Question:
I want to hear from Lap Band patients about results...

I have my consult with the surgeon next week. I'm considering the Realize Lap-Band. I would really like to hear people's experience with the banding. Was the weight loss too slow? Were there unexpected complications? Opinions on banding? Thank you!    — bacon1975 (posted on January 19, 2010)

January 19, 2010
I had the Realize Band done in November 2008 and it was the best thing I have ever done. I have lost over 65 lbs in my first year plus what I lost before surgery and since I am at 95 lbs. You have the support from their website for 3 years to help. You might lose it as fast as others but losing it slower keeps it off longer. I have not had any other problems. You do have trouble eating some things but you learn what you can eat and what you can't. I hope this helps. I am extreamly happy with mine..... Penny
   — pennlynn24

January 19, 2010
I had lapband surgery in Dec. 08. I love it and would do it again in a heartbeat. I lost 82lbs in the first year and only about 4-6lbs since then. I noticed that I can't eat steak or chicken that is too dry and bread that is not toasted. That has only come about since I had my last couple of fills. I have 8.6 cc's in a 10 cc band. I am happy with where I am at so far. I feel that my 8.6 cc's is just right for me. I haven't had any problems with the band so far. Goodluck with your consult. tina
   — tinamarie4

January 19, 2010
I live in Northern NY, had my surgery through Finger Lakes Weight Loss Center in Auburn, and I had the surgery on 9/23. I am 40 pounds down and have had NO problems whatsoever, other than eating a little too much sometimes! LOL I feel wonderful... it's not easy I must warn you. You don't eat near what you did before. Going out to dinner - you can do it but you are a 'cheap date' because you don't eat much. Alcohol- I drink a little wine at dinner when we go out but too much will go right to your head. Some docs don't want you to drink. You have got to get your protein in -- I love Unjury and I use it religiously! I've fallen off, I've gotten confused, but I get on here, or I call my nutritionist or my Nurse and get my answers. I am so glad I had it done!!! I wouldn't trade it for the world! If you have any more questions, email me! Lin
   — LinnieJean

January 19, 2010
My name is Ruth Rowe I was banded 10 mos ago I haven't had no trouble with mine My band is the Realize Band .I was 68 years old when I got mine and i feel great I had no pain what so ever I even got out of Bed that same night to use the bathroom in the hospital weight loss is slow but it is okay with Me .I have had to fills so far. [email protected]
   — Ruth Rowe

January 20, 2010
I'm so grateful to everyone who has answered me! I'm excited and I'm nervous. My biggest problem right now is hunger. I know that already there is a lot of "mind" hunger going on, so I'm worried about post op too. Slow loss is okay with me. I have 100 pounds to lose.
   — bacon1975

January 20, 2010
I had my lap band done on October 19, 2009. To date, I have lost 83lbs and feel amazing. I had lost about 23 before surgery and all the rest has come since surgery. I have not had the first problem. My Doc really was pushing for me to do the bypass but I knew it was not the right decision for me. I knew the band was a better option for ME. Some say that you can't lose as much with the band but I am a firm believer that if you use it as its intended,as a tool and not a solution I believe anyone can lose weight with it. I have a ten cc band and only have 3.5cc's in it with these kinds of results. The only advise I can give you is know you. Know your lifestyle, be very honest and let that be your deciding factor. I wish you nothing but smiles in your journey.
   — harmonysplace

January 22, 2010
Be sure you are OK with slow weight loss. I lose one pound a week.
   — [Deactivated Member]

January 22, 2010
I lost 113 lbs. Banded 4/19/07. Initial few months are slow due to lack of restriction. I currently have some reflux@ noc causing some problems but over all excellent experience I would not take back Donna
   — Donna O.