I had RNY gastric bypass in 2002. I lost almost 100 lbs, but never reached my goal weight. Started having absorption issues almost immediately. My surgeon left town within 6 months of my surgery, without referring to another doctor. We did not have any other local bariatric surgeons. My PCP did his best, but was inexperienced with WLS patients. I was not absorbing Iron and having all sorts of problems from palpitations, dizziness, passing out, inability to swallow. I was hospitalized several times and given blood transfusions due to Iron deficiency Anemia. It was a nightmare. Long story short, I found a hematologist about 6 yrs post-op (during a hospitalization) and have had IV iron infusions a few times a year and it maintains my iron stores. But, the rest of the weight never came off. I had a child in 2010 and I have regained weight (not near my starting weight though). I have found a bariatric specialty clinic and have an appointment next week to discuss revisions. I am interested only in the lap band (band over bypass). If anyone has any experience with this, PLEASE comment. Thanks!
