Thanks for sharing. Glad to hear a success story. :)

I have had a band for over 5 years. At the time I got it, I probably wasn't the best prepared, but the band is hell... to say the least... my surgeon does them rarely-- only if a person is desperate...

Thanks all. If all goes well, my surgeon will actually remove my lapband and do gastric bypass. There is a chance I may have to return home to let my stomach heal and then he'll go back in a couple...

Hi all. Has anyone had the sleeve after the lap-band surgery. I've been unsuccessful with the lap-band for a few reasons (and I do take responsibility for part of it). I've had it for 5.5 years now...