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I'm getting my lapband removed on 4/24/17 after a year of difficulty, gaining weight back originally lost 80 lbs have gained back 55 lbs after having Fluid out then put back in when I had breast reduction surgery performed a year ago. Have reflux and spasms diagnosed with esophageal dysmotility common problem with band. My surgeon is removing it then I am told I have to wait 4-6 months to get converted to gastric bypass. I'm 66 years old going to be 67 in October. Frustrated that I have to wait. Able to eat much more then before thank God but scared to death I will gain all my weight back. Has anyone else had to wait that long and how did they do? I have great respect for my surgeon and would not go to anyone else.