Hi Guys,

My name is Irene, I've been fighting the system for over a year trying to get this surgery on the books. They finally approved it and have a scheduled date of May 3rd. I'm terrified.

I'm 246 lbs, 33 yrs old and 5' 5'' recently graduated from nursing school and want to lose weight to get a nice job without having this horrible back pain.

Any advice guys?

Edited April 1, 201016 yr by paralia2004

Hi guys,

I'm so scared, I'm getting banded May 3rd and don't know what to expect. Any advise?:thumbup:

Congrats! Its going to be the start of a new life and don't worry you are goingto be fine. I actually never had surgery before untill I got the lapband and the day of the surgery I was actually at peace because I said a prayer the night before, and my fiance came with me and I just kept thinking positve thoughts. You just have to think about the results and about how great your going to feel once you see the weight coming off. Good luck and try not to worry so much your going to be fine.

Congratulations!! May will be here before you know it! My advice is to ask questions (here, at your surgeon's office, etc) so that you feel comfortable with everything.