I searched and was surprised that I did not readily find a poll that asks the question: "Would you do it again?" I think that is a burning question that 99% of newcomers would like to see answered! It probably should be a sticky somewhere....dontcha think? If it's here somewhere, I haven't found it yet.

So....here goes. I'm going to keep it real simple, too. Yes or No.

NOTE: Keep in mind that the results will be skewed towards the "No" because people that are having problems visit this board more than people who are sailing right through their experience with no problems at all.

Even though I am a new bander I have to say that I WOULD ABSOLUTELY DO IT AGAIN. I am so thankful for the results that I have already seen. I highly recommend it to anyone who is concidering weight loss surgery.

Thanks to everyone who participated! This really does help. Ya'll are just great!

"yes" is not nearly strong enough.

"Hell Yes!" Comes closer.

"So Fast it Would Make Your Head Spin" might even be closer.

I only wish I could have gotten a band when I was 20.

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Most definatley YES, even with all my complications and everything I'd still do it again. I would never have lost the weight otherwise.

I'm just hoping that once this little bubs pops out i'll be able to finally sort out all the complications LOL

Angel

Absolutely! Best decission I ever made! Nothing comes easy, but this was a lot easier than I thought it would be.

2 years post op.

At my 3 times adjusted, (lowered) goal

210 pounds lost!

I feel sooooooooo good!

WOW! Down 210 lbs! That is absolutely fantastic! Great job Jackal! You are an inspiration to me for sure!

Jimboss

in an f-ing heartbeat

I think the RNY'ers are just jealous of us Bandsters! Think about it, we didn't have to get all cut up so our surgery was much less invasive and a much faster healing time. We lose weight just like the RNY'ers but we lose more slowly. I believe there are big benefits to losing slowly. Take a look at most of the RNY folks...A lot of them look sick.

So we all chose what method was best for us. For me it was the lap band. I've already said it in an earlier post but I would SO DO IT AGAIN!!! And thanks to my lap band I've met some of the coolest people there are! The folks here at LBT................

Jimboss

Mam Yes Mam

RNY's I have two employees that are 2 years post op (RNY) One lost 225 the first year, and gained 100 of it back the second. The other lost 235 and I swear has the most jacked up eating habits, and I suspect binges and well you know.... Yuko!

Thankful for lap band!

2 years post op

210 pounds lost!

Totaly at goal.

Life is good!

I definitely would! I wish I didn't have to pay out of pocket but it was definitely worth it. I also wish I was losing a bit faster. But overall a big fat YES! I love being able to eat what I want and not "dieting". I am so thrilled that I eat "human" portions and feel content. It is better then I ever hoped!

banded 11/29/06

even with all the problems I would do it again.

just wanted to bump this up in hopes of getting a few more votes....not that the answer isn't already obvious!!!

I voted no. Mainly because I have not seen much weight loss, have felt terrible pain from being overfilled, can not eat the things I am used to (even the healthy stuff), crap goes right thru, and my whole life has changed for nothing. I still buy the Vitamin appetite control things, my cravings/hunger is still there, I apparently can eat enough to stretch my pouch, and have to worry about every little thing now. Eating out is a pain, eating in front of co-workers is a chore, and I hate the way I feel about myself even more. Being a lap band failure is worse than being a regular old failure. At least when I was a regular old failure, I could eat broccoli and bread when I wanted to. Or, salad... or nuts... or drink a coke... or .... well you get the point.

And don't get me started about the questions from others. "so, how are you doing? How much have you lost?" Or the look I get from my DH when I eat something I am "not suppose" to.

This TOOL works for some, but has not worked for me. This was my last ditch effort and I still have the same "head issues" and physical issues such as carb cravings. It will not work if you are a sweet eater.

I had initial complications and needed to have a second surgery to repostion port , but even after that experience i would do it again .Without the band i would definately regain the weight , i have been yoyo dieting for 16 years.