Hi,

I am new to this forum and I am considering getting a lap band. My BMI is roughly 33. I have gained 3 lbs per year for the last 20 years. I now have high blood pressure and cholesterol problems. My problem is I don't get a full feeling until I have eaten a lot. I work out 3-4 times a week and eat a normal diet - some good, some bad stuff. I will need to pay for the surgery myself since I do not have a 35+ BMI.

Anyone out these have a similar situation?

It seems to me like the surgery will help me to get my eating quantity under control and that will help with my overall health.

Any perspective would be appreciated.

Edited January 19, 201115 yr by Appmax54321

It seems to me like the surgery will help me to get my eating quantity under control and that will help with my overall health.

Any perspective would be appreciated.

I suggest going to the library, ordering from Amazon and studying every forum or article you can get your hands on to help make this decision. Also, attend a seminar or get a consultation with one or two (depending on availability) bariatric surgeons. Only you can make this life-changing decision yourself, and everyone has your history or something similar. It took me 5 years to make my decision, and I just had surgery in December. I am quite happy, and the surgery was minor from a physical standpoint. The toughest part will be staying committed and understanding the life changes - which is why it took me 5 years!