Was thinking Lapband but now going w/bypass - ThinnerTimes - Gastric Bypass Forum, Lap Band Forum, and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Forum

Grammy O · 02-22-2008, 11:19 AM

Hi all. Well, I'm glad that I found this website. I am from Placentia, CA. I went to my new patient meeting yesterday with the idea that I was going to do the Lapband procedure and not the bypass. Well, after yesterday, I am now headed for the bypass. I was fascinated that with the bypass that my diabetes could be reversed so quickly. I also have had one knee replacement and need another one done. If I can lose my excess weight I may not even need the other knee replaced yet. They do the bypass laproscopically too. My husband and I both agreed that the best way for me would be to do the bypass. Yes, I don't care for the mortality rate, but I am more afraid of failing on the lapband. I need something that will "stop" me from eating things that are not healthy. The lapband seemed like a device that you can manipulate alot easier than the bypass.

I know that this is a decision that everyone must make for themselves. I look forward to this journey and with your support and with the Lord's help, I'll get through this just fine.

Good luck everyone!

Olga

rappaport · 02-22-2008, 12:03 PM

Welcome aboard Olga. I'm a bit biased, but I think you made the right choice with the RNY. And it's true, most people rid themselves of diabetes quickly with surgery, as well as most of the other co-morbidities. Good luck to you and keep us posted on your progress.

Robin W · 02-22-2008, 02:41 PM

It's just my opinion, but you made the right decision. Good luck and Congratulations on the start of your healthy journey.

rivi23 · 02-22-2008, 02:54 PM

I did the same thing. For the first 3 months I was all about the lapband, until I realized that I did not think that it was right for me. I have to lose about 150 pounds, and I don't think I could have done it with the lapband. I am having the RNY in March!

Omaha Jim · 02-22-2008, 02:56 PM

Welcome Olga. I am not going to comment on your decision, but I very much agree with your logic. There are some amazing helps here for you to learn from. Make sure you do your research. Read the blog here about the surgeries. Read Gwen newcomers guide. There are some great helps and helpers her. You will do great!

katzz87 · 02-22-2008, 03:04 PM

My weigh-loss journey sounds alot like yours. I too was set to get the lap-band, had some concerns in the back of my mind that the band wouldn't work in the long run for me. And when I met with my doctor she said that if I had lap-band I'd still be on diabetes meds, but it I had the gastric-bypass I'd be free of diabetes medications. Prior to surgery my diabetes was VERY WELL controlled with medication, so she knew that I'd be diabetes-free post op.

Well left the hospital post op with NO MEDS and had a reading of 138...two-three weeks later my reading was 117 fasting. Feels great! I'm now almost 6 weeks post-op and according to my scales I'm down about 34 lbs, off my cholesterol, diabetes, halved my high-blood pressure...best thing I have ever done is this surgery!!

Good luck and as always keep us posted on your journey

thedonnybrasco · 02-22-2008, 03:44 PM

I Walked Into The Surgeons Office For Lap Band And Walked Out With A Date For Bypass. Best Decision I Ever Made! I Hope It Is For You Too.
Welcome And Good Luck On Your Journey!

Grammy O · 02-22-2008, 04:33 PM

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone. I most certainly will keep you posted on my progress.

Nice to feel I've got friends!

Olga

AriesGirl78 · 02-22-2008, 07:46 PM

I also thought I wanted the band, but after going to an information session I decided the bypass was right for me! I am glad you found something that you feel will be right for you! Best of luck in your journey.

Toony · 02-22-2008, 07:50 PM

Me too... started out full guns for the Lap Band... then I figured out that it would not be "stern" enough for me, and I'd not be successful. I'm newly rny'd... so can't speak from experience yet, but am HAPPY with my decision...

Expect to get happier as time goes by and the pounds drop off!

katie