Has anyone had doubts? I went thru the 3 mo program to qualify, the whole time thinking I didn't have to make a decision on whether or not I wanted it until it was approved. I sorta expected some problems for approval.

To my surprise, they approved within days of my paperwork submission. Now I am having second thoughts. I have started my liquid fast and am preparing, but I am seriously unsure I want this.

Anyone else relate? Anyone know someone who was approved and changed their mind?

I think everyone is a little afraid of surgery. I had doubts about getting banded myself. The only thing that I was sure of was that if I didn't do something my weight would continue to go up.

What is it that you are unsure of? Are you afraid of surgery itself? Or are you doubting which weight-loss procedure to have? Do some more research if need-be and be confident in your decision. Choose what is best for YOU!

Surgery is scary, but dieing at a young age is even more scary!

Don't do it yet. You've got to be sure. Its ok to be scared but you've got to be sure. I would see if your insurance covers seeing a counselor to discuss your feelings because, for me, the emotional/psychological aspect was the hardest part. People will offer you something to drink and then you have to have a discussion when you turn them down. You cannot pig out at Thanksgiving or going out to eat. I remember being in physical pain (stuck) because I was learning the new way of feeling full (it is different than what you are use to) and I couldn't wait for the pain to subside so that I could eat again. I was stubborn and wanted to finish whatever it was that I was eating. It makes you vomit if you eat too much, too fast, not chew enough. I would repeat the same mistakes over and over and guess what? I had a slip. I just had a revision and am committing myself again to doing things right and "listening" to my band. This is not another diet. This is a huge committment. Please wait until you are ready. Practice putting your fork down between bites when you are out to eat with friends. Practice eating on a small plate and chewing your food very slowly. I did this for about 2 months before I was banded. Good luck to you whatever you decide is best for you.

Minimeme: I know just what you mean. I am afraid also. I have done my research, been approved and now I am just waiting. I think it is common to worry about everything at this stage. I know I am. Each day it is something different. I just have to hang in there.

If you think it is something other than pre-op nerves I say talk to someone about it. If you know yourself, and know that it is nerves, try and hand in there.

Good luck. The waiting for me is the hardest.

Nope. Nary a doubt. But then, I'd wanted it since 2003 when it was first approved over here. By the time it all worked out I was ecstatic.

You do have to work it for it to work. If you don't want it, don't get it. Seriously. If you've researched, read, informed yourself and still think "Uh, no"...then, well, listen to yourself.

If you are frightened because it is unknown and you need to know more, then get cracking!

The band has worked for me pretty much exactly like I thought it would. I can eat anything, but way less. I am in the driver's seat and have to make good choices even now or I don't lose. I don't vomit at restaurants, I feel great. I love my band.

It's like getting married; don't do it unless you feel like it's gonna last.