Steph1236 0 Posted July 11, 2013 I have had my lap band in for 2 years. After a second slip, that has not fixed itself, I am considering a revision to the sleeve. In the two years I have had the band in, I have only lost 40 lbs. I deal with heartburn, chest tightness, and all the other symptoms others have mentioned. I've met with my doctor and he thinks that a revision is the best option. I was wondering if there was anyone out there who regrets changing to the sleeve? No matter what I do, I know I want/need the band out. I am just worried that because I didn't have much success with the band, that the sleeve wont work either. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
urmysunshinegal 28 Posted July 11, 2013 I wish I would have done it years ago!!! I love it!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PEvette 297 Posted July 11, 2013 the only regret I have is not doing it sooner.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ballermom 803 Posted July 11, 2013 No regrets. and I agree with others I wished I'd done this sooner. My family member is struggling with borderline high blood pressure but, mine has improved from 170/100 to 109/72 or lower since my sleeve and I love it. I only pray for my family member and I have inspired them to eat better and exercise. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
genepha 47 Posted July 11, 2013 I was banded in 2001 and revised to a banded plication in 2011. I wish I would've revised to a sleeve then. I had considered it but don't think I was quite ready. So like others - I wish I would've done it sooner. I'm about 2 1/2 weeks post op and feel great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
girliegirl 49 Posted July 11, 2013 i was banded back in 2006 and had a slip, the doctor removed that band and replaced it with another but warning me that usually 1 slip can mean that the next band would slip as well. about a year later that band slipped leaving me no choice but to have it removed. he offered me the sleeve back then which was 2009 but i said no way. i was at a decent weight having lost 70 lbs and just wanted the band out. the dr thought id be able to manage my weightless too. anyway, here i am today with all the weight back on and deciding if i should go ahead and get sleeved. ive been considering it for well over a year. im terrified because of my past experiences, im afraid something down the road will go wrong with the sleeve and its not fixable. i want it so bad though, i need that once of hope that the band gave me. i struggle with this every day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Renesse 1 Posted July 11, 2013 I had the band removed almost 3 weeks ago, and I went with the sleeve. In three years with the with the band I only lost 40lbs., and most of it was before the surgery. Today only two weeks post-op I have lost 32lbs. I know that I have a long way to go and can not wait to get off liquids, but so far it is worth it to me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fp9107 121 Posted July 11, 2013 It was one of the best things I have ever done and it has given my life back to me. I wish I had done it sooner. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sherrypep 91 Posted July 12, 2013 Don't regret it at all! Nine weeks out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
