how long?

[bellybuster 1]

I recently got banded and did a lot a research before hand but now I'm thinking I may have made the wrong choice. How long have you been banded for? It seems like not many people have made it 5 years or more without having to get their band removed due to issues with the band.

[MustangMama 2]

Why do you think you made the wrong decision? When did you have your surgery- How far out from it are you?

[Snoopyloverny 3]

Actually there are alot of people more than 5 years out. Keep searching !

[bellybuster 1]

I had my surgery on Wednesday and feel great. The only reason I feel like I made the wrong decision is the fear of having to get the band removed or re done. Seems like there are a lot of people that this happens too.

[Snoopyloverny 3]

In those cases those are the ones who have not followed the rules most likely or gave up on the band. The successful stories of 5+ years have made it work for them and have followed the rules almost completely, w/ very few falters!!!!!!

[mauraclegg 29]

Been banded 14 months, total success IMO - lost 90 pounds and headed for my TT

[bellybuster 1]

Mauraclegg- that is fantastic. Keep up the good work.

[Dave_NW 92]

You've only been banded a short time, and you're reading a website intended for people who are having issues or who need assistance of some sort. For every post on this site from someone who is having an issue, there are literally THOUSANDS of bandsters out living their lives who are having no problems at all. Chances are good you won't have any trouble, so relax and enjoy the ride. Make the most of your band, focus on losing the weight you want to lose, and cross the "what if?" bridge when - and IF - you ever need to.

Worrying about having the band removed due to problems years down the road is like telling your new boyfriend you can't keep seeing him because you might break up one day. Don't waste your energy on that sort of stuff.

Good luck with your journey!

Dave

[bellybuster 1]

Dave your awesome. I think I'm going to make you my lap band mentor. Do you have a Facebook account?