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Thanks Erp

Thanks James. I really appreciate the comprehensive list and the support! This is interesting and sounds as though it may be an ulcer and not a hiatal hernia. They want to give me a possible revision to gastric bypass however I'm thinking that maybe I should wait it out to see if the carafate takes care of the ulcer. I read it can take 4-8 for Carafate to heal an ulcer, does that sound right? I hate to rush into surgery if I don't need it and don't want to get a bypass unless it's my only choice.

Hello Vets, I've been having increased burping and I'm almost 5Yrs post op. Its been fairly smooth sailing so far in terms of complications (only limited ones not worth mentioning). Now I'm burping uncontrollably. I do not have any any heartburn "typical" symptoms. I'm taking Pantoprazole along with just starting on Carafate. I did not have any GERD prior to surgery however Dr. Aceves told me that I had a hiatal hernia that he fixed during sleeve surgery even though I had no idea I had it. I'm told I may possibly need a revision sleeve to bypass which I do NOT want to do but the new surgeon doctor (I was operated on by Dr. Aceves so I can't see him about this unfortunately, may he RIP... ) told me I may have a "kink in my sleeve". Apparently sometimes they put a stitch or two in to keep the sleeve from floating around. My sleeve was not stitched into place to keep it from flopping around so I guess it may have a kink. I'm supposed to get an endoscopy scheduled in the next few weeks with a GI and the (new) surgeon doc wants to be present to see what she's working with. Has anyone ever had this happen this far after surgery? Confused and concerned...

I'm almost 5 yrs post op and having excessive burping that could be either an ulcer or a hernia, we're not sure. I'm about to start doing testing and currently starting on Carafate a couple days ago. Prior to now, I've had an incredibly easy complication free experience with easy weight loss and return to normal live. I'm happy with my choice to have this operation however if you continue to look on the site you will see folks with other complications late stage like addisons disease and thyroid issues so it isnt bullet proof :_ best of luck!

Has anyone had back pain post surgery? I am about 4.5 years post op and am having major back problems. Some of my do are wondering if it is due to scar tissue from my VSG. About 3 years ago, I had an L4/L5 microdiskectomy/Lamincectomy and I assumed it was unrelated to my VSG. I'm told the surgery was a success and cleaned up my herniated disk however I have had continued back pain, nerve problems (numbness/tingling/weakness in my right leg) that is progressively getting worse and so I continue to see new doctors but noone can clearly tell me what is going on and how to fix it. MRIs show the nerve channel is restricted however it's unclear how and why. Feel like I"ve been chasing this for 3 years and not sure where to turn. My thought was that they are totally unrelated however my PT specialist has been feeling around in my tummy and she's finding some tightness in there. Anyone have any thoughts about if this could be related to my VSG surgery?

Hi there Vets, I'm almost 4.5 years post op and loving my pouch. I am staying within 10 lbs of my goal and trying to stick to clean eating although find that I'm much more loose with the rules that I was once so committed to. Recently, I noticed that I burp alot more than i have in the past after i finish a meal and I burp for a longer amount of time. It used to be something I could "hide" but now it's more pronounced and I'm less in control of it. Should I be worried about this? has anyone else had this problem? Thanks in advance Vets!

Great to see everyone! I wish you a speedy recovery jane! I've been gaining and losing the same 10 lbs over and over again. I do feel like my cockiness has gotten me in trouble being too overconfident. Old habits are creeping back however I just can't do as much damage this time around and for that I am grateful. I don't feel that is a permanent situation though. Id love to hear what your favorite way to take off regain is?

Yes, I'm working out. Not as much as I'd like to but I'm working out (6-7 days/ week - pilates) and get in 10,000 steps (roughly 3-4 days/week) Definately, I am not at where I'd like to be at. I"ve had some major back issue impacting my legs and mobility so I'm not doing what I'd like to do but certainly working up to it debating if it even matters....

Yes, I'm sure it has to do with hormones too. I feel like a 200 lb person on the bottom again but I didn't feel this way in my body or two or three years ago so maybe it is the resettling of the fat past being at goal for 1 year...

Hi All, I'm almost 4 yrs post op and I swing within about 3-8 pounds above my goal for the last 3.5 years. In the last 6-12 months, I feel like my legs and back side have gained a tremendous amount of weight and are getting "bulky" again with fat and cellulite, however, my weight is consistent. I also simultaneously am (late 40s) having hormone issues while I flirt with menopause so lots of changes going on. New back, shoulder, neck and foot problems are kicking in too, so making exercise more challenging. Has anyone had this situation where their weight gets redistributed or they become "chunky" while the number on the scale is roughly the same? I'm trying to figure out if this is what happens after one has had the sleeve for a while and the body gets used this new weight or if this is a hormone thing or maybe all of the above. I've always been pear shaped but after sleeve most of my bottom heaviness evened out with the top cuz I was so thin but not so much anymore. Lisa

Cheri, Congrats on your loss, your "skinny' frame of mind and your new survival skills. I am going on 4 yrs post op with Dr. Aceves. I remember when I first met him before my surgery, he told me "you know, I can operate on your stomach but I can't operate on your mind". I have never forgotten that conversation and of course, now when I think about how lucky I was to be one of the his patients, I remember that. My life has been a roller coaster as well, losing my father, mother and brother over the last few years, moving long distance and starting a new life coupled with many other challenges, i have been confronted by the memory of Dr. Aceves like an angel speaking to me reminding me of what he operated on. The interesting thing is when I was going through my most recent "roller coaster ride of life" dealing with a challenging relationship, i was doing the 5:2 diet. It was interesting to see how on my fast days, my mind had so much more clarity and strength. I continue to learn and teach myself new ways to survive when life gets "rough". I too haven't had plastics (yet) although I lurk on RealSelf until I have money and time to do something with I have my procedure and my doctors all picked out in my head at least I thank god for my gift (both my sleeve and for Dr. Aceves' comment). Congrats to you and please keep us all updated on your status!

@@Cowgirl You should know that i am nearly 4 yrs post op and though you don't know me from adam, you have been a big influence on my decision to get the surgery, my progress and now my veteran success. I don't always thank you but want you to know that if it wasn't for you, i wouldn't be were I am at today. I'd be willing to bet you that there are about a 100,000 other "people like me" out there that you have impacted who may not have posted, or may not have had surgery or who have posted and have had surgery. You've impacted us all, please don't question your relevance. If your input was not relevant, I would not have had surgery, I would not have known what to do after the surgery and lastly I would not have maintained or had direction. i agree with you on some things and disagree on a few but mostly appreciate the input which forces me to think about myself and what is right for me. I appreciate you and you are totally relevant to my success and obviously there are many more like me!

I"m trying to figure out what people are doing to get rid of "regain". I've regained 10 pounds but it feels and looks like 20-30. I'm almost 4 yrs out and I feel like over the last year I've "gained" it all back in the sense that all the lumps bumps and disproportionate parts are here again. I'm considering Plastics but prefer to avoid that. Mostly, i want to feel in control again. I've done 5 Day pouch test and also 5:2 but haven't really found "my groove" to keep my weight under control. Dr. Aceves said it best when he told me that he could operate on my stomach but he couldn't operate on my head. Wow, was he right! Anyone else feel the same? Do you have any good resources out there that work?

There used to be a vet forum and I can't find it. Help! They were discussing maintenance and new ideas and support for those that are 2+ years out.

I have had a similar experience with where I carry my weight and I'm out over 3.5 years and honestly it is getting worse. I've only gained a couple pounds since hitting goal but they are all turning into lumpy cottage cheese and same "shaping" as before surgery just smaller. I'm very curious to see what you find out and I'll do the same as I start exploring. Good luck and congrats on your success!