Lap-band is a wonderful thing!

HI everyone! just wanted to say I have read a few posts on here and just wanted to say that gastric Lap-band is a completely and safe surgery to go!! If u are obese like I was it is just fantastic the results u can get!!
  First off, U have to have the mind set and be driven if this is the way u want to go!!! read about it , research everything u can,some u will find bad but others are great! It is the safest thing out there!!!

I got mine on 4/14/09 , On Feb 14th it will be 10months and can't believe the results I have gotten. lost over 110lbs and over 50 inches. Yet, I was driven. this is a tool but u have to have to have a good mindset also. To me it is very safe but u have to get your fills where they fill me now about every 4 months. they help to maintain and not get so hungry.
  I am a new person now because of this surgery! my bmi was over 43 now its 1 away from 25! it is just a miracle and to have my life back where I am HEALTHY!! if anyone wants any ???'s or support, advice I am here!
God bless!!

[johnnymutt]

That is a great story. I am going in on the 24th of this month to meet with the surgeon and nutritionist, and am getting very excited. I long to have some semblance of a normal life again.

Thanks for sharing.

[gilboandco]

Good luck jonnymutt, I've lost and kept off over 10 stones with the band fitted in the UK OVER 7 YEARS AGO. Go for it mate.

[sanatogen]

Would u be kind enough to tell me if this fill is required on a regular basis?   Do the doctors tell you if you need it or do you ask them?   Until how long after the surgery you need to have this fill?
When did you start feeling well enough to resume your daily routine after the surgery?  When did you start losing weight after the procedure?
Thanks.

[amellia]

yeah indeed lap band is a great thing to do for the weight loss if everything fails all that you need to take care is the diet and regular routine.