Question:
Has anyone had the LAP banding? If so, how much weight have you lost?
I am scheduled for The LAP banding next week and I keep hearing alot of people say that they have not lost any weight. I would just like to get some input from other people. — casinocat74 (posted on December 7, 2005)
December 7, 2005
It totally depends on who you talk to. I'm three months post op, and down
44 pounds. It's very possible, but it takes good compliance to the Band
rules to make it happen. I have no doubt in my mind that the Band works,
I've seen it and lived it myself. I have no complications, just good
health and lots of energy. If you are ready to take control of your eating
and food choices, the Band will work. Fail to follow the rules most of the
time and losing will be much harder.
— windylindy
December 7, 2005
I don't know too much about the Lapband but wanted to tell you good luck.
I also had my surgery done by Dr Fang. I had lap rny August 8, 05. Him
and his staff are wonderful!
— *Malena* M.
December 7, 2005
Hi! I had the lap band done 11/10/05, when I went back to have my staples
removed I was down 10lbs!!! I just went in on the 2nd for my first fill,
Dr. Holloway put 1.5cc in for starters and I will weigh again Friday. I
will let you know the results. Good-luck! Brendal
— Brendal
December 7, 2005
hey, wanted to let you know the band will work as long as you do:) i was
banded a year ago and although the loss as has been slow, i am at goal and
very happy with the whole experience. honestly it has been very easy for
me--never counted calories or dieted in any form...just followed the basic
rules: no drinking when eating, eat protein first, and eat slowly. i eat
what i want, when i want and i lose weight--for me this WAS the magic
pill:)
good luck, you will do great!
— jessicamegan
December 7, 2005
Im down 99lbs. yes the lapband works .its a tool and it works as good as
you work it.there are many many people who have hit the century club on
this board.All the Best! Tracey
— traceybubbles
December 7, 2005
Hi Teresa,
I had the Lap band 7 months ago and have lost 120 lbs. so far. It hasn't
been real easy but it's up to the individual. I have been quite aggressive
in having the Band adjusted. I even went a little to far with it and just
yesterday had to have it loosened a little because I couldn't keep much
down. But the results have been as good as if I had the RNY. I was told
that most people don't lose as much or as fast as people that have had the
RNY, but I think I've proved that it can be just as effective. As I said,
it hasn't been easy, but after having gone through the surgery I was
determined to use this tool to the full capabilities. I hope this helps
you, and Good Luck in your journey.
Bill
— billyblaine01
December 7, 2005
Hi Teresa, I had the RNY but I wanted to let you know I think the band is
effective. My husband was banded on April 8, 2005 with a starting weight
of 356 lbs and as of last week he is down 101 lbs already and looking great
I might add. My sister had the lapband surgery in July and in 4 months she
has lost 49 lbs, not to shabby right?
It does require compliance but if you are postive and have faith in
yourself you will be a success. Wishing you the best on your journey.
Dana
— cajungirl
December 8, 2005
I had my lap band done in August and am thrilled with the results! I'm
down 42 lbs. It takes a lot of work. The band will not work by itself. I
swim a minimum of three nights a week. Exercise and diet are a huge part
of it. You have to be committed to making this a lifetime change. Good
Luck!
— nellandlowell
December 8, 2005
WOW at all my Bandsters here! Nice work. I am down 117 lb and LOVING my
Band. As the others have said, the Band will work as hard as you do. :)
Have you visited the Band support board here? Best of luck to you!
— Jeanie
December 8, 2005
You need to join a bandsters group. There is one called SmartBandsters, and
KentuckianaBandsters and many more. Enter bandsters into your search and
you will find a lot of groups you can join and ask questions. I remember
reading that someone had lost more than they then weighed. I had considered
it but changed my mind.
— geneswife
December 9, 2005
I was banded on Oct.4, 2005 and have lost 49 lbs. as of this morning.
— fleethigh1
January 23, 2006
i am scheduled to see the doctor in 2 weeks to discuss the surgery, i want
the lapband, and i would like to know if you had the lap band, and how it
went and how u are doing? linda -
— linda I.
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