Hi Everyone

I had a Gastric Bypass 12 years ago and now I am planning to put a Lap Band over my Bypass. I am hoping to have my surgery in September. I would love to hear from other people who have also had band over bypass - what their experience was, how they handle a new set of food restrictions on top of those like dumping syndrome, success stories, etc.

Excited to be on the next step of the journey and appreciate all feedback!

Shira

Gastric Bypass, 2000

Start Wt. 341

Lowest 245 (then 4 pregnancies)

Current 290

Scheduled for Lap Band, Sept 2012

I believe Carnie Wilson had it. She seems to be doing alright.

Best of luck!

No but Good Luck!!!!!

Hello! I am brand new to this site, I mean, brand new. You are my first post!!! Yay!!!! I had gastric bypass done June 2004. I have just been referred to a local surgeon for the lap band over bypass surgery. I have quite a few questions as well but I am not going to hijack your thread.

I will watch and wait for your answers.

Hello, I am new to this sight as well. I haven't decided when to do my lap band surgery (thinking of Oct). I wanted to know how long the recovery time is after your surgery because of being a teacher. Do you need a lot of bed rest afterwards like 3-4 days and then are you able to go back to work?

i am 267 lbs. I want to go to 160lbs. I have been approved for lap band through my insurance. I am looking forward to it so tired of being heavy for the last 12 years. Any suggestions you could give to me?