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@cheetapride I only get hungry in the morning after I wake up or if I don't eat enough protein so far it's been ok. Slow process I had my revision on Dec 18th and I've lost 16lbs

I'm now scheduled for a revision to sleeve next tuesday, Jan 13. I've gone all around this. My doctor has been great. He spent 30 minutes with me on the phone today discussion the pros and cons. He wasn't pushing anything. My band doc was really pushing me to do something and I just went along with it. After the slip I told him to take the band out and I didnt want him to put anything back in. Just let me be. He talked me into it and I've had so many issues. 't good to hear Gauge Mom you are doing ok with the sleeve and they got the band out without issue. Are you feeling hungry? I just want that thing out of me. The sleeve may have it's own issues but I have to do something. I can't lose the weight myself and if I don't I"m headed for a lot of disability in my senior years. Turning it over and hoping for the best.

I am also considering revision surgery. I have had my lap band since 2008. I did great at first. I lost from 289 to 174. BUT I had to have my gallbladder out because they felt that was why I was having so much reflux. Since that surgery in 2010 I have struggled so much with my band. I started gaining weight quickly I currently have about 7.5cc in a 10cc band and they really don't want to put any more in. Most days I feel stuck up top with reflux and stomach growling below. I throw up frequently. I have gained back up to 240lbs and I do NOT want to gain any more. I am going to see my surgeon in 2 weeks to discuss revision. I am hoping he can take the band out and do the sleeve in the same surgery otherwise I am not going through with it. That's my biggest concern along with insurance possibly giving me trouble......

Ive just done the revision. Im only on day 3, but hopeful for positive results.

Band to Gastric Sleeve Revisions @@zimazoom click on above link you will get a wealth of good information MANY lappers had reverse surgeries to the sleeve due to problems with their lapband, slippage, erosion etc i'm just making a true statement about certain issues with the lapband i just made a quick search in the board there is someone who had the lapband in 2008 - now changing to sleeve any lap band people, i don't mean to say anything rude, or upsetting about your success with the lapband people like "you" and Alex (7 years and counting) many, many more are very happy and successful thats wonderful more power to you of course the sleeve can have its own problems not a good thing to say, but it could happen heartburn @@zimazoom back to you............. good luck to you kathy

Hello, I had the band for a little over a year and then had it removed in 2011. I am reasearching / considering the sleeve. I would like to know if anyone had a similar situation where they have a large gap in surgeries...? Were there any pros or cons to that? Also, did your insurance cover it as a revision? Welcome all feedback the good and the bad... Thanks Lisa

True or False: If a product says no added sugar, it’s sugar free. That statement is false. It just means the manufacturer didn’t add sugar to a product that may contain naturally occurring sugar from milk (lactose) or fruit (fructose). Foods with natural sugars also provide other nutrients like vitamins, minerals, fiber and anti-oxidants that are healthy for us. A revision to the Nutrition Facts Panel may include added sugars, which will be a better way to determine what foods to minimize. This change won’t be for another year or so. For bariatric patients, eating too much sugar after surgery can lead to dumping. Sugar is considered “empty calories” because all you get is calories without the vitamins, minerals, antioxidants or fiber that are good for your health. Other problems from sugar include increased triglycerides, decreased HDL (healthy) cholesterol, increased respiration rate, fatty liver, increased blood sugars, cavities and weight gain. Research is beginning to link too much added sugar with heart disease, inflammation, gout and premature wrinkles. Recent research points to people consuming too many added sugars dying from heart disease at twice the rate as for people with low sugar intake, even if the diet is otherwise healthy. Obvious sources of sugar are the sweets: cookies, cakes, candy, ice cream, desserts and sugar sweetened pop. Sugar sweetened beverages like regular pop, sports drinks and energy drinks account for about a third of the added sugars we consume. Added sugars can also creep into your diet through condiments like catsup and barbeque sauce, salad dressings, canned tomato products, coffee drinks, pastries, smoothies, crackers and ready to eat cereals. When reading the ingredients label, look for words like anything that ends in “–ose” (sucrose, fructose, maltose, dextrose, xylose etc..), syrup, juice, agave, honey, molasses, caramel, corn sweetener, high fructose corn syrup, evaporated cane guide, cane sugar, brown sugar, barley malt, and beet sugar. You now have information about how to read the label to see if what you are eating or drinking has added sugars. Next week, you’ll find out how to compare products to determine how much added sugar is in something you are eating or drinking.

True or False: If a product says no added sugar, it’s sugar free. That statement is false. It just means the manufacturer didn’t add sugar to a product that may contain naturally occurring sugar from milk (lactose) or fruit (fructose). Foods with natural sugars also provide other nutrients like vitamins, minerals, fiber and anti-oxidants that are healthy for us. A revision to the Nutrition Facts Panel may include added sugars, which will be a better way to determine what foods to minimize. This change won’t be for another year or so. True or False: If a product says no added sugar, it’s sugar free. That statement is false. It just means the manufacturer didn’t add sugar to a product that may contain naturally occurring sugar from milk (lactose) or fruit (fructose). Foods with natural sugars also provide other nutrients like vitamins, minerals, fiber and anti-oxidants that are healthy for us. A revision to the Nutrition Facts Panel may include added sugars, which will be a better way to determine what foods to minimize. This change won’t be for another year or so. For bariatric patients, eating too much sugar after surgery can lead to dumping. Sugar is considered “empty calories” because all you get is calories without the vitamins, minerals, antioxidants or fiber that are good for your health. Other problems from sugar include increased triglycerides, decreased HDL (healthy) cholesterol, increased respiration rate, fatty liver, increased blood sugars, cavities and weight gain. Research is beginning to link too much added sugar with heart disease, inflammation, gout and premature wrinkles. Recent research points to people consuming too many added sugars dying from heart disease at twice the rate as for people with low sugar intake, even if the diet is otherwise healthy. Obvious sources of sugar are the sweets: cookies, cakes, candy, ice cream, desserts and sugar sweetened pop. Sugar sweetened beverages like regular pop, sports drinks and energy drinks account for about a third of the added sugars we consume. Added sugars can also creep into your diet through condiments like catsup and barbeque sauce, salad dressings, canned tomato products, coffee drinks, pastries, smoothies, crackers and ready to eat cereals. When reading the ingredients label, look for words like anything that ends in “–ose” (sucrose, fructose, maltose, dextrose, xylose etc..), syrup, juice, agave, honey, molasses, caramel, corn sweetener, high fructose corn syrup, evaporated cane guide, cane sugar, brown sugar, barley malt, and beet sugar. You now have information about how to read the label to see if what you are eating or drinking has added sugars. Next week, you’ll find out how to compare products to determine how much added sugar is in something you are eating or drinking.

@mickally I'm also looking into revision from the sleeve. I had mind done in March 2012. My weight was 267 surgery date and lost 65 lbs. in the fist 8 months. But never lost anymore. I have been depressed thinking I failed. I work out 3 to 4 time a week and watch my diet. But somehow weight is creeping back. I've regained around 20 lbs. I'm looking into the DS or RNY as revision. But can't find anyone who has had revision to talk to me about it. Is it a dirty little secret? Where are you looking at having surgery? I'm looking at Mexico as an option because of the lower cost. I hope you are able to lots of info about your revision questions. Good luck!

@@mickally, I do not have experience with the sleeve however before my RNY gastric bypass in September I had uncontrollable acid reflux. I spent most nights rocking back and forth from the pain. And I can tolerate a lot of pain! I have not had any reflux or even heartburn since my RNY and I am not on any medication for reflux since I was post op 30 days. If your doctor is recommending a revision I would not be afraid to do so. I saw several doctors prior to my decision to have the RNY, I was originally set to have a sleeve and changed my mind when I found out the bypass could possibly cure my reflux. I will also tell you though that moving to the bypass is much more restrictive, so good eating habits are a must along with excercise and vitamins. Good luck and keep us posted on your progress.

Hi everyone. I haven't been on in awhile due to the fact that I have completely derailed. I had the sleeve in October 2013 and lost 65 lbs. I have been suffering with acid reflux. I am on 80mg of medication a day and still cannot keep it under control. My doctor has recommended that I have a revision to bypass. He says that people who have the RNY are less likely to have heartburn then those who have the sleeve. I was wondering if anyone else has had this problem or anyone who has had this revision. My sleeve is also quite large so I can eat a lot more then I thought I would be able to. I find this frustrating because it's not an issue of stretching rather it was made larger which means I'm hungry all the time and I have put back on 20 lbs over the past few months. I really need support because I feel like I have failed.

I was band to sleeve revision 12/29. I've had very little pain so far. Today the site where my lapband port was removed is a little sore but I'm chalking that up to just being up a little more than the past few days. Actually, this surgery was way easier that I'd expected. i was very scared and almost chickened out. My lap band surgery was very painful because I had a huge hiatal hernia the surgeon wasn't expecting. Good luck with your decision.

I think that the band slip rate is much higher than the doctors tell you. I have connected with many bandsters via YouTube and FaceBook, and way too many of us have had lap band slips and needed revision surgery. I had a slip that required revision surgery, and I am pretty good at following the rules. However, I kept my band after the slip (and simply had it repositioned) because I love my lap band. The one thing that has helped tremendously is having a doctor that does fills under fluroscopy - that way you have a better chance of not being too tight (band filled too much), which can lead to a slip. My doctor got a fluro machine after my first slip, and I no longer get fills without fluro. Good luck!

Weight loss surgery was one of my best decisions. However, it is important to make sure that you choose the best surgery for your specific situation. I chose the band because I knew that the band would make it difficult to eat bread, Pasta, and rice (my weaknesses). However, I am two years out and my band still requires almost monthly maintenance via doctor visits for fills. I had a slip after 15 months, and it later required revision surgery to reposition the band. Despite the maintenace and slip, I still love my lap band and chose to keep it. I have lost over 80 pounds (93 pounds down at my lowest), and I know that the lap band was the right decision for me. However, I know lots of people who have had their band slip, and they have chosen to revise to the sleeve. It seems like sleeved people lose weight quickly, but I am personally fearful of having staples inside me. Good luck with your decision.

I would definitely be interested. I had the lapband back in 2003. I have had other surgeries due to slippage and to put in a new band. I just got it taken out on the 19th of December due to dilated esophagus in which they expected to get better when they took the saline back in February. I got the lapband done in Colorado where they have since closed the clinic. Which I don't understand since they had at least 900 patients. I was 281 down to 140 and now back to 220. My insurance denied a revision to the sleeve. I will be working with primary and surgeon who took it out to hopefully get a sleeve. Kinda stupid that got denies since I am headed to the same place I was before. I have invested so much time and money in the lapband. I live in New Mexico and the many trips to Colorado due to problems and other surgeries such as tummy tuck and arms done due to that insurance doesn't cover. I have paid out AT LEAST $40,000. out of pocket for me. I AM DEFINITELY INTERESTED. And still wondering about the Doctors where the clinic closed.

I'm looking into having a revision to the duodenal switch. With this surgery being a self pay I'm looking into going to Mexico. 4 years ago I had the gastric sleeve and did well the first 10 months. But only lost 65 lbs. I was working my program like a pro... I'm still working out and watching what I eat but have started regaining weight.(25 lbs. in the last 18 months) I would like to hear from others that have had revision or are going straight to the duodenal switch. Tell me about your experience in Mexico and your surgery... I know lost of questions but I figure that's what this forum is for... INFORMATION. Thank you!

Well, you have done great with the band - much better than I did. I had great success with the sleeve, but I know lower BMI revisions don't tend to lose as well.

Everyone posted a lot of good info. Like you, I at first was going to get the LapBand. After researching it, I basically learned that: While the initial complication rates for the band were lower, the long term complication rate was much higher I figured that I would rather have a surgery and "get it over with" in the first couple months of healing than deal with a lifetime of getting stuck with a needle in my stomach. (this costs money too) The difference in complication rates, even initially, between the sleeve and the band were really almost nothing. I think the band has an initial complication rate of 0.05% and the sleeve of 1%. It's still very, very small. The bariatric surgeons I've talked with have all preferred the sleeve for me over the band. Plus, if the band fails, it gets revised to the sleeve. I just thought--why not get it right the first time? I don't want two surgeries.

Some people do seem to have success w/the band, but during my research, I've found that the problems and revision rates (changes to either sleeve or bypass) seem to be pretty high. Here's some great info I found that might help you decide: http://www.bariatric-surgery-source.com/lap-band-vs-gastric-bypass.html - this is about band and bypass, but there might be sleeve info there as well -- Best of luck w/your decision!

Hi I am in hospital ...I was revised from a wrap to a sleeve 2/1/15... Was 174 (5ft)would like to be 160 by weigh in x

I had a band to sleeve revision in April and I had no real pain. I had nausea from the anesthesia (I always do). But no real pain.

I have recently had a revision to Rny and when I eat I feel cramps and i'm uncomfortablein the lower abdominal region. anyone else experienced this? Is there something I can take or do to relieve this discomfort. It goes away after about half an hour or so any input is appreciated thank you. My surgery was October 7, 2014.

I had lap band surgery 3/2/10 and did well with it. Lost about 80 pounds and from that point on was unable to get additional fills because of acid reflux. I had RNY on 11/11/14 and I am really happy with it so far. No problem with the surgery and the recovery, was a bit longer than the lap band, but then I am four years older. I agree with you, I am getting to old and need to lose the remaining weight and keep it off. Having had the lap band, we know most of the diet rules except now we have to watch our sugar intake. If feel that made the RNY surgery a bit easier, I already knew the ropes so to speak. Best of luck with your revision!

I had my band in 2011 and I did well until about March 2013. Eventually in October we found out that my port was no longer connected to my lap band and needed to have revision surgery. I had the revision surgery, but got pregnant soon after so I never got it filled. After my pregnancy I finally got a fill. When I went back a month later, she had trouble giving me a fill and said I needed to have more surgery. I do not feel much restriction and I am wondering why there is a problem with getting a fill? Anyone else with this problem?

Hi there! I had my band done in February 2006. Lost 110 pounds and did great for over three years and let bad habits creep back in. I started having a lot of reflux the last year or two and felt I needed to have the band removed. I had my band done in Monterrey Mexico and I had the revision done through the same company Ready4Achange this time in Tijuana in October 2014 with Dr. Garcia. I flew into San Diego and they picked me up at the airport and we drove across the border. I stayed at the Marriot the first night, had surgery the next day and stayed two nights then went back to the Marriot for two days and flew home. It all went very well, great service and really nice people to deal with. Felt safe and well taken care of. The price for a revision to a sleeve was $5200. My insurance doesn't cover weight loss surgery so this was a good option for me. Did well at the hospital and at home not much pain at all. I have lost about 30 pounds even over the holidays and am looking forward to exercising and getting this weight off for good. Good luck on your journey!