Hi Kero. I have been on the preop diet for 9 days now and have lost 12 pounds and several people have said, "why don't you just keep doing this and see how you do. Maybe you won't have to have surgery" You are gonna have many moments of "is this right for me", but you also have to remember the struggle with weight loss you've already had. Sure, there are complications related to LAP-BAND®, but there are complications with obesity! I have worried about having to go back into surgery due to complications, but I also worry about my joints being able to hold me up! Have faith and remember, LAP-BAND® "doesn't" have to be permanent. Thats one of the great things about it! Although, just to be clear, LAP-BAND® is "meant" to be lifelong. Stay strong! :biggrin1:

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