anna81

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I had my first band 5 years ago and it snapped after 6 weeks. I then had it replaced 3 weeks later and now this one is leaking. I have had nothing but problems with it and finally am having it removed on the 2nd of July and having a gastric sleeve on the same day. Good luck for tomorrow x Sent from my SM-G930F using the BariatricPal App

Hi all, I have a gastric band and have had it for 5 years. This is the second band I've had as the first one broke. This one is now also leaking so I am due to have a gastric sleeve instead. Has anyone gone from a band to a sleeve and what is the noticeable differences between the 2? Many thanks xx Sent from my SM-G930F using the BariatricPal App

Hi there! I had my band for 6 years before it broke. I was upset but my doctor assured me it was no problem- he would remove the band and create a sleeve. His did it in one procedure and I love the sleeve. I had a super quick recovery and have more energy and enthusiasm than I have had in years. If you have any specific questions just ask! You can always PM me if you prefer. Good luck and take care. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Hiya thankyou for your reply. I am just really nervous and hoping they can do it all in one procedure. I just feel like I have failed as I have put most of my weight back on and I feel so down about it x Sent from my SM-G930F using the BariatricPal App

Thankyou I will have a look x Sent from my SM-G930F using the BariatricPal App

My surgery is the 2nd of July:) x Sent from my SM-G930F using the BariatricPal App

July 2nd I am due to have gastric band removed and have a gastric sleeve! Xx Sent from my SM-G930F using the BariatricPal App