Hello; I'm new and have been reading the forums for a couple of weeks now, and may I say you are a very supportive bunch! It's so wonderful to see

compassion and kindess in this forum. I have an appointment for a consultation with Dr. Woodhead in a couple of weeks and am starting to get nervous. I have read that some people can't go out for dinner or eat in public for fear of vomitting. Although I am prepared to make sacrifices and work with the band, I manage a bar for a living and am a very social person. Nights out with friends and traveling are part of my lifestyle and I am so afraid that I won't be able to do those things anymore. Is vomitting a regular occurance with the lapband? Would I still be able to go out an join friends for dinner without just ordering soup? Looking forward to starting a healthier life but still wanting a social one! Thank you for your thoughts and comments :-)

I have only had trouble eating after a fill... you just have to take it slow. The whole point of the band is to eat less and chew your food. It takes some time to know when you're full. I eat out a lot, and I normally order the kids meal because it's smaller. It takes some time to figure it out, but once you do it will be good. I've had the band for a few months and I'm still adjusting- but I can still have a social life too. Definatly discuss your concerns with the doctor. So far the band experience has been pretty good.

Vomitting can be an issue with either surgery. The solution is to take your time and chew properly. They are both restrictive procedures so have similar issues. That said, I didn't vomit for the first time until I was over 4 years post op with the band. I eat out often and never order soup. I order whatever I am in the mood for and have never once thrown up in a restaurant and don't even think of it.

Good luck in your decision

I have only had trouble eating after a fill... you just have to take it slow. The whole point of the band is to eat less and chew your food. It takes some time to know when you're full. I eat out a lot, and I normally order the kids meal because it's smaller. It takes some time to figure it out, but once you do it will be good. I've had the band for a few months and I'm still adjusting- but I can still have a social life too. Definatly discuss your concerns with the doctor. So far the band experience has been pretty good.

Thank you so much for taking time to reply. I have already decided and consulted with Dr. Woodhead to proceed with the Lap Band. It is always encouraging to hear positive things. Thank you!

Vomitting can be an issue with either surgery. The solution is to take your time and chew properly. They are both restrictive procedures so have similar issues. That said, I didn't vomit for the first time until I was over 4 years post op with the band. I eat out often and never order soup. I order whatever I am in the mood for and have never once thrown up in a restaurant and don't even think of it.

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Thank you for replying. I have met with Dr. Woodhead and have decided to proceed with the Lap Band. I am very excited and it's so encouraging to hear I don't have to live on soup! Lol! I greatly appreciate your comments and am thankful for your positve reply! Cheers!

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