Sleeve or band

[CrissyCakes 110]

I had the band n lost very little weight in 7 years! I just had revision surgery (sleeve) on Jan 7 and now lost 13 pounds more than I lost with the band! Wish I would have done it sooner

I definitely don't want to have to do that. I don't want complications and restrictions. I've already invested so much time trying to even get this done...I would be beyond mad if I follow his lead only to not reach my goal and still have to go back for revision.

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[CrissyCakes 110]

My surgeon rarely performs the band - he won't outright refuse to do it, but told me he's put in about 3-5 over the last year and removed 20-30 due to complications or ineffectiveness. He also said he doesn't really feel comfortable putting one in someone who isn't male and under 40 (i.e., already biologically predisposed to take off more weight w/WLS). And that someone like me who gets tempted to overeat at night might not do so well, because the restriction isn't as strong at night. So it does work for some select people, but there are factors to take into consideration.

I'm finding it so strange that's the route he wants to go. I think after reading the comments I'm going to move forward with the sleeve. Seems the easiest route to go that will better help me reach my goal.

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[NYdad 21]

I am currently waiting for my appointment with my surgeon. My band has slipped and has to come out. The band has worked for me however it has been a constant work in progress. I've had so many adjustments and 1 prior prolapse which was a complete unfill and slowly refill. In short.... The band is a lot of work and I can't help but think the life expectancy of the band isn't so good. Every time I went to the dr the office staff were always surprised that I've had the success I've had and that I still had it as long as I had. The recommendation from my Dr is a sleeve conversion.

[NeedaBreak4Me 1,755]

I'm one weigh in away and I'm trying to decide between the sleeve or the band. When I initially started the process I wanted the band. But after speaking with my PCP, friends that's have done weight loss surgeries and general research. I decided on the sleeve. My surgeon is saying now to the band because I've been having problems with acid reflux. My personal thought at first was, he knows what's best, but ultimately I feel that the band will be an inconvenience, and lessen my weight loss goals. I'm new here, and welcome any thoughts, advice etc... thanks

Dont do the band!

I had the band done 6 years ago... obtained successful weight loss... no major issues until 5 years later... . had it removed... in 12 months by eating well... i have gained most of my weight back.

It does not teach you good food choices... actually quite the opposite.

Very common problems are

food getting stuck

Not being able to drink a large amount of Water

The band getting tight when stressed

The band is tight when ovulating and during periods

Cant eat decent healthy foods

No dry chicken.. meat etc

And so much more.

Ask your doctor to do a manometry test. This tests your esophageal pressure... if this comes out good. You should be able to address your reflux issues.

My dr doesn't perform the band anymore due to it dislodging itself and too many complications!

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I'm so confused as to why he wants to go forward with that. Honestly I think it's because insurance doesn't pay for the upkeep of the band after I believe the 3rd visit. I picked an excellent program, but this choice had me baffled.

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[CrissyCakes 110]

I am currently waiting for my appointment with my surgeon. My band has slipped and has to come out. The band has worked for me however it has been a constant work in progress. I've had so many adjustments and 1 prior prolapse which was a complete unfill and slowly refill. In short.... The band is a lot of work and I can't help but think the life expectancy of the band isn't so good. Every time I went to the dr the office staff were always surprised that I've had the success I've had and that I still had it as long as I had. The recommendation from my Dr is a sleeve conversion.

I noticed the NY in your name, I'm in NY where are you going for treatment?

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[CrissyCakes 110]

I'm one weigh in away and I'm trying to decide between the sleeve or the band. When I initially started the process I wanted the band. But after speaking with my PCP, friends that's have done weight loss surgeries and general research. I decided on the sleeve. My surgeon is saying now to the band because I've been having problems with acid reflux. My personal thought at first was, he knows what's best, but ultimately I feel that the band will be an inconvenience, and lessen my weight loss goals. I'm new here, and welcome any thoughts, advice etc... thanks

Dont do the band!

I had the band done 6 years ago... obtained successful weight loss... no major issues until 5 years later... . had it removed... in 12 months by eating well... i have gained most of my weight back.

It does not teach you good food choices... actually quite the opposite.

Very common problems are

food getting stuck

Not being able to drink a large amount of Water

The band getting tight when stressed

The band is tight when ovulating and during periods

Cant eat decent healthy foods

No dry chicken.. meat etc

And so much more.

Ask your doctor to do a manometry test. This tests your esophageal pressure... if this comes out good. You should be able to address your reflux issues.

My dr doesn't perform the band anymore due to it dislodging itself and too many complications!

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I'm so confused as to why he wants to go forward with that. Honestly I think it's because insurance doesn't pay for the upkeep of the band after I believe the 3rd visit. I picked an excellent program, but this choice had me baffled.

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Wow!!! All of the comments are definitely making up my mind. I'm already a very picky eater (you wouldn't think with all of the weight lol) but I don't need any extra complications. My reflux isn't bad, my GI really thinks it's just the extra weight. My upper endoscopy was fine with the exception of mild irritation in stomach. Thank you for the information.

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[NeedaBreak4Me 1,755]

I'm one weigh in away and I'm trying to decide between the sleeve or the band. When I initially started the process I wanted the band. But after speaking with my PCP, friends that's have done weight loss surgeries and general research. I decided on the sleeve. My surgeon is saying now to the band because I've been having problems with acid reflux. My personal thought at first was, he knows what's best, but ultimately I feel that the band will be an inconvenience, and lessen my weight loss goals. I'm new here, and welcome any thoughts, advice etc... thanks

Dont do the band!

I had the band done 6 years ago... obtained successful weight loss... no major issues until 5 years later... . had it removed... in 12 months by eating well... i have gained most of my weight back.

It does not teach you good food choices... actually quite the opposite.

Very common problems are

food getting stuck

Not being able to drink a large amount of Water

The band getting tight when stressed

The band is tight when ovulating and during periods

Cant eat decent healthy foods

No dry chicken.. meat etc

And so much more.

Ask your doctor to do a manometry test. This tests your esophageal pressure... if this comes out good. You should be able to address your reflux issues.

My dr doesn't perform the band anymore due to it dislodging itself and too many complications!

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I'm so confused as to why he wants to go forward with that. Honestly I think it's because insurance doesn't pay for the upkeep of the band after I believe the 3rd visit. I picked an excellent program, but this choice had me baffled.

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Wow!!! All of the comments are definitely making up my mind. I'm already a very picky eater (you wouldn't think with all of the weight lol) but I don't need any extra complications. My reflux isn't bad, my GI really thinks it's just the extra weight. My upper endoscopy was fine with the exception of mild irritation in stomach. Thank you for the information.

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Good luck with your weight loss journey.. keep us updated on how you go

[CrissyCakes 110]

I'm one weigh in away and I'm trying to decide between the sleeve or the band. When I initially started the process I wanted the band. But after speaking with my PCP, friends that's have done weight loss surgeries and general research. I decided on the sleeve. My surgeon is saying now to the band because I've been having problems with acid reflux. My personal thought at first was, he knows what's best, but ultimately I feel that the band will be an inconvenience, and lessen my weight loss goals. I'm new here, and welcome any thoughts, advice etc... thanks

Dont do the band!

I had the band done 6 years ago... obtained successful weight loss... no major issues until 5 years later... . had it removed... in 12 months by eating well... i have gained most of my weight back.

It does not teach you good food choices... actually quite the opposite.

Very common problems are

food getting stuck

Not being able to drink a large amount of Water

The band getting tight when stressed

The band is tight when ovulating and during periods

Cant eat decent healthy foods

No dry chicken.. meat etc

And so much more.

Ask your doctor to do a manometry test. This tests your esophageal pressure... if this comes out good. You should be able to address your reflux issues.

My dr doesn't perform the band anymore due to it dislodging itself and too many complications!

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I'm so confused as to why he wants to go forward with that. Honestly I think it's because insurance doesn't pay for the upkeep of the band after I believe the 3rd visit. I picked an excellent program, but this choice had me baffled.

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Wow!!! All of the comments are definitely making up my mind. I'm already a very picky eater (you wouldn't think with all of the weight lol) but I don't need any extra complications. My reflux isn't bad, my GI really thinks it's just the extra weight. My upper endoscopy was fine with the exception of mild irritation in stomach. Thank you for the information.

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Good luck with your weight loss journey.. keep us updated on how you go

Thank you!! Definitely will. Glad I found this

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[Elode 8,093]

Sleeve!!! It's the best of the best!!of course it changed my entire life for the better so I'm bias!

[NYdad 21]

Buffalo general

[NoMoBand 278]

Sleeve! I had the band 5 years and had it removed due to complications. I was revised to sleeve 11 months ago and couldn't be happier! My biggest frustration with the lap band was the high maintenance that comes with it.

As far as acid reflux, I did not have it with the band and now I have it with the sleeve. It's hard to say how your body will react regardless of which you choose. I take medication for the acid reflux and I'm fine. Good luck. jake

[KristenLe 5,980]

My surgeon suggested sleeve instead of band (my original choice). He said that 50-60% of band patients have to have secondary surgeries due to complications. He also said they take out more bands than they put in these days. They are a very reputable and have been doing bariatric surgery for over 20 years. I would get a second opinion.

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[CrissyCakes 110]

Sleeve! I had the band 5 years and had it removed due to complications. I was revised to sleeve 11 months ago and couldn't be happier! My biggest frustration with the lap band was the high maintenance that comes with it.

As far as acid reflux, I did not have it with the band and now I have it with the sleeve. It's hard to say how your body will react regardless of which you choose. I take medication for the acid reflux and I'm fine. Good luck. jake

Thank you. Reflux is very mild so I'm thinking I'll be fine. The maintenance of the band is definitely a huge factor. Good luck!!

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[Faytona 10]

CrissyCakes, Just shy of 10 years with my band....I lost 132 pounds and then my band slipped. No reason....just slipped and then I developed this left shoulder pain, intermittent at first and then constant. I would like to tell you I am a nurse. Please realize all medical devices have a life of 10 - 20 years. More like about 12....

My original surgeon said that people go along with no problems and then....BOOM....band slips, no reason, they just slip! (He was one of the first trained and doing them here on the West Coast.) They aren't even really doing them anymore. Please listen to us that have gone before you. My band was very little effort I hit my sweet spot on my 1st post op visit and you can count on one hand how many fills I had, and only 1 unfil EVER in 10 years.....

SO BACK TO THE PAIN IN MY SHOULDER(like GAS pains).....My lap band to sleeve turned into a 5 1/2 hour procedure with my precious LAP-BAND adhered to my spleen and liver and my spleen tore while removing my LAP-BAND and LUCKILY there was no permanent damage. I am now 5 weeks post op and my pain in my shoulder is gone(YAY!) it got better everyday until it was gone.

TRUST ME 10 years ago I was sitting where you are...Thinking that will NEVER happen to me, I don't want my guts rearranged, etc, etc.

ANOTHER thing you need to consider, is NO ONE but GOD himself can tell you how your body will respond to the the foreign body the LAP-Band being introduced into your body! I LOVED my BAND and was a PRO BANDER until March 1st, 2016 at 3:32 in the afternoon. Please don't do that to yourself. Pick the Sleeve or RouxNY!

My port doesn't hurt and my shoulder doesn't hurt. Even though my body is still healing. I didn't realize how much pain I was dealing with on a daily basis from my port and my band. Don't choose the band!.

What is wild is the GUILT i had about revising my ELECTIVE BARIATRIC surgery! I am so glad I stuck with my surgery date....who knows when my band would have torn from my spleen, or liver and I would have probably bled to death... GLAD I REVISED.

Oh yeah I had bad GERD! Almost none since my Sleeve.

[liposuction68 178]

Hello,

It is ultimately up to YOU.. Weigh your pro's and con's.. What i can tell you from experience is the Band was a nightmare when it wanted. It was like it had a mind of its's own .. So much so i called it Willy.. Willy was good for about 3 years and then i started the acid reflux and taking omerprazole and filling and unfilling and filling and unfilling. i still tried to work with it sometimes taking a break and unfilling it completely and start again after a couple of months. All wls is work but dammit Willy had me dong overtime. so ten years later i decided thats it im getting sleeve. i just got my band removed on Tuesday i was supposed to get the sleeve at the same time but when doc went in my band had slipped leaving my stomach swollen and bruised and to close to esophogus so he just removed the band and want to let my stomach heal for a much better outcome. so im scheduled for May 24th... cant wait. like i said it was my experience and your decision is ultimately yours..

good luck

NY NY.