I'm very excited to start my journey but reading through all these great reviews about this procedure, I'm a bit nervous as I have read nothing about bad experiences.

Please let me know if anyone has had some issues as I want to know the good as well as the bad.

Thanks to all my soon to be bandster family members.

if you go to lap band complications you will find people who have had issues.

as for me i think i have first bite syndrome. in the beginning like the first 3 months it felt like i constantly had something stuck in my throat. over time it went away it was just annoying. it does come back every once in awhile. im fortunate to say so far i have not had any major issues.

Check the forum sections on removal and reversal and complications.

Aside from the general surgery risks, you'll find people who've had the gamut of experiences from health problems that required an unwanted band removal, to people who are so tired of dealing with first bite issues they want the band removed, to people who have had horrid experiences with their nurses and surgeons.

Also, remember that your surgeon is looking to make a profit, and while your health is certainly a consideration, it might not be their main motivator so:

1. Make sure your choice of surgeon and follow up care is well recommended and suits you.

2. Get a 2nd, or 3rd opinion on your suitability for the surgery, not just health wise, but habits wise (are you a binge ice cream eater who will just try and work around the lap band?)

Overall, I think you'll find a very positive community here of people who are using the lap band as a tool combined with the support of others who have gone through the process.

Good luck to you no matter what you decide!

Thanks all.

First docs appt tomorrow morning to get my new lifestyle started...............yippeeee