Hi all. I am just starting to read and decide about getting banded. I started this a year ago, but am really serious now. I just don't know.I have talked to my family doctor and she has told me about the group here that does the surgey and that I should go to the talk they give at the hospital. So that is in my future.

I'm 59, 80 lbs overweight and I have Fibromyalgia, arthritis and asthma, degenerative discs in my back and I need knee replacements. Wow...that sounds like a lot when I actually see it in print! I know it all would be better with weight loss.

I'll enjoy reading through the posts and gaining info from you all.

Hi Catmom -- I'm a cat mom too with my 2 kitties usually sleeping beside me as I play or chat on the computer. I had my surgery at age 52 and did fine. I'm very glad I did. I had alot of knee pain and had one arthroscopy to fix one knee and knew the other knee would be needing fixed too. I have alot less knee pain now and still have a ways to go, but I'm glad I did this. I was able to get off my cholesterol medicine after 3 months and am maintaining okay off that now a year later. Didn't fight the high blood pressure or diabetes challenges and I'm thankful for that. Good luck.

Hi all. I am just starting to read and decide about getting banded. I started this a year ago, but am really serious now. I just don't know.I have talked to my family doctor and she has told me about the group here that does the surgey and that I should go to the talk they give at the hospital. So that is in my future.

I'm 59, 80 lbs overweight and I have Fibromyalgia, arthritis and asthma, degenerative discs in my back and I need knee replacements. Wow...that sounds like a lot when I actually see it in print! I know it all would be better with weight loss.

I'll enjoy reading through the posts and gaining info from you all.

I'm a newbe too. I just found out about the lap band in June and I knew right then I wanted it. I thought my insurance was going to make me wait for the 6 month diet program, but found out yesterday that I can have the surgery done in 90 days. I am so excited!:thumbup: Can't wait. I go Thursday to see the doctor. I have the sleep apena, and I have already had the knee surgery. So far I'm in pretty good health. I usually heal fast, so I'm ready! I've learned a lot from these post. The people are very nice, and (happy)lol. I think this is the safest way to go, myself. Most people seem to loose a lot and keep it off. Good luck to you!:thumbup:

Edited July 22, 200917 yr by Dixieland

Good luck on your journeys everyone! This website is a great resource so be sure to use it on your way!