Moving to the sleeve side of town
I haven't been here in a long time. Finally decided to pull the trigger on the sleeve. I did ok without my band for about a year and then the weight crept back on. On my way on 12/22/11 to be gutted like a fish so wish me luck.
Lapband 12/11/08 - Slip 6/16/09 - 2nd Slip & Removal 8/3/09...Sleeve 12/22/11
Good luck, Greg! Oh boy, I know what you're talking about! I thought I'd be able to keep the weight off after band removal, too. It's HARD! I'm envious that you're having the sleeve done. I wish you the very best and hope the surgery is completely uneventful and you're up and at 'em in no time!
~Nicci
~Nicci
Avoid kemmerling, Green Bay, WI
Thanks Nicci, sorry that you lost your band too. I always wanted the sleeve from the get go but the insurance wouldn't pay...so here I am 3 years and 3 surgeries later being self pay after all. I should have gone with my gut the first time around. Thanks much for your well wishes!
Lapband 12/11/08 - Slip 6/16/09 - 2nd Slip & Removal 8/3/09...Sleeve 12/22/11
The sleeve sounds more "dramatic" when you first hear of it, but in the long term I think it's an infinitely superior surgery. I'm sure you'll do well!
It kinda stinks having to self pay, but it will be worth it in the long run, I'm sure.
I was looking into sleeve revision but I still have too much damage even 6 years after band removal, unfortunately. Maybe someday!
It kinda stinks having to self pay, but it will be worth it in the long run, I'm sure.
I was looking into sleeve revision but I still have too much damage even 6 years after band removal, unfortunately. Maybe someday!
Avoid kemmerling, Green Bay, WI
Wow, I just read your story and it's the worst one I ever heard about the band. There are plenty of bad tales with the sleeve too...yikes! The quality of my life is really going down hill even though I'm a light weight. My diabetes is back (after total remission) my blood pressure, cholesterol and triglycerides are all up again. I spend a fortune on medicine and already having effects on my eyes, kidneys, hands and feet.
I have been sitting up nights worrying if I'm making the right decision. Did a ton of research and even more praying...but this is it, I'm at the point of no return and hoping my surgeon has a good day and my guardian angel watches out for me.
I have been sitting up nights worrying if I'm making the right decision. Did a ton of research and even more praying...but this is it, I'm at the point of no return and hoping my surgeon has a good day and my guardian angel watches out for me.
Lapband 12/11/08 - Slip 6/16/09 - 2nd Slip & Removal 8/3/09...Sleeve 12/22/11
It's kind of amazing how just a little bit of regain can affect your health, isn't it? I think I've regained just about any weight I lost during my time banded. But I sure feel more alive than I did when I had the band, so at least that's something.
I hope your diabetes goes back into remission... I bet it will.
I'll be thinking of you.
I hope your diabetes goes back into remission... I bet it will.
I'll be thinking of you.
Avoid kemmerling, Green Bay, WI
Greg, Thanks so much! I am a different person, BUT I remember every single day that I am very fortunate to have good results with my Lapband. I don't ever take it for granted. I feel sad for those who have bad results with the band. Everyone of us started this journey with the same desire - the desire to be healthy. I'm sorry you've struggled. You will do well with the Sleeve and your Diabetes will get back in remission. Stay strong. You've made a good decision. Good Luck!
12/09 and 6/11, 9 skin removal procedures with Dr. Sauceda in Monterrey Mexico
Revised to the Sleeve after losing 271 lbs with the LapBand.
Very best wishes. You don't hear many moans from sleeved people so I am hopeful it will work for you as you wi**** to!
Kate
Kate
Highest 290, Banded - 248 Lowest 139 (too thin!). Comfort zone 155-165.
Happily banded since May 2006. Regain of 28lbs 2013-14. ALL GONE!
But some has returned! Up to 175, argh! Off we go again,
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