Two part surgery

recovery was just fine. My insurance  changed their tune and approved for a revision at the last hour.  Surgeon agreed to schedule from just band being removed to doing both removing and RNY same day.  Work was not happy though, but I had to look out for my health. My job is ending in March so I new I had to have surgery while I had the insurance.  If you are just having the band removed ,the doctor said plan for 5 days away from work and do not lift more than 10 lbs.during recovery period.  Best wishes to you!  you will feel so much better with out the band.  

I got my band unfilled this summer and have gained 15-20 pounds since then. Honestly, I don't care. I'm so happy that I can swallow again! I still get stuck once in a blue moon, but life is so much better now. I think it will be easier for you to maintain your weight because you have a relatively short time period before your RNY. I have no idea when I'll be able to revise to a DS. I'm going through the appeals process with my insurance company.

Hope your ulcers heal soon.