hello! In August of '09, I was banded and lost over forty pounds. I had started a little weight gain and developed horrible acid reflux so bad that I had to have it removed. It's been over 2 years...

Thanks guys, I will continue to search the board for more posts on this!

Hello! I have decided to go with the sleeve. Every since I had the band, I worried with acid reflux at night when filled. I want to know if anyone can tell me what they've heard about this? Is it...

Yes, for me the sleeve is the better option. I am ready to have this done and hope that I will work it as best I can for the purpose of controlling/ridding the diabetes. Thanks to everyone!

Thanks for your valuable opinion

Was anyone here banded and was unbanded due to acid reflux? Were you converted to the sleeve? If so, did you continue to have reflux? If so, Is it as bad as it was with the band? Please respond,...

Thanks so much. Which surgery did you have? this is very encouraging!

Hello everyone, after several ups and downs concerning WLS I attended a support group today to get back on track with my health issues. Yes, I came to the meeting with my mind made up to have the...

looking good, I'm happy for you. Wishing it was me, I find myself lifting my stomach at times. I too get the rashes.

I know exactly how you feel, I'm feeling the same way and have been for a long time. I've just joined and have seen many answers to questions that I've had. This site more than any, have really and...