Misty Johnson

I am set to see the surgeon feb 4th to have a barium swallow test he told me to prepare to have it removed immediately( as in that day) if he sees anything. I am preparing as I am in so much pain and discomfort. I am really scared. I was just reading about people having long term problems after the band is out, esophageal problems, pain, still throwing up, problems with the vergas nerve... I am praying having it removed will help me feel better I am so stressed and upset. I wish I had never gotten this.. Just my own feelings, I know people who are happy but have met very few past 10 years out.

I have had mine 12 years will be 13 in July. I initially lost 50 lbs but never got down to where I wanted. I am now exactly the weight I was when I got the band and have been in pain for the last 2 years... I am planning on having it removed this year. Will never never never get a lap band again. I just don't think this was meant for long term and when I got mine I was not told this and I did my research...the other thing is I didn't expect to lose my insurance and not be able to maintain the band and it needs maintained!!!