Hello

I am very new to this...

Here's what I posted on the lapband board...and TBurn007 said I should "shout out" for Lois who has had the RNY surgery.

(I rearanged a little but it makes more sense.. If you already read this there.... sorry and that's the reason for the difference). 

     I just made decision on 7/31/09 to have the surgery. I am working with a local doctor.  I walked in thinking lapband, but he is recommending RNY.     He gave me my options but I am still having trouble deciding on RNY or lapband. I want lapband because less invasive and therefore less risky, also it offers the option to adjust it.

     I am 5' 9" and currently weigh 370. I have about 170 - 200 to lose.

     I want the RNY because ...doctor is recommending it... and I hope to live another 40-50 years and having foreign object in for that long.... Also it will protect me from myself with the sugar issues (dumping) to keep me on tract to start...        Dr. also mentioned that the average person loses less and over a longer period of time with the lapband than with the RNY... Can someone give me their opinion to assist with my choice?...        But...

     I also believe I am committed enough not to screw this up.

     I have PCOS and am insulin resistant but no heart disease, high blood pressure or diabetes yet. I want to fix this before then.

     So much to think about. Still have sleep test and stress test, psyc eval, & Nutritionist before we schedule surgery. And a small item of getting insurance to sign off. They said it could be up to 30 days for that alone.
 
      I want to have the safest and most effective one done... but still confused on what that is?        Either way I can't wait until I set a date. Hopefully Oct.

Thanks!I

I had the rny 3 weeks ago. And I am doing well. lost 20 lbs since my surgery. Pre surgery lost 50 so down 70 lbs since January. The rny is a good tool for when you have alot of weight to lose. And if you eat to much you will know it. I ate to fast or didn't chew good enough or my new pouch did not like having chuck roast for dinner. so today was my first experience with vomiting since my surgery. Never had it before until today.

Robin