JessUK

Hi, I have had both. I had a lapband 5 years ago but it slipped 18 months ago and embedded itself in my stomach. The lapband caused me soooo many problems plus all the constant fills and unfills I don't think there is much comparison. I would opt for the sleeve every time! Obviously this is due to my personal experience and I know others love the band. Good luck with whatever option you choose. Jess Xxxxx

Hi, I had my op on 22nd April and have just under 40lb to lose. I had already lost lots of weight with a lapband but it had to be removed. Hoping the sleeve gives me the tool to get to the size I want to be. Good luck in your journey! Jess Xx

It can be caused by dehydration and a lack of salt. Try drinking more Water and see if it helps. My Mum has it and tonic water helps her - it's the quinine in it. Jess

I am here at the hospital and am 2 hours away from the surgery. The nerves have kicked in now - it has just been excitement up until this point!! Looking forward to it being over. Jess Xx

Good luck xx

Hi, I was also banded in 2009 and got down to my goal weight. I had the band removed in July '13 as it slipped and when the removed it the found it had begun to embed in my stomach. I have chosen to have the sleeve as it is a lifelong tool without all the fills and unfills even though I am only around 25 lbs above my goal weight I knew that gradually my weight would have crept up. Let me know if you have any questions - I am self funded so can't answer anything on insurance. Jess Xx

Hi, Thank you for all the good wishes. My surgery went well with no complications. I had a lap band removed 8 months ago so there was a risk that the scarring on my stomach may get in the way but my surgeon said the scarring was minimal so he was able to do a normal shape sleeve. I have all IV drips removed and am sipping Water and cups of tea. They even tried me with some consume but I could only manage a few spoonfuls. One more night in hospital then home tomorrow. Jess Xx

Hi, Reading your post was like reading my story. I too thought I would be able to maintain my weight after the band was removed. Looking back I don't know why I thought that as I always struggled with hunger and carbs pre-band. The hunger returned day one after the band was removed! I have sleeve surgery on 22nd April and cannot wait! This time I will have a tool for life Jess Xx

I had my band removed in July '13 after having terrible issues from slippage. I am also having sleeve surgery on 22nd April -can't wait!!

I have waited 9 months and gained around 35 lb. can't wait until 22nd April!

I had the band 5 years ago and achieved my goal weight in a year. I was soooo happy with the band but after getting a stomach virus 2 years ago my band slipped, and I had massive problems with acid to the point where I was choking in my sleep and vomiting. After a time with total unfill I eventually had the band removed in July 2013. I tried to maintain the weight but have failed! I have sleeve surgery on 22nd April. I can't wait to get this lifelong tool without the hassle of fills and unfills etc. Jess

You look amazing - well done! New to using this app so hope I have replied ok!

Fantastic! You look amazing! I hope I am as successful Jess

Hi Band07, Not sure if you can put it into words but.... What differences do you feel between the band and sleeve? I am a bit scared at the thought I might not lose weight with the sleeve! I am really hoping it will be a lifelong tool for me. Jess Xx

It's almost April!! I have my surgery on 22nd April and can't wait. I have a few days off work for the Easter holidays for a few days leading up to my surgery and looking forward to spending quality time with the family - only my husband knows about my surgery. I am starting to buy everything I need for the hospital, just need some slip on pumps (saw the tip somewhere on this site) for slipping on to come home in. Eek - good luck everybody, looking forward to sharing our journeys Jess Xx

Hi, I had a band nearly 5 years ago and was successful at losing all the weight. I had a serious band slippage 18 months ago resulting in all the Fluid taken out and then having it removed nearly 12 months ago. Since then I have put on around 30lbs and my surgeon has agreed to a sleeve operation - it's on 22nd April. I haven't told my family - only my husband knows because I know they will not understand. I had my pre-op yesterday and the first comment from the nurse was "you don't need bariatric surgery you look fine" annoying!! I really made the band work for me but I am looking forward to a life long solution! Counting down the days now! Jess Xx