What made you choose Lap Band?
Hello I am new to the site I am looking to have WLS. I went to an info session the surgeons said in my state Lap Band, VSG, and RNY are the main surgeries to consider.
What made you choose Lap Band, please share if you want. I am really just open minded to all three options and just looking for some feedback at this point.
How long was your hospital stay? Did you have a lot of follow ups? I know there are fills and different trials involved, but how many exactly?
One concern I have is if my insurance changes will any new insurance treat an adjustment like a pre-existing condition. I'm almost sure it would and I don't know if I could cover adjustments on my own (mostly because I don't know how much they cost) How much does it cost? Has anyone paid out of pocket for their Lap Band? I would love to read your stories, thanks
What made you choose Lap Band, please share if you want. I am really just open minded to all three options and just looking for some feedback at this point.
How long was your hospital stay? Did you have a lot of follow ups? I know there are fills and different trials involved, but how many exactly?
One concern I have is if my insurance changes will any new insurance treat an adjustment like a pre-existing condition. I'm almost sure it would and I don't know if I could cover adjustments on my own (mostly because I don't know how much they cost) How much does it cost? Has anyone paid out of pocket for their Lap Band? I would love to read your stories, thanks
Well there were several considerations. One, the only procedures really talked about back in 2003 were the Band and RNY. Second, my insurances (I had two at the time) would only cover those two.
But the major deal-breaker which still applies today is that I did not want my digestive tract rearranged (RNY and DS) or to have the majority of my stomach removed (sleeve.)
But the major deal-breaker which still applies today is that I did not want my digestive tract rearranged (RNY and DS) or to have the majority of my stomach removed (sleeve.)
Banded 10 years & maintaining my weight loss!! Any questions, message me.
I was self pay do, to some extent money was a consideration.
I had no co morbidities and felt as though I needed a boost to help me diet my way to a healthy weight.
I did not want anything removed from my body. I was more comfortable with having a band inside of me than I was with having parts removed.
I had an outpatient procedure at 7 am and was home at about noon. I slept that afternoon, did not need any pain meds besides extra strength Tylenol and was driving myself to the grocery store and library the next day.
I was 51 years old at the time of surgery and just entering menopause.
I had probably 8 appointments the first year for follow up and fills.
I lost all of my excess weight in 18 months and now see my surgeon every year .
I had no co morbidities and felt as though I needed a boost to help me diet my way to a healthy weight.
I did not want anything removed from my body. I was more comfortable with having a band inside of me than I was with having parts removed.
I had an outpatient procedure at 7 am and was home at about noon. I slept that afternoon, did not need any pain meds besides extra strength Tylenol and was driving myself to the grocery store and library the next day.
I was 51 years old at the time of surgery and just entering menopause.
I had probably 8 appointments the first year for follow up and fills.
I lost all of my excess weight in 18 months and now see my surgeon every year .
What we were told when I was banded in 2006 is not quite the same as we are told now. So the following are the reasons I would choose it NOW, not my thinking back then!
I did not want bits of me removing or rerouting.
I did not want any malaborption issues.
I did not need dramatically fast loss.
I was prepared to work hard.
I wanted something which could be reversed.
It is ŵorth noting that some of the above are controversial! For example, reversal is not as easy as it sounds and some people get permanent damage from the band. But any wls, in fact any surgery can have complications.
In 2006, I believed the likelihood was that I would have my band for life. I now accept this may not be the case although it is interesting to note that UK and Oz bandsters seem to do better than US ones!
However, if I lost my band tomorrow, I would not for one second regret having had it.
Kate
I did not want bits of me removing or rerouting.
I did not want any malaborption issues.
I did not need dramatically fast loss.
I was prepared to work hard.
I wanted something which could be reversed.
It is ŵorth noting that some of the above are controversial! For example, reversal is not as easy as it sounds and some people get permanent damage from the band. But any wls, in fact any surgery can have complications.
In 2006, I believed the likelihood was that I would have my band for life. I now accept this may not be the case although it is interesting to note that UK and Oz bandsters seem to do better than US ones!
However, if I lost my band tomorrow, I would not for one second regret having had it.
Kate
Highest 290, Banded - 248 Lowest 139 (too thin!). Comfort zone 155-165.
Happily banded since May 2006. Regain of 28lbs 2013-14. ALL GONE!
But some has returned! Up to 175, argh! Off we go again,
Adding as a separate post because on my ipad the OH text box size is limited! Irritating! Only happens on OH.
Forget exactly but I think had six fills and one unfill. All within the first 18 or so months. I had my op in the morning, went home in the afternoon, pain not too bad, never needed anything stronger than paracetamol.
I now have a six monthly visit to my doc and an annual barium swallow just to make sure all is well. Last fill about three years ago ( I think!).
Self pay patients do need to be aware of follow up costs. Fortunately the Brit National Health Service now looks after my care so I don't pay but at first every fill cost me!
Forget exactly but I think had six fills and one unfill. All within the first 18 or so months. I had my op in the morning, went home in the afternoon, pain not too bad, never needed anything stronger than paracetamol.
I now have a six monthly visit to my doc and an annual barium swallow just to make sure all is well. Last fill about three years ago ( I think!).
Self pay patients do need to be aware of follow up costs. Fortunately the Brit National Health Service now looks after my care so I don't pay but at first every fill cost me!
Highest 290, Banded - 248 Lowest 139 (too thin!). Comfort zone 155-165.
Happily banded since May 2006. Regain of 28lbs 2013-14. ALL GONE!
But some has returned! Up to 175, argh! Off we go again,
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on 6/26/12 9:14 pm
on 6/26/12 9:14 pm
Yes you will hear good and bad stories but as some people have stated, there is good and bad with all surgeries, not just WL ones. On any surgery, you sign forms and are told of (possible outcomes that are bad). I did when I had my gallbladder out and my breasts reduced etc.... I suggest you and your surgeron (and family) decide what is right for you. Because you are the one who will be dealing with it.
People have their opinions and that is fine. We are adults and have the right to think/feel what we wish. But it doesnt mean that it willl happen to you. What if it doesnt? What if it does?
Read some of the blogs on here from people who have succeeded with the band. Read some of the posts from people who have had difficulties. But keep an open mind. Ask questions and do what is right in your heart. Do not be swayed. Again, this is not a quick decision or a get better fast type thing. You have to do what works FOR YOU.
I wish you all the luck on whatever you decide. Have a great day.
People have their opinions and that is fine. We are adults and have the right to think/feel what we wish. But it doesnt mean that it willl happen to you. What if it doesnt? What if it does?
Read some of the blogs on here from people who have succeeded with the band. Read some of the posts from people who have had difficulties. But keep an open mind. Ask questions and do what is right in your heart. Do not be swayed. Again, this is not a quick decision or a get better fast type thing. You have to do what works FOR YOU.
I wish you all the luck on whatever you decide. Have a great day.
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