Hello Everyone,

Im new here, i have been procrastinating the lapband & bypass for some time now, i have decided on the band as my best choice for my life. I do want to loose about 110 lbs though so im hoping I can reach that goal with the band.

I did have a few questions if anyones able to answer my question id greatly appreciate it.

I just found out that my liver and spleen are slightly enlarged, did anyone have this problem? my surgery is scheduled for April 7th, do you happen to know from experience or other storys if i will still be able to have my surgery on time. I will be doing the 2 week pre diet starting next week, which im going to start today just so that i can help my liver shrink. Im worried my surgery will be postponed ive waited along time for this & just want to hurry and start the new life ive always wanted.

Ill tell a bit about myself since im new.

Im 21 im currently 130 lbs over my ideal weight that i SHOULD weigh according to the statistics, im married to a soldier whose deployed right now & i just want to start the lapband so i can look & feel great when he comes home from his 12 month tour. I have a 3 year old son who i just want to be able to do more activities with that im limited to do because of my weight. Im very excited yet nervous to do this and would accept any words of encouragment, advice or anything else anyone would like to tell me about there experience or about people they know who have gone through this.

By the way, thank you for taking the time to read my post.

I think you will be fine the purpose of the liquid diet, is to shrink your liver. Keep me posted hun, I'm sure you'll be just fine

The pre-op diet will help shrink your liver, so you'll probably be okay! I've lost 112lbs with the band so it is very doable

Thanks for the quick replys I have my preop Appt on Thursday and then my preop diet starts next week I've already cut out all snacks and soda ect from my diet I'm just drinking water for now. And eating smaller portions and no junk.

How exciting for you and yoour family! I know its hard when your husband is gone, but hows that for motivation!

My husband came home from deployment the night before I had surgery. I wish I had been able to get banded before he got home! But oh well he is liking the new me! Lol

Wow! He is going to come home to a whole new woman! I really do wish you the best of luck! And thank you and him for doing all that you do!

Thank you, your kind words are very much appreciated. I am excited for him to come home to a new me

That is so exciting! I have not gotten a band i just wanted to respond. Remember that you are doing it for YOU! =) The others come 2nd.