Thanks Jiffypop. I wrote a reply to this that apparently didn't post. Yes, I have hypertension but usually not that high. I think nerves did play a big role. He didn't say anything about me needing to lose weight before surgery but I plan to continue my healthy eating habits and exercise which should result in some weight loss. I know they normally put you on a liquid diet a few days before surgery to shrink your liver.
I did learn something new about bands. They now unbuckle so if they slip they can go in, unbuckle, reposition, and move on rather than having to take the whole thing out and start over. He and the nurse practitioner agreed that a band would be a good choice for me. They have a support group meeting this week and me and DH are planning to go.
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