Iris_L

Thank you so much.

Good luck and all the best. Keep me posted Iris

How was your appointment?

What is PB? (and all the other acronyms that the posters use on here) What is sliming? ( I need clarification, have seen diverse definitions) Please provide any information relative to post op lap band procedures that will assist me in avoiding (or minimizing) issues. Thanks

Well.. I hope that you feel better and that you take it easy at work. I am glad to hear that you are coming along.

In my opinion you should draft your letter prior to your visit and ask your pcp to place it on their letterhead. Of course tell them you are doing this for bariatric clearance/surgery..I had no problems. This is what I did and it benefitted me greatly. Here is a link to a sample...I included diets such as atkins, sugar free, low caloric intake, raw foods, etc and was approved no problem http://www.drwizman.com/PDFs/med_letter.pdf

PSJ...did you hear him say not to lift anything heavy...I have read some forums when people have lifted something right after the surgery and they are feeling strain, etc...I think it was a quick procedure though and it helps ease the minor fears I have had. I have also seen videos on youtube but I like this one.. Iris

Respect everyone's opinion...I do not think so when an individual who came seeking advice is told she has a "head problem"...I think it may be safer to say we can agree to disagree...but respect 'everyone's opinion...hmmm

Dr. Kuri does the surgery for your age...Here is a video of a 12 yr old who received the surgery hope this helps... Lap Band Success Stories

I like how this surgeon discusses every move as he performs the LBS. LAP-BAND Procedure by Dr. Malley

Go to tickerfactory.com scroll down near the bottom of the page click on event which is under the wedding, birthday, anniversary section you enter your event date and then select the icons/charting graph that you wish to use. God Bless

I am glad that you are ok. God Bless

I read an earlier post above and I think you hit the nail on the head when you went to the psychologist and tapped into the real issue at hand. Just as the lapband is a tool to weight loss, our eating habits must change. I truly hope your psych an nutritionist can assist you. I also know it is a one day at a time process so do your best and stay connected to those who can help...Good Luck and best wishes.

ughhhh...Ladies seek the counsel of your surgeon, bariatric nurse, dietician and psychologist (if applicable) Their experience and advice hopefully will help you. Bingeing is an illness for many on top of obesity and therefore your situation should not be taken lightly. Good luck

I have also heard from other surgeons (reliable resources) that bands can last for decades. My surgeon says that some people have had a band 7-10 yrs out with no problems. I cannot speak for any yrs beyond that. Agnes...do you and be happy with your results. I hope you have a successful surgery and I agree jms...data to back up these comments is not hard to find..we have the greatest resource the internet and our surgeons...just ask.

Good for you Agnes!!!The best of luck with the surgery and recovery!! Keep us posted. I will be thinking of you on the 8th!

To the original poster... No I do not think you have a head problem...and thank you for entrusting others to share their opinion...even if it may not be what you would like to hear! Imo I think you should revisit some options...is the surgery something you really believe you can handle...sure we all think so but part of the psychological process will help you through determining this... Also... is your weight issue depressing you?Not because you want to look good for your husband...but how do you VIEW YOU? Whether its 30 or 50 pounds you are feeling kinda crashed behind it and you need answers...whether w.watchers, nutrisystem...atkins, etc. this is your life so choose life and choose it wisely. I do not agree with you gaining an extra 70 pounds to meet the 100 pound overweight criteria. Locate an honest wlsurgeon and discuss your concerns..maybe you can make an alternative decision but a head problem you do not have you are only human battling obesity of some sort...remember readers there are many forms of obesity...if you are overweight you fit that category...and the contributors to obesity are: culture genetics emotional/psychological medical gender.... and so on. Good luck!

There are other reasons people get banded or other bypass procedures...there are other causes of obesity...genetics (my situation), emotional and physical issues, gender...and so on...in any type of surgery your recovery is what you make it...hopefully the band will help me deal with an inherited (against my will) issue as it will help those who have other struggles.

From what I have heard Hollywood Bariatric is really good. I chose Dr. Wizman because he is also good and closer to my home. Good luck!

Thanks for the post because it helps us all understand the ups and downs of banding. Ice cream....:biggrin:

Read Attachment- Bariatric Nutrition Plan Bariatric Band Nutrition.doc

Bariatric Resource Center Weight Loss Surgery Center, RNY Gastric Bypass and Lap Band Info ObesityHelp - Gastric Bypass, LAP-BAND http://www.bariatricedge.com American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

July 2nd !!!:biggrin:

:biggrin: Holly I came to the same conclusion. The band obviously is what you make it!