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I have been thinking about Lap Band for some time but have decided to get serious about it. I am in Canada and I know there are differant criteria up here. So, I am 57 years old and have struggled with weight most of my life. I had a hysterectomy,quit smoking and am up to 238 pounds now. Looking forward to learning all I can

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    welcome and congratulations on your journey!

    if you have any questions... ask away. there are so many nice people here to help!

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    I have been thinking about Lap Band for some time but have decided to get serious about it. I am in Canada and I know there are differant criteria up here. So, I am 57 years old and have struggled with weight most of my life. I had a hysterectomy,quit smoking and am up to 238 pounds now. Looking forward to learning all I can

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    I am 57 too. I had my surgery in November and I'm so pleased with the results so far. Good luck in your journey!

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    Welcome to lap band talk. I am 54 yrs old and will be banded on April 20, 2011. Just starting to get nervous!

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    Welcome to all the newbies and good luck on your journeys and just like Kalipso said there is alot of good information and people out here to help you all throughout this journey.

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