This is the first time I've used a web forum, but here goes....

Had lap band surgery on 5/4 with UTSW's Dr. David Provost. Great doctor and wonderful staff!

This was my second attempt having the lap band. On the first try, I felled to not research the doctor thoroughly enough, and ended up spenting 11 days in total misery until the band was removed. Dr. told afterwards I was allergic to the band... funny thing Dr. Provost listened to the story and right off knew it was a prolaspe.

After this second try, things have been pretty good. I wasn't too fond of have all the sweet tasting nutritional drinks, but have made myself stick with it. The diabetic nutritional drinks work well. I'm hoping that after I attend my post-op-nutrition class I'll feel better about it.

Thanks for listening.

jglong54 :kiss

Congrats to you.. Try not to be scared~ It sounds like you did your homework this time around. Good Luck with it and keep us posted.

WOW...how amazing...good job for not giving up on a healthy you!!!! Deanna

Welcome to LBT and to bandland!

JG, no need to be shy.. we don't bite much Welcome to LBT!

I'm glad to see that after you went thru such a difficult phase with the 1st surgery you found a great/compasionate Doc and you're on the way to a healthier you!

What were your symtoms? constant pain? couldn't keep fluids down? I'm glad to see it did not ruin your chance at a band.

Are you in Dallas? I'm sending best wishes from Houston!

Karla