I'm about to turn 50 and I'm the biggest I've ever been and will only get bigger when menapause hits I've done the weight loss centers and the pills just make me feel horrible. I've even tried WW and so far nothing seems to be working. I have high blood pressure, sleep apnea and extremely low metabolism. My BMI is well over 35 and I need/want to loose around 50#'s.

Is the lapband procedure something I could/should have done??? Not even sure what the specifics are to having this procedure.

I'm about to turn 50 and I'm the biggest I've ever been and will only get bigger when menapause hits I've done the weight loss centers and the pills just make me feel horrible. I've even tried WW and so far nothing seems to be working. I have high blood pressure, sleep apnea and extremely low metabolism. My BMI is well over 35 and I need/want to loose around 50#'s.

Is the lapband procedure something I could/should have done??? Not even sure what the specifics are to having this procedure.

Hi, welcome to the forum. I can't answer your question but I would encourage you to go to an informational seminar at a center of excellence if there is one in your area. I have about eighty to lose and my surgeon and I agreed that this was the right choice for me. Sleep apnea is a very valid co-morbidity as well as high blood pressure. There is most definately an element of strong committment. The band is only a tool. Most of the surgery is on your mind. I am basically in the same shape you are in. You just need to add being a prediabetic and having already had both knees replaced. I very much appreciate this forum. I hope that you find a lot of encouragement and hope. Please feel free to ask questions. If I can help you further with my decision progress, I would be happy to share. I am stil waiting on surgery--prob in October sometime. Don't give up. You came to the right place.

Melinda

You have come to the right place! You can find so much good information here. There are friends and lots of support. Share if you like, and ask questions if you need to. Welcome. I will be 50 in September, and I had the procedure on 6/27/11. Within 2 weeks I recovered, and was already feeling the benefits of the surgery. Good Luck.

I'm about to turn 50 and I'm the biggest I've ever been and will only get bigger when menapause hits I've done the weight loss centers and the pills just make me feel horrible. I've even tried WW and so far nothing seems to be working. I have high blood pressure, sleep apnea and extremely low metabolism. My BMI is well over 35 and I need/want to loose around 50#'s.

Is the lapband procedure something I could/should have done??? Not even sure what the specifics are to having this procedure.

Hi There, I agree with Melinda's comment, go to an informational session and ask all your questions, then I would definitely talk to your insurance or ask at the clinic. I am at the prep for surgery stage (2 week liquid diet) my girlfriend has some reservations too, I encouraged her to watch an on line video of the procedure and to meet the surgeon. This is also a great place to talk to others who are in the process. Good luck in your decision making!

Cindy V

I'm about to turn 50 and I'm the biggest I've ever been and will only get bigger when menapause hits I've done the weight loss centers and the pills just make me feel horrible. I've even tried WW and so far nothing seems to be working. I have high blood pressure, sleep apnea and extremely low metabolism. My BMI is well over 35 and I need/want to loose around 50#'s.

Is the lapband procedure something I could/should have done??? Not even sure what the specifics are to having this procedure.

An informational meeting is really the best advice. I can tell you I am 56, menopause has had it's way with me, I have a lot more weight I want to loose than 50 lbs, - high blood pressure, sleep apnea and very low metabolism. I had the surgery almost 5 weeks ago. I have lost 16 lbs and already feel a lot better. But I took a full 2 years to make up my mind.. I talked to everyone I knew who had bariatric surgery to determine what my options were and researched each one. In the end, lap band was the winner for me and I have not regretted it. It's not a magic cure - you still must make the choice everyday to walk the walk (literally and figuratively!).

Today I choose to treat my body with respect.

I'm about to turn 50 and I'm the biggest I've ever been and will only get bigger when menapause hits I've done the weight loss centers and the pills just make me feel horrible. I've even tried WW and so far nothing seems to be working. I have high blood pressure, sleep apnea and extremely low metabolism. My BMI is well over 35 and I need/want to loose around 50#'s.

Is the lapband procedure something I could/should have done??? Not even sure what the specifics are to having this procedure.

Hello ! All I can say is do your research !! I wanted Lap-band at first then changed my mind. Decided its just not for me personally and im now going with Gastric Bypass / Sleeve . Just either way you go .. do your research !! =)

It sounds like you are on the right track for a new life tho since you are already asking questions !! =)

Check your insurance, doctors and shop around for a surgeon. I passed by- 3 and now I feel comfortable. The new # are 30 BMI with co morbities, so you may be just fine. ONLY the Dr can tell you in your case/

I'm about to turn 50 and I'm the biggest I've ever been and will only get bigger when menapause hits I've done the weight loss centers and the pills just make me feel horrible. I've even tried WW and so far nothing seems to be working. I have high blood pressure, sleep apnea and extremely low metabolism. My BMI is well over 35 and I need/want to loose around 50#'s.

Is the lapband procedure something I could/should have done??? Not even sure what the specifics are to having this procedure.

I was 55 when I got banded. I fought the insurance, the first two trys they denied me the band and finally I had it done 2 1/2 yrs ago. I had high blood pressure, high cholesterol, border line diabetic and severe arthritis in my knees and feet that hurt so bad every day at work. I was a size 22-24 and have lost 90 pds and am now a size 10, even though I have gained 5 pds over the winter that I have been battling over the last 7 months to get off, I feel great. I am off all meds and the family Dr said I am a glowing tribute to how a person can turn their life around for the better health wise. You are never to old to change and make life better. The best decision I did and that you can make also.