Lap band removal and mortified.

[lillyD 7]

I believe that dr wants to get paid its all about tha $$$$$

If he does a revision all in one he won't make as much if he did 2 surgeries and make you wait. Pfffft

[crustymouse23 4]

I believe that dr wants to get paid its all about tha $$$$$

If he does a revision all in one he won't make as much if he did 2 surgeries and make you wait. Pfffft

Thank you Lilly

I'm actually going through kaiser. I have read that most dilated esophagus need to heal before any revisions. I WILL look into the hormone balance for sure though! Makes a lot of sense

[VDLT 244]

I had my revision last month after 14 years with the band. My esophagous was dilated as well and I think that is fairly common due to the pressure the band places. I had an unfill two years before my revision due to other issues and regained a lot of weight but my band removal and sleeve were performed in one procedure. Some here have had a two step procedure though. I would encourage you to read those posts and then contact your insurance and search out other surgeons in your area and get another opinion.

[crustymouse23 4]

I had my revision last month after 14 years with the band. My esophagous was dilated as well and I think that is fairly common due to the pressure the band places. I had an unfill two years before my revision due to other issues and regained a lot of weight but my band removal and sleeve were performed in one procedure. Some here have had a two step procedure though. I would encourage you to read those posts and then contact your insurance and search out other surgeons in your area and get another opinion.

Thank you for your response. I am actually going through kaiser. So they're sending me to apparently one of the best surgeons. Last time I had a fill was 3.5 years ago.