40 to 50 lbs overweight. Should I do the banding?

Ruth · September 7, 2007

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Hi. I have to lose about 40 to 50 lbs. I am 46 years old and have tried everything to lose weight. Dangerous Diet doctors (taking pills for years on and off), nutritonists, weight watchers, liquid diets, I even had liposuction done. The weight always comes back and more.

My quality of life is not what it should be. Forget swimming, parties or any socializing, I am too self conscious of the extra weight I'm carrying around.

This banding sounds like a dream, lose the weight and keep it off for life! I am willing to pay out of my pocket, since insurane obviously won't.

Is there anyone out there who has done this surgery to lose about 50 lbs? Do you recommend it?

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Thank you

claramae · September 7, 2007

They are now saying, 50 pounds and over, lap band is for you. Used to be 100 pounds.

You have to make a personal decision. Do you want to go through all the pain and agony for 50 pounds. However, if you are like me, the 50 pounds will soon be 60 and on and on. Have a good talk with your surgeon. They will send you for psy counseling and you can work out your doubts there.

Good luck. I am sure you will make the right choice.