I am a newbie, and just contemplating the LapBand surgery. I have a 37.8 BMI, with multiple comorbidities. I have lost weight many times before. Weight Watchers was my biggest success. I lost 89 pounds, only to gain that back, and then some. I have tried everything to no success. :cheers2:

I have my informational seminar with Dr. O'Malley at Highland Hospital in Rochester, NY on March 26. Does anyone know if a seizure disorder excludes me from being a candidate for this surgery? (Have not had a seizure in five years)

I would appreciate any of your help during this process.:bananalama:

I don't know about the seizure disorder but if it helps, from the seminar I went to, my surgeon's biggest issue was people with autoimmune disorders, so if I remember correctly, that won't pertain to you!

I too have done WW....I've lost 40 pounds about 10 times! LOL Always gained it back plus plus until I topped out at 405 and realized I had to have more in my arsenal than what any current "diet" offered.

So welcome and good luck!

I have a seizure disorder and it was not a problem for getting the surgery.

I am so happy that my seizure disorder does not exclude me from having the surgery. I was so worried that it would. :bananalama:

I am contemplating surgery as well. Good luck to you. I have tried WW and Atkins and counting calories and it all and I feel your pain. We can do it. Lets do this!

I too have a seizure disorder - with a remote history of seizures in my teens, although I still take medication daily. It was a nonissue and I can't imagine it keeping you from surgery either. What your doctor WILL note is that you have a medical condition and stay on top of it! Best of luck!!