I have Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue. Working out and keeping the weight off was extremely difficult. My mother had a lap band and had some success but I didn't like the idea of being able to open and close the band so you can eat more or less. I also didn't want this foreign object in my body. When I moved to a new city I decided there was no better place or time to get gastric surgery. I saw a surgeon and discussed my options. He thought I was an excellent candidate and