Hi, It's my 1st time here today and i am so excited to find a place just for bandsters. I am tired of reading about the rny. It does not pertain to what i really need to know...I want to know what it is like from someone who already went thru it. I have 2 friends that are going to have it after me, and they are already counting on me to be the knowledgable one...Help!

I have been reading alot and learning alot and hope to pass on valuable experience...just as soon as you give me some of yours!

thanks, for your honesty and support

janet:)

Hi,

Welcome to the group. I was banded 6/23/03. Going for my first fill tomorrow morning. If you need anything, just holler!!

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Hi Janet,

I understand your needing someone to tell you about this experience. My sister had the surgery in December and has been my inspiration. She has lost 70 some pounds and just told me yesterday that she is now off all pre-band medicines. She is ecstatic and I am just as happy for her. She shares all of her experiences with me and told me she is paving the way for me. I am eternally grateful to her!

Good luck in your journey. This site is a wonderful place to learn from. I too was very tired of reading about the rny because I knew I wanted the band so I was happy to find this site.

Hi Janet!

I just had the surgery on 8/19/03 (3 days ago) and am doing great. I am a little sore where my largest incision is, but nothing like I thought it would be. If you have any questions, give me a shout and I'll be happy to answer them.