Hey guys I'm 23 yrs old and I was wondering if there where anyone else close to my age or my age when they got it done. I'm just interested. I'm very very big. I would put my weight on here but still very shocked and embarrassed with it. I've notice that there hasn't been anyone close to weight. Any body out there??

I am 27 I started at 366, I'm 2 months post op and I am at 335 as of this morning. I'm losing slowly but I'm losing and to me that's all that matters. I too wish I would have done this at an earlier age but I'm happy I finally did something to take control. I cant wait to get out of the 300's!! Good luck with your journey. You will do great and remember slow and steady wins the race!!

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I posted some of this before but want to again. When I was 23 in 1979 there was no lap band. Bonnie and the rest of you who responded are really brave to take control of your life while you're in your 20s or so. No need to be embarassed shy about it because we have all been there before. Good luck!

I'm 29 and just got banded July 19th.

I had the surgery right before my 26th bday

I'm 26, banded at 25. My highest (non pregnant weight) was 268. My dr has banded teenagers, I promise we aren't the youngest!

I am 25 and just starting the process... i cant wait!!!!

Please don't worry about being embarrassed in this forum. This is a "safe zone" and one that I have found offers tons of support and encouragement. Everyone I have talked to along the way while I was making my decision told me they wished they would have done it sooner as they are so much healthier and happier. Good for you for taking control of it now and not letting more time get away from you. I have been very heavy throughout my kids' lives and feel bad that I am now losing the weight so late in their lives where I could have been more active with them and not the "tired" mom many times. Plus, I avoided many situations by feeling embarrassed to go places. Good for you!!!!!