mistake. I wanted lapband all along but my insurance rep said to appeal anyway and if it was approved request that the approval be changed to lapband. I was approved for lapband last week and was told I have to se the doctor again before they will schedule the surgery so I am seeing the doc again on the 28th. I am hoping for a date before the end of March. I have a lower BMI. Has anyone had the band that needed to lose less than 75 pounds. Is the wl slower? I have had alot of negatives from friends but I don't care what they say. I'm really nervous but determined. Thanks.