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Hey Everyone: I had a doctors appointment today (not for lap band) and I mentioned to my dr about my contemplating getting the lap band surgery.  He kind of scared me.  He wasn't negative and said he wasn't trying to discourage me but he really stressed the lifestyle change and how important it is to follow every thing to the T or there will be trouble.  OK, I know I will get those answers when I have the informational meeting but just wanted to share. breathe sweetpea, just breathe. 

have you researched all your optiions for WLS??

Is this your PCP you met with today??

IMO, it is VERY important to have a PCP who is 100% on board with you having WLS.  Otherwise, in the future, anything you see them about will immediately be blamed on your surgery and you might not get treated, medically speaking, in the proper manner.

Just a few things to think about.

GOOD LUCK!

Well I think any responsible doctor needs to make us aware that this is a TOOL. You'll hear that a thousand times. "This is not a fix. It is a tool." :-)

I see it similar to when you get into a class your first day and the teacher drills you about how hard it's going to be. Half the students drop it the next day, and the rest, who truly want it, stay.

If you truly want this life change and this wonderful tool, whichever surgery you choose, you'll stay. :-)

GOOD LUCK WITH EVERYTHING!

Whichever surgery you choose, it does require a commitment to a life style change to be ultimately successful and healthy. Keep doing your research so that you understand how it works with you, if you work with it. Jean B.

It is good he stressed the life style change because as any of the "losers" will tell you it definately is! And I agree with the poster above that said if you decide this is for you- You need to have your personal care provider behind you!

I know your informational is coming up- That should answer a lot but research hun- it isn't for everyone and it is a very big decission.

Love You!