JillianRN

Congratulations!! Awesome job! It is an inspiration to hear success stories!

Best of luck to you Erick! You have completed the first step and you will be surrounded by a loving supportive "Band Family." We are in this together. Best of luck and I look forward to reading about your successes. Jill

The conversation would put up several red flags for me...first if you are settled on your decision then do not allow anyone to change your mind...does your friend just want you to be like her? If she has not had a lap band how does she know it will not work? My brother has Gastric Bypass and did very well, but he was the exact opposite with his feelings about my weight loss journey. He encouraged me to research for myself the differences in RNY and Lap Band. Search your heart and do what is best for you. I would tell your friend that life is about choices and that this is the choice that you have made for yourself. My Granny had a saying.."Negativity breeds negativity...do not let yourself be brought down by your friend. Friends should encourage each other....Best wishes to you.

Wow You really went through it. Thank you so much for telling your story. I am glad that you are better now and a pat on the back for the weight loss!

Congratulations Tyler. You have made an awesome choice. You will find that this site is an awesome resource. Let me know how you are doing...Very exciting..October is just around the corner! Best wishes!

Just get back on the wagon and gain the support that you need on this site. I am currently awaiting to hear from my insurance so that I can begin this Band journey..I will be praying for your strength.

The first one was a great pic, but # 2 should show you exactly how much you have accomplished! People like you encourage me so much. That you so much for sharing your progress with your Lap Band family Jill

I would go to the ER in light of the temp, lump..and cold sweats...

sounds very strange I would ask why...

You need 60-90gm of protein....that will keep you more satisfied

Which insurance co do you have?

Let me say congratulations! I was a smoker and quit 5 years ago cold turkey...I am not sure if this is the best advice, but it was right for me. Smoking complicates the healing process and also can cause ulcers. I can only speak for my Doc. He will not allow anyone to have the surgery unless you have quit smoking and have been quit for at least 30 days. I wish you the absolute best as you being this awesome journey. Jill

Pat yourself on the back for making such a life-altering decision. I am waiting insurance approval. I know how exciting this time can be. This is a very helpful and supportive site! Best wishes! Jill

:thumbup: I am in the process of getting all of my paperwork together for Lap Ban surgery. Everything has been completed..Psych Eval, PCP letter, appointment with Nutritionist, Surgeon visit tomorrow. I picked up my labwork from my primary care MD and my Vitamin D level is 14! I have been on replacement over the counter for 2 months...will this delay my surgery?

I am so craving homemade piemento and cheese sandwich lightly toasted on white bread with butter and a coke in a glass bottle.... The most important thing is...I did not do it.....I want to but I did not!

I am in the process of awaiting insurance approval. My brother has gastric bypass 10 1/2 years ago. He did lose an extreme amount of weight in a short amount of time. He was healed from being an insulin dependent diabetic. His cholesterol normalized in 4 months. He never regretted getting GBP done, but he did have some really severe things happen to him. He had problems maintaining his minerals ie calcium, iron etc. He had severe dumping syndrome ir he ate even a hint of sugar, even fainting and having severe cramps after even a small amount of sugar. When I continued to suffer with physical complications with my weight and began to consider WLS, he refused for me to have GBP..lol. I had considered it but as I have continued through this process, I personally have felt more comfortable with Lap Band. Like the other people on this site have told you, make a list of your pros and cons...you have to do what is right for you.

I have not felt any more energy, but I do not feel as I have as amny aches from my Fibro...

My hairdresser(who is aware of my upcoming surgery, gsve ma a few tips) Keep your hair out of a ponytail if possible. Gently wash your hair. Use a good hair product such as Lanza for color treated hair,sold in better salons, It is easy on your hair. Increase your protein to about 90gm per day. Biotin or a blend of Biotin and other B vitamins is best. Jello...just a few tidbits I hope they help.

Best of luck on your upcoming surgery. We are pulling for you..

Ignore hateful posts...most all of us will be supportive of each other...as a family should be,,, Jillian

Amazing story and very motivational...I really needed this today!