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.

I had my lapband out 1/12/17 and will have bypass on 4/24. In the process I am exactly where I was 7 yrs ago when I got the band in 2010-80 lbs back on. Annoyed at myself but ready for my new beginning. I was told less complications if you heal after they remove the band. I also had to have an endoscopy nutrition and psych again. It does feel like a long time, but I also know I am ready now. Your time will go fast and your body be ready for the bypass. To 4/24! Our new beginning - Good luck to you!