Hello All,

I am a new member. Have been researching lap band surgery and I am still just as confused as before.

I probably have the same questions and worries that everyone else has (had).

I am 58 years old (I still can't remember when old age was able to sneak up on me). Its always been hard for me to loose weight and I'm afraid this may be something else that didn't work.

I have pain everywhere all the time; fibromyalgia, constant severe lower back pain, my knees are gone and now my feet are going. I feel "bad" all the time. No specific diagnosis, but bunches of little ones. Chronic renal insufficiency and the back pain are probably the biggest reasons.

I have a morbid fear of anesthesia, although I've had surgeries before and no problems, it never gets any easier.

Have I waited too long? Is it too late to change any of these problems?

Anyway, thanks for letting me vent.

Anyone that has has similar problems, please, any words of encouragement would be appreciated.

Thanks, Suzanne

Hi Suzanne, Welcome to Lapband!

I have fibromialgia also. I feel a lot better since I have lost the weight. The band and I have done great together. It is a personal choice. I can only tell you about how I feel about my experience, and if I had to have the band all over again I'd do it in a heart beat.

Please ask anything you'd like on here we have a great support system.

Do you live in NC I live near Charlotte. There is tremendous support here in this area.

Have a blessed day