Question:
Please share with me your experiences with Lap Band.

I would also like to know the risks of lap band surgery as there is little information on the internet about this topic.    — Melanie N. (posted on March 5, 2004)

March 5, 2004
I got the lapband about 11 months ago and I love it. I have been struggling a bit, but I know what my problems are. The surgery itself was very easy. I was self-pay and went to Mexico. I did take a week off, but I could have easily have gone back to work after several days off. I lost 50 pounds in the first few months, then 25 more in the next several months. I have been going up and down (just a few pounds) the last few months. I need to get another fill, then I will back to losing. <p> It is really important to do a ton of research so you will know exactly what you are getting yourself into. My life with my lapband is not very difficult, but it is a bit different. I will post some of the support groups for the band. Check them out, and read their archives. You will find a TON of information there.. Email me if you have any questions... <p> http://www.spotlighthealth.com/common/SG/topics.asp?m=1&sb=25 <p> http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Bandsters/ <p> http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/surgtype-forums/LapBand/posts
   — Sheryl W.

March 5, 2004
I had the Lapband done on 11-13-03 and have lost -46lbs so far. I have had one fill on 12-18 am currently filled to 1.5cc. I haven't had any complications and am doing fine. Good luck Mary
   — mary K.

March 5, 2004
Hi Melanie, I had LapBand August 22, 2003, and could not be happier with my decision. It was a last minute decision, as I was going to have RNY. It was just that the more info I got on banding, the more comfortable I was with that idea. There is a wealth of information out there for you. Try this link http://www.spotlighthealth.com/common/SG/topics.asp?m=1&sb=25 I have had some difficulties, but it was minor, and my own fault... I knew what I was doing wrong when I did it. I have lost almost 100 pounds, and my personal goal is to lose another 100 pounds, but I'd be thrilled to death to lose 80 more. :0) Best of luck to you. If I can help in any other way, feel free to email me at [email protected] I'm not online very much, but I do check email. :0)
   — Helen M.

March 9, 2004
Hi, I had the Lapband surgery just last week, 3/2/04. I am so excited for this new way of life I have chosen. I had a very easy time with the operation, had hardly any pain. I am on the liquid phase right now, and have lost about 3 pounds. I did A LOT of research for about 18 months before my surgery, so I had my head on straight. The Lapband is only a tool. It isn't a magic wand. I agree with the other posters on visiting spotlighthealth.com I visit the support group there every day and have learned a ton of valuble information from those wonderful people. Good luck in your journey what ever you may decide! May God bless you. Sara S
   — saras