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Thank you so much for your detailed responses! I am a little concerned that my surgeon did not bring the issue of scar tissue sensitivity when going from band to the sleeve. He encouraged bypass instead of the sleeve but not for that reason, I hope he is trustworthy because that issue makes sense. So you think that the increased surgery time needed to remove all of the scar tissue from the band didn't lead to a more painful recovery? I suppose since I will be under I won't know if the surgery was 1 hour or 6

I had the lap band surgery in 2008 which was largely unsuccessful. I lost about 30 pounds and then gained it all back and a lot more. This band has been so frustrating and living with it is so difficult. I am now 200 pounds overweight and have considered either the sleeve or bypass for the last few years, but find myself paralyzed with fear about the healing and side effects since the bad would also have to be removed. Your experiences with the following would be greatly appreciated!
-Band to sleeve or bypass is a double surgery and requires additional healing time. Is the pain awful and even worse than if just one of them was to be performed? I'm very afraid of the healing process. How long until I could expect to be pain free?
-Sleeve or bypass? I had been considering the sleeve but my Doctor keeps pointing out that bypass is the gold standard and I have the best chance at losing the most weight and keeping it off. Are my chances for long term success really that different between the 2?
-With bypass, I have read there is Hair loss? How much? Does the hair grow back?
-With bypass we have to take supplements for the rest of our lives. Even if they are taken, are we still at increased risk for disease or disorders? I am hesitant to sign up for a surgery that could mean health problems further on down the road.
-Are there any other side effects that I should be aware of for either the sleeve or bypass? I don't want to get the surgery and then find out there was a major side effect I had no idea about.
Thanks!