Big decision - Lapband or Gastric Sleeve?? Advise?

Hi Everyone,

I am new to the forum, I am trying to do as much research as I can between Lapband and Gastric Sleeve. I will have to pay for the procedure on my own... I will be getting it done in Cancun, Mexico as it is so much less expensive there.

I am a 43 yr old female. 6ft tall. 227 lbs. I would like to lose 80 - 90 lbs. I have lost and gained weight so many times in my life, it has been a constant battle and I am tired of it. I am always hungry and get a headache and weak when I don't eat on time. I am a binge eater, and a picky eater... I have a huge amount of will power for a certain amount of time, however, I always gain it back very quickly... I need to take a certain medication for the rest of my life in pill form (one of my concerns with these procedures)

Now, I am trying to decide if I want to get the Lapband Surgery or the Gastric Sleeve, I can see the pros and cons in both. I would love to hear from people that have had either one of them, and based on the above information, which way they would suggest I go.

I cannot express how much I have been enjoying reading the blog, it has been invaluable in preparing me and guiding me. Thanks so much everyone, I look forward to hearing any and all of your thoughts. Please do not hold back, say how you feel, no matter what ok. I can handle it...

Thanks again, Banded in Belize...:thumbup: