Curious about what you love about your sleeve... I am going to have to have my band removed. I had a hiatal hernia that wasn't repaired at the time of my band placement. I don't know if that caused the prolapse or not. I have had a really tough time with the band, so was just going to go it on my own, but I am intrigued by the sleeve and am considering it as an option if I am even a candidate. Thanks for any input... pros/cons...

My band removal was super easy - in fact I remember feeling great the minute I went home (surgical daycare) and being able to eat that day (if I am remembering correctly).  Good luck - wls is not for everyone, but boy-oh-boy, I love my sleeve

My band removal recovery was less painful than when it was "installed".  I was able to sleep in my bed while in 2009 I had to sleep in a recliner.  All discomfort from removal surgery was gone in one month.  My band had slipped slightly and had caused a lot of inflammation.  I had to wait three months for my gastric sleeve surgery.

Thank you, this is helpful!

Thank you.  I think there are options to help with the ulcer/gastritis issues (acupuncture, herbs, etc).  For me getting the band out was the first step.  I resisted it for years.  Even after the ulcer I resisted.  Finally came around.  :)