Im considering having my band removed and possible sleeve . I was doing great with my band I was banded in 07 the last year ive had acid reflux so bad and now have ulcers in my throat and stomach and one doctor said he believes its from my band. I will be talking to my band doctor Wednesday about what to do next starting to stress out a little bit I don't think my insurance will pay to have another WLS this last year i have gained weight back