Hello everyone, I am new to this foram and I usually just scan and read everyone else's post but today I decided to create an account and post a topic. I am a very private person, but I think interacting with others on this issue will help me to be successful. I have been overweight for about 10 years now and I am 39 years old. I am hoping that the lap band will be the tool I need to lose the weight and get rid of this annoying diabetes. I at the Pre-op phase and have not yet had my first appt. but I have been through this before so I know the drill. 2 years ago I was scheduled to have the Gastric Bypass and 2 days befor the surgery I cancelled it and told myself that I can just lose the weight on Weight Watchers. No offense, I still love Weight Watchers. Anyway, the diabetes got worse and now I am 2 types of medication and I am always tired. After researching bariatric surgery, I feel that the Lap Band would be better for me than Gastric Bypass. I don't mind losing weight slowly just as long as I am losing it. I look forward to hearing your story and sharing mine!

Congratulations!! I am getting my band July 10th and i can't wait.

I'm scheduled for July 11th!!!

Congratulations and good luck with the band. Stick with the guidelines and it will work for you!

Good luck to you. You will learn alot on here . I am recently banded 2 weeks out and am still learning .

HI, I think you are making the right decision. I was told I could have it removed at any time if need be in the future. I lost 70 lbs and then stabilized for several years. Having a mammogram two years ago they found a large growth in my left breast. Before going in for breast removal we had the saline removed from my band. I did not want to part with my band.