I'm in a similar situation. After having the band for 2.5 years with the final 1.5 years as no-fill, I had it removed in November. Daily vomiting, chest pain when trying to swallow, limited food choices, needed a spit cup when I ate which meant I ate alone. No quality of life and all this persists post removal. While I wait for BCBS of Texas to authorize a sleeve gastrectomy, I'm trying not to gain my 40 lost pounds. I also must have an upper GI (ugh) and possibly an esophageal motility study prior to any additional bariatric surgery. As an end note, the discomfort I always felt at the port site persists 8 weeks after it was removed. Anyone experience this? Best wishes to all, Happy New Year!
