Hello All,

I'm new here and feeling over-whelmed by all the information out there on WLS. I am just in the begining stages of my research, but at 440 pounds and almost 38 years old, if I wanna be a momma, I'm gonna have to giddy up. So, how long did it take to make your mind up about having WLS and which one to have?

Thanks in advance,

Kiki

Hi Kiki,

I decided to go with the lapband instead of the bypass or sleeve because the band is the only one that is reversible and can be adjusted to restrict eating where the other two are permanent removal of parts of the GI tract and reorganization of other parts. I am a nurse and have seen many patients who are suffering from all kinds of vitamin deficiencies due to the bypass and sleeve. The band can be adjusted to allow you to be able to eat more when you are pregnant, since I see you are looking down that road. Considering the risk factors and the route you are looking at, I would seriously consider the band- Good Luck and I hope your insurance will approve the band- Lighterload

Hey Kiki. I was in the same position as you. I went with the LP because I want to have kids in a few years. LP is always reversible and if it doesn't work out and you decide later on to get the GB you can.