I am in the 3 month waiting period as my stomach was in really bad shape, Doc said it didnt even look like a stomach. It took him over 3 hours just to find the band and get it out of the mess it was in.

The problem is....anything I eat swells up my stomach, it gets huge, and my stomach always hurts, and the gas is unreal. Has anyone else experienced this?

I am in the 3 month waiting period as my stomach was in really bad shape, Doc said it didnt even look like a stomach. It took him over 3 hours just to find the band and get it out of the mess it was in.

The problem is....anything I eat swells up my stomach, it gets huge, and my stomach always hurts, and the gas is unreal. Has anyone else experienced this?

Sorry you are experiencing this. I had my band out last week and am still a bit swollen ( or inam fatter because I have been eating more LOL).

The best way to think of it is that you had a very challenging operation and your recovery will be longer and more painful. You just have to monitor closely as to whether you should consult your surgeon in case he has to go back in. When is your Sleeve scheduled for????

How long did you have the band before it was removed. Had you had many issues with it during all that time?

I had the band for 7 years, and I had trouble the past year. Bloating, nausea, never felt well. I have gained 20 lbs and my skin is shiny it's so tight on my hands and stomach.