kekerene

I had the same issues with my band and lived miserably for 5 years with it. I had a revision in Mexico with Dr. Aceves 06/23/11 and I feel great. The sleeve is so much different/better than the band. If you hit a wall with your insurance you may want to consider having a revision in Mexico as the prcing is way more affordable than the US. I was a cash pay patient for both surgeries so when I found out my band slipped and had to come out, I went with the cheaper option. Not to mention that Dr. Aceves had a ton more experience with band to sleeve revisions than my Lap Band surgeon did. Hope all goes well for you, please keep us posted

I suffered too with all of the problems that the Lap Band brings with it. Throwing up EVERY meal that was not a liquid, reflux, wondering why I was not getting full after 2-3 bites then having those bites come up 5 minutes or sometimes an hour later, lost 60lbs then 4 years later gained it back, then found out the band slipped and had to be removed and that was why I gained the weight back. 5 years of misery. Finally I had it rremoved a month ago and had a revision to the sleeve. WOW, what a difference. Finally, something that actually does what they told me it would. I eat a couple bites and I am full. I am a month out and 22 lbs down and feel amazing. I finally feel like I have my life back

Congrats!

Hi Bernie, I don't mind helping out. I had the Lap Band in 2005 and then had a revision to the Gastric Sleeve last month. You can email me if you'd like @ kekerene@hotmail.com, just put your name in the subject line so I don't delete it thinking it's junk mail.

I waisted about $200 on all sorts of Protein shakes. Another person recommended the Premier Protein Shakes and I think they are the best I have found. They are pre-made and come in little white boxes. One shake has 30 grams of protein and to me they taste like chocolate milk. I get them at Sam's Club.

I was sleeved a month ago by Dr. Aceves and I had a great experience. I spent 3 nights in the hospital. Also, the hospital is about a mile across the border. Good luck!

That is awesome, you look great!

I had a revision from band to sleeve done a month ago and I wish that I had the sleeve to begin with. I had so many issues with the band and I am just glad to finally have it out. I had the band removed and the sleeve done all in 1 surgery, no regrets....I love my sleeve!

Hi all, I am from Lafayette, LA and went to Mexicali, Mexico to Dr. Aceves on June 23rd for a band to sleeve revision. I will make 4 weeks post op in 3 days and I am down 21 lbs and feel great. My experience was better than I could have ever imagined. The hospital and staff were all awesome and so so so clean! I was up and walking the halls right out of recovery and back to work in 6 days. I will tell you this about Mexico. For me when doing my research I wanted a doc that had a ton of experience with revisions and after much research I realized that Doctor Aceves was the one for me. He had a ton of experience and I was not able to find one bad review on him, which meant a lot to me. Also, I wanted to be in a full blown hospital with an ICU should anything happen to go wrong. Most other doctors in Mexico have their patients recover in a hotel or in a large condo with other patients and their companions recovering there with you. Some people like this idea and feel like they are on vacation. For me, I felt more comfortable in a hospital since I was having a major surgery. Just my opinion. It is all about what you feel most comfortable with. Good luck to all of you upcoming sleevers

This week makes 4 weeks post-op for me for my band to sleeve revision. I have lost 21 lbs so far and I feel great. I think the recovery was about the same as the band. I was walking the halls right out of recovery 4 weeks ago. I had the band for 5 years and experienced the same failures as you. It feels so good now to not have my food come back up to see me after taking 1 bite. This to me is way different than the band and I am sooooo glad that I did it. Good luck to you and please keep us posted

Just had a revision on 06/23/11 and my cost for the band to sleeve revision was $11,200 and worth every penny. I paid $17,000 for the Lap Band 5 years ago so this was actually cheaper for me than the band was. Dr. Aceves, Staff, & Hospital were awesome. I would do it all over again. I was back to work in 6 days and I am losing weight and feel fantastic. Good luck to you!

Yes we are all very real patients, LOL. I had a revision from band to sleeve on 6/23/11 and I am doing great. Like Foxbins stated my TV was high up on the wall as well so I am not sure, I would recommend bringing a lap top. Best of luck to you and please keep us posted.

I had the band removed and sleeve done all in one surgery 6/23/11. It's been a little over 2 weeks and I have lost 22lbs. Had the same issues with my band, slipped on me and left behind a lot of bad scar tissue. Went to Dr. Aceves in Mexicali. Experience was awesome, hospital was cleaner than any one I have ever been too. I received great care. Dr. Aceves removed all the bad scar tissue that the band left behind. I am so glad to see you are doing great too!!!

I'm here in Mexicali awaiting my revision from band to sleeve tomorrow morning with Dr. Aceves. Any anxious and nervous feelings I had have pretty much vanished once I got here. Everyone is awesome. Can't wait.

Well I can tell you that I was back to work in 6 days. I had the surgery Thursday June 23 and returned on Wednesday June 29th. Just keep in mind that everyone is different. Also, I saw you mentioned plane costs from San Diego. Dr. Aceves driver picked me up in San Diego and then drove me to Mexicali. If you live in San Diego then you would not have to fly at all. Just a suggestion. I know for me the 3 hour flight from San Diego back to Houston was a bit uncomfortable in those small/hard seats, LOL. Good luck to you!

No need to worry. I just returned home on Sunday after being sleeved by Dr. Aceves on Thursday and we were 4 ladies all there together. We were all very supportive of each other and made sure we were all okay and checked on one another. Once you get there I do not think that you will be alone. Good luck to you and I must say I had an awesome experience there.

Awww Donnie, Im sorry to hear that. Dr aceves is wonderful and I think if he couldn't do it then it was in your best interest. At least u can go back once your healed and get the sleeve. I'm headed home today, at the airport now actually, feeling great.

I am here in Mexicali as we speak. I had lap band removed and revision to a sleeve by Dr. Aceves. I was up and walking the halls right out of recovery. Doctors, staff, and hospital are awesome. They come in my room at least 2 times a day to clean the bathroom and mop the floors. It is super clean here. I feel great and I get to go home tomorrow, yay

So I am sleeved now, yay. This was not nearly as bad as I thought. I was walking the halls right after I got out of the recovery room last night. Just wanted to give an update. Talk to you guys soon!

Well I should have came back to this thread to get my answer. I am so sorry to hear that you could not get your revision Donnie. I am here now, hoping that all is well for me to get the revision. You were right about the doctors, staff, and hospital. Everything is great!

Thanks you guys. I am in my room waiting to be taken. I'll keep you all posted. Donnie, were you able to get the sleeve?

Yes, wishing you all the best. Please keep us posted

So glad to hear you are well Patti. Take care of your self

I had very similar issues with my band. Either too much resitriction or not enough, throwing up meals, reflux, heartburn, lost weight then regained it all. I am sick of it. I found out 2 weeks ago that my band has partially slipped. I am having a revision all in 1 shot on June 23 by Dr. Aceves in Mexico. I cannot wait to get this band out. I think it has to be a decision that you make for yourself. I am sure you will decide on what is best for you. Feel free to email me if you have any questions. Best of luck to you.