Researching Newbie - Band to Sleeve ?

[JustFluffy 122]

Hello everyone,

I posted a long thread, which I won't repeat on this thread under Band to Sleeve Revisision Thread introducing myself. I'm researching the Sleeve and trying to determine which direction I'll be heading in three weeks. I have to have my port revised, the doctor wants to remove my band and I'm leaning towards getting the Sleeve done (insurance approval pending). I've strugged the past two years with my band to the point I've regained all my weight lost post banding, plus 20 pounds.

I do have a wonderful support structure at home (which I didn't have with my band) and want to make an educated choice. I know my doctor wants my band removed...so do I go bandless and stay morbidly obese or move forward with Sleeve revision. I've tried it on my own for twenty years (on and off diet rollercoasters). The band didn't work for me. Will the Sleeve? (I know it is up to me - but I have those nagging doubts). I need the help and advice of those that have been in my situation. Also those who haven't had the band and that have had the Sleeve surgery done. My ears are open :-) Anyone have any regrets? Negatives and Positives?

I'm looking forward to getting to know all of you....

Leslie

[TijuanaPlication 87]

Hi Leslie, there are few on here that have revised from band to sleeve and the ones that come to mind are LilMissDiva, Tiffykins and OregonDaisy. They're all doing pretty amazing with the sleeve.

Tiffykins had complications, as you have an increased risk of leaks being a revision. They've posted plenty of stuff on here so check out some of their posts.

Good luck.

[JustFluffy 122]

Thank you for the information...I've made the decision to revise to sleeve...MissDiva and i were banded about the same time so it was nice to see an old friend and familar face...im now waiting to hear from my doctors office (not so patiently might i add lol)

[TijuanaPlication 87]

Congrats. I hope you have a quick recovery and I look forward to hearing from you afterwards.

Thank you for the information...I've made the decision to revise to sleeve...MissDiva and i were banded about the same time so it was nice to see an old friend and familar face...im now waiting to hear from my doctors office (not so patiently might i add lol)