I Had Revision From The Lap Band To Bypass

[jessicakolman 3]

So in 2009 I had lap band. Lost 25 pounds. November of 2011 I developed severe pain and other issues . Doctor removed the lap band stating that I developed a sudden allergy to the silicone. March 28th of this year I had gastric bypass. To date I have lost 80 pounds. Best decision I have ever made! I hated the band. Was either too tight or not tight enough. Not much weight loss either. My husband had the lap band in 2010. Due to not losing weight he got it removed and had the bypass 3 weeks ago. He's lost 30 pounds in the first two weeks. I'm so happy that I did this revision!!!

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

I'm sorry it didn't work for you or your husband. I hope you both find what you need.

I've been very successful with the band personally. I've lost 156 pounds in 9 months and couldn't be happier.

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

like missy, its helped me too. gave me my life back.

glad you are happy now

[Summerrain 520]

So in 2009 I had lap band. Lost 25 pounds. November of 2011 I developed severe pain and other issues . Doctor removed the lap band stating that I developed a sudden allergy to the silicone. March 28th of this year I had gastric bypass. To date I have lost 80 pounds. Best decision I have ever made! I hated the band. Was either too tight or not tight enough. Not much weight loss either. My husband had the lap band in 2010. Due to not losing weight he got it removed and had the bypass 3 weeks ago. He's lost 30 pounds in the first two weeks. I'm so happy that I did this revision!!!

Awesome losses for both of you!! Sorry the band didn't workout for you and had to have more surgery but sounds like your doing amazingly now!

[Sojourner 2,446]

The band is not for everyone...however many individuals are very successful with their weight loss journey...including me!

Good to read that you are happy with your choice.

[Miss_A 11]

Three former co-workers have had lapband surgery. Two have had great success with it. The other co-worker had complications. She didn't lose much weight, either. Her band slipped and she didn't even know it. That was enough for her. She went to another doctor and her insurance paid for bypass. She's exceeded her weight loss goal and is happier than ever.

Happy that both you and your husband are having better success with bypass.

[jessicakolman 3]

thanks guys.. i'm very proud of myself