missljj

I haven't had the surgery yet. But, when I do, I will have to pay for it myself (about $17,000). I would like to loose a minimum of 200 lbs. Just curious, had you been dieting off and on prior to having this surgery? Over the past few days, I have become really fearful that I will not loose weight fast enough and begin to consider the surgery a failure for me. I would be heart-broken if that happens. I am so afraid that my metabolism is so messed up from starving myself (no Breakfast, no lunch, but big dinners), that the band won't be effective... Any responses would be appreciated!

Laurinda, I hope you don't mind me contacting you, but I noticed you are from Jacksonville, FL which is where I am from. Hopefully you don't mind me asking, but how much weight are you attempting to lose? Myself, I have close to 200 lbs to lose...

I am in the process of considering the lap-band. Unfortunately my insurance carrier doesn't recognize my humanity because I am obese; they do not cover weight loss surgery even when deemed 'medically necessary'. I am really full of apprehension right now because I am going to be out $17,000.00 for the surgery and I'm not sure if I will be satisfied with slow weight loss. I am really afraid of that happening.