band vs rny

is the diet different for each one. is weight loss different? will the band stay in place forever if you want? has anyone ever had it removed and then what happens.

Hi Jan.. I am scheduled to have the Lap Band, I honestly wanted the RNY but it's a long story.. I ended up choosing the band. From what I know the weight loss is the same in the long run. With the RNY you will lose the weight much faster, there is a chance that you could re-gain your weight if you don'****ch what you eat. With RNY you should avoid sugar and you have to chew your food really well.. With the band you are advised to do the same. The band is adjustable so if you think you need to lose more weight you could get a fill,, or if you think you are losing too much they can unfill it. With the band you can also re-gain your weight (if you don'****ch what you eat) The band stays there 4-ever.. I know someone who has had it for 3 years. She lost the weight she wanted to lose in the first year..(90 lbs) and then left the band alone untill early Jan.. she had a fill done and is in the process of losing the 10 lbs she has re-gained. Anyway good luck! Wendy