:blushing:I have been contimplating weight loss surgery for about a year now. I was set on having the gastric bypass until I heard all the horror stories of having the loose skin and having to have another expensive surgery for the removal of that skin. I was told to consider lapband because the weight loss is less dramatic. I do not have any kind of support group besides my own mother but some of you may know that hearing your mother tell you that she doesnt approve only makes matters worse.

So here I am reaching out to people I do not know, but I hope to be able to start friendships and start my own support group on here. I have my consultation with the surgeon in December and then an evaluation and they said my surgery will be in February. So I need some advice, help, or just people to talk me through this so I can better my health.

XOXOXO

Jess

I went back and forth for one year myself! Well I am getting banded Dec 2! Its a tough choice but only you can make it. I really think you will find the support on here that your looking for! This ladies are awesome and will help you with everystep! Good luck!

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I hope you after you talk to the doctor, you'll feel more at ease in making an informed decision on whether to have WLS, and which type might suit you better.

Chances are you'll have some loose skin regardless of the type of surgery you choose, but you have youth going for you, so you're skin may bounce back a little better than someone much older. Also, if you don't smoke, all the better. Genetics play a major role as well.

You might find that your surgeon's office offers a LAP-BAND®® support group. Often, you can start attending even before you're banded. In fact, the surgeon I go to makes it a requirement for all pre-banders to attend at least one meeting. However, you can always make a visit here for online support. :ohmy:

Good luck on making your decision. I can't express strongly enough how happy I am that I have my band. There's positive and negatives to all the surgeries, and it's a matter of finding the proper fit.

:blushing:I have been contimplating weight loss surgery for about a year now. I was set on having the gastric bypass until I heard all the horror stories of having the loose skin and having to have another expensive surgery for the removal of that skin. I was told to consider LAP-BAND® because the weight loss is less dramatic. I do not have any kind of support group besides my own mother but some of you may know that hearing your mother tell you that she doesnt approve only makes matters worse.

So here I am reaching out to people I do not know, but I hope to be able to start friendships and start my own support group on here. I have my consultation with the surgeon in December and then an evaluation and they said my surgery will be in February. So I need some advice, help, or just people to talk me through this so I can better my health.

XOXOXO

Jess

Hi Jess, you have definitely come to the right place for support. I experienced some negative reactions when I first considered surgery as well. My process took over 10 months and as the date got closer, I joined this site. I read through most of the forums and appreciated that nothing was sugar-coated. Some people's experiences have been trouble free and some have had many bumps in the road.

You know what is going to make YOU happy and healthy. You have decided on your own that you want to take charge of your life. I am 8 days post op and so grateful that this site exists. So take your time going through the thread topics. Hearing about other people's success is very encouraging. Good luck with everything and feel free to ask anyone questions. Welcome!

Thank you for responding and giving me the support I need. I will be staying with this support group as I have found it very positive and encouraging. Thank you!