Hello: so glad I found this sight. I have had years and years of weight loss struggles. Finally getting the gastric band in 2009. Unfortunately the most I lost was 12 pounds. Tried many protocols after that including HCG injections which worked lost 62 pounds in 4 mo as strict low carb low cal diet is also required. As soon as I added carbs weight came back. Finally last year decided after trying everything I’m just setting my weight higher and higher to consider another surgery. . In June 2023 I had the lap band removed, and am set to have gastric bypass 11/27. I feel nervous about elective surgery and risks but at my highest weight ever, and now added back pain and joint pain I’m done. Concerned about this new way of eating, hoping I can succeed and have a new more active life. Would love to hear from anyone about their experience especially anyone who had their band removed and opting for bypass. Thank you!