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I want my band removed after 10 years.

Every bariactric doctor I have a consulted with, wants to do a revision. Idon't want one.

I am fine with my weight the way it is now.

Now , also , I have having pain in my stomach over the last 4 weeks and it is very common for me to have gastritis and esophogits once or twice a year.

But this time it is accompanied by pain in one spot, which is different from the past episodes and I am on 4 previcids a day, which is the maximum and generic mylanta.

The last bariactric surgeon I consulted with, says if , after endoscopy, with my gastroenterologist, I have erosion, he will do an "open" revision, which I do not want.

I do understand if there is alot of damage, from a possible erosion, that repair work does need to be done.

However, I do not want a revision.

My problem, all the bariactric surgeons, I have consulted with this year, just want to do this.

I don't feel I can trust any of them that I have consulted with ..as far as band removal.

I am on Medicare with a vey good supplemental insurance,however that limits me to choices,  as I am 67.

Also I am in So California.

Help, I need adivise.

Sally

 Almost at goal..after struggling for a very long time.
I have lots of hanging , wrinkly skin...mostly because I am 63 .
It has been a tough journey, but worth it...

Haven't been on the boards for a long time.
It has been a long journey and I am so greatful that I did get my lap band.
I am getting ready for plastics.
I want a LBL, arms, neck, a sagging eyebrow...
I am 63 on Feb. 14th..and sagging.
I am very excited about the next step.

My children and grandchildren's current ages:

Children:

Julie..42
Jennifer....38
Justin...34
Joshua...32
James...29
Jared....27
Jessica...22
Joanna....21

Grandchildren:

Mattew....21 ( 4 weeks younger than my youngest child).
Morgan...17
Taylor.....17
Brooke....16
Lauren....15
Logan...3
Rylan ....3
Alexander....2.5
Audrey....17 months.