I had my band in 2008. Just wondered if anyone still has theirs. My doctor won't do any bands any more.

I've got mine from 04....same office, same head MD.....a couple of the same office staff....she trains a couple of pass-thru surgeons each year....

I had a lap band put in in 2008. I lost 30 kg but have gained 20 kg since. I am wondering about the ongoing safety ie erosion of the band and wonder if I should have the band removed and a sleeve done.

Has anyone out there done this?

Any comments on the life of the band ?.

I had my band in 2008. Just wondered if anyone still has theirs. My doctor won't do any bands any more.

Are you having issues with the band? I got mine three years ago and lost more pounds than what I currently weigh. I literally got a new lease on life since being banded and I am always concerned that the band will need removal for some reason so I often ask long time bandsters if they are having issues. Do you? And if yes, can you expand upon them so I can know some of the things to keep an eye out for?

Thanks.

No. Sorry. I had mine placed in 11', but I was having some really bad reflux and had it removed a bit ago. I'm so glad to hear that it still works for some people, because right now my stomach is a disaster zone. Keep up the good work and take care of yourself!

I still have mine but converting to the gastric sleeve in 11 days! I am having esophagus uses with pouch dilatation and inflammation and weight gain. I'm so disappointed, I loved my band. It really helped me make the lifestyle changes I needed and now it is awful. The mental anguish alone is terrible. 100 lb sustained weight loss for 8 years and now re-gaining.

Cant wait to convert