Having revision dec. 12th ...lap band will be removed in since dec.15th 2010......

Can't wait to do this...Lap band slipped some time ago since Jly I visited surgeon and he advised me to have removed and revise to sleeve...was approved by insurance now have 13 days....I'm starting to get anxious from people telling me not to have it done....I really don't answer them...they are negative as were when I did lap band...which I must say..I did pretty good....didnt lose all the weight I wanted to but I didnt have alot of problems...I knew what not to have...although you know the bad just does what it wants when you least expect it...I really dont lnow what to expect from the sleeve...I hope it goes well for me as I'm positive.....advice anyone please....

My surgery is tomorrow...LapBand has been in since 2003, been empty for 2 years due to esphogeal spasms and reflux. Looking forward to getting this out.

Good Luck and keep me posted!!

Good luck..I will be thinking about you...let me know how you make out....feel well....

The sleeve isn't known for having much in the way of problems, mainly leaks or reflux. Leaks are pretty easy to find and they just take time to fix. Reflux is fairly common the first year but tend to decrease over time. If you look on FB there are plenty of failed band groups but no failed sleeve groups so that tells you right there that the sleeve is a pretty darn good option.

I just recently went from a filled band to a bypass.  I am already so much happier.  I have a feeling this is going to be one of the best things I've ever done for myself. Best of wishes for your surgeries!

thanks..I cant wait....did you have any problems with gas or drinking water after..or alot of pain..I'm so concerned....like the band....

With the band liquids were always a problem. I noticed an immediate improvement after my revision.  Water is no problem fro me.  I had moderate pain the evening of the surgery and the next day.  It changed to discomfort the next few days and have had no pain at all after the first week.  I was on an airplane flying home for 5.5 hours 4 days after my procedure.  The biggest hindrance for me is my energy level.  It was in the tank for a long time. I've started noticing significant improvement the last couple days and hoping for even more when I can start taking my vitamins this weekend.

I got lucky and it only took me a couple days to get rid of the gas they blow you up with. 

you were very encouraging to me...I pray that I do as well as you...Today I start my pre opt diet.and in 7 days I will have mine...I'll be in touch...thank you.

Good Luck Spuddz!!!