Ok so I was so happy to have been able to have my consultation with my doctor moved up to an earlier date but now that the appointment it over with I am left sooooo confused. I orginally went it set on getting the lapbad but after speaking to the nurse and the dr. I am not so sure..... They were really trying to push me to get the sleeve because of the amount of weight I have to lose (150lbs). I know the decision is mine and mine alone but now I am so confused I am not sure what to do.... Advice anyone??

This was really good to read (this thead) I get nervous at times but it def makes things easier when I can see real life examples of people who have been able to get though it and be successful

Just an update...my dad had the sleeve on May 17th, (I had the band on Dec 22, 11), I went to visit my dad yesterday since it was his birthday, he is having a VERY hard recovery, he is depressed and all he wants to do is sleep. He is in alot of pain and honestly not doing well. The Sleeve is not the only surgery that he had done, however, that is the one that is making him not want to eat at all. He refuses to even drink his 4oz protein shake, all he wants is water or crystal light.

In my opinion, the sleeve is a VERY drastic way to go, I am so glad that I have my band. My recovery was about a week, and I was feeling back to normal.

The choice is yours, do your research, and make the decision that you can live with!!! (remember, the band is fully adjustable the rest of your life, and can be reversed if needed, the sleeve is a one shot deal)

An acquaintance of mine had the sleeve in January and has had to go back because of infections. It just seemed too extreme for me. Everyone is different though.

I cant seem to get over to non reversible part! Any number of things life trows at you could result in an unfill or reversible situation! I have an aunt who had the bypass which isnt the same but close and is having problems lacking vitamins and is always sick! She went from a 24 size to a zero! Too much too quick! My opinion is better safe than sorry and the band is safer!

I am a week out of having my band. I am feeling great, I have lost 18 lbs, so far. I started losing on my own so I could make the surgery easier, I am so glad I did. Also if a woman is young and wants children some day, I would say get the lap band so your baby can get nutrients! Best of luck!