I'm in the process of going through all my preop. testing and I'm trying to think of a way to hide the fact that I'm getting a Lap Band from my work. I work with all women and they can be very nosey. Plus this is something I want to keep between me and my family.

Has anyone felt the same way? How did you handle your coworkers? How did you explain a week off of work?

Thanks...

I went to my seminar last night. They talked mostly about bypass b/c that's what they do locally. I have to go a few hours to the facility that does LB. I knew that going in. That's why I've been researching online since I talked with my PCP last month. Anyway, what last night DID do for me was cement my decision. Insurance picks up all the costs except for any co-pays and travel expenses, of course.

After I got home, the kids stayed in the living room and my friend and I had a chance to talk in the kitchen. I need to go through a WL class for 5 months and she said that maybe I wouldn't need the surgery then. I got a chance to explain to her WHAT LB was and that I can lose the weight, I can't keep it off. I think she "got it" after our talk. I told her I've basically given up at this point and need some help. So she is supportive and that's good. I'm glad.

Just wanted to update you.

Thanks.