shy1

Hi all, I've been on the gastric sleeve forum for a few months but now I am coming over here because today I had my EGD and my dr. Said that I may have GERD. He took a biopsy and I will have the results some time this week. If they come back positive I will likely need to change my procedure to the bypass because of the high risk of heartburn associated with the sleeve. I've never really considered the bypass before so now I am all types of nervous. My main fears are dumping syndrome and losing too much weight and looking sick. I have about 100lbs to lose. I've heard that bypass patients can lose a lot and and some times too much. Can anyone offer any insight into these two things? I would really appreciate if. Thanks in advance.

I had both done at the same time. It was fine. Your bowel movements change after having your gallbladder removed but my surgeon told me what to look out for. I'm so happy it's gone. It was giving me so much trouble pre-op. Good luck!

I am down 22 pounds and can already feel the difference. My face is thinner and my clothes fit better. I still struggle with low energy but it's getting better each day. I think about food here and there but not as much as I did the first few days after surgery. I was depressed thinking of all the things I could not have. I'm very happy now that I did this and can't wait to see the changes to come.

I had my surgery on the 19th as well. I also had my gallbladder removed at the same time and let me tell how freaking painful that was. I am weaning off of the pain meds because they stop me from sleeping well and I have very crazy and vivid dreams. I've been on Tylenol for the last day and a half and doing well. If you feel like your pain is not controlled then call your surgeon. You cannot heal properly if you are always in pain. The gas pain will get better with time. Just keep walking, walking, walking. I walked around Wegmans today and when I got home all types of gas came out. I had my first bow movement yesterday. It started with the urge that would go away and then turned into an actual movement. If you are not even feeling the urge you can take a stool softener or call your surgeon. Best of luck to you. We are surgery twins [emoji5]

Oh how I appreciate this post so much. I am 4 days out and laying in bed going through the same exact thing. I'm to the point now where I will only watch movies with no commercials because I cannot take the food commercials anymore. I told myself in due time I will be back to normal and enjoying life again. This is just a small time period in the grand scheme of things. We all did this so we can live a happy and healthier life. We got this!!! hahahaha best of luck to everyone!

I ended up back in the ER this morning due to a UTI from the Catheter they used during surgery. I'm prone to them anyway but this one was bad. I'm back home now to recover. Sheesh! That was a mess.

I am being discharged today and feeling good. Yesterday was really rough. I had my gallbladder removed at the same time and that caused a lot of pain in my back. I also vomited a few times from the pain meds. Once I got that under control and started walking I started feeling a million times better. Walking helps tremendously with the gas pain. Here is a tip- when you walk, hold a pillow over your stomach. It helps so much. I've had no issues with drinking water or Broth. I also had Jello today. I am hoping it only gets better from here. Good luck everyone!

I just got approved for surgery and got my date. I am so excited and relieved!! Any other April sleepers around this time?

My surgery is Wednesday and my doc said the same thing. Nothing by mouth day of surgery and then ice chips and water the next day. It depends on the doctor and their rules.

My surgery is on Wednesday and I could have written this post myself. I am having second thoughts but then I quickly go to what my life will be like if I didn't have the surgery. I would continue on with yo yo dieting, co-morbidities, and constantly being in pain. I think we are going into this with the right expectations... there will be pain, there may be gas, and we have to learn how to eat all over again and that is half the battle. Try not to let the horror stories scare you because it's all relative. Best of luck to you!

My surgery was pushed up to the 19th so I have two days to go. I go back and forth from excited to scared to death. But nothing scares me more than not having it and continuing to live overweight and in pain. So I'm hoping that logic will get me through. How are you doing on the pre op diet? I've followed it to the T.

Oh wow! I'm sorry to hear that. I was waiting to see how you were doing. I used to see you on the pre op board a lot. Hang in there. July will be here before you know it.

Hi all, My VSG surgery date is 4/20/17. Over the past few months, I've realized that I have an issue with being in control. I'm a married mother of 3 with a full time job that is very demanding so I have to be in control of my life or things will fall a part. I feel like this need to control every situation will affect me in a negative way with my surgery so I decided to start seeing a therapist. My first appt is this coming Saturday. This process has proven to be just as much mental as it is physical and I want to make sure I am addressing both pieces in order to be successful. Anyone else decide to go to therapy on their own? If so, is it helping? Shy

My husband is so supportive but you are right.. having someone outside of your normal life is so key.

Thank you for the support! Best of luck to you as well.

So happy you decided to see someone. It can only help with our success. Once the food is gone, we will have to start dealing with out ish. lol best of luck!

Thank you! I am hopeful it will help. [emoji5]

Agree with this 100% a lot of this is mental and we need support through it just like any other addict. I have my first appt next week.

Congrats! Prayers and well wishes for you as well.

[emoji23] you are hilarious!

I can tell my head is in the clouds because I did not make that connection on my own. LOL!! Go us!!

Ah! I have heard that bypass helps acid reflux. Best of luck to you! [emoji5]

I just found out about 2 hours ago and I've gone from excited to scared to anxious in that short amount of time. LOL! It does not seem real yet. I am planning to get organized this week. I have to make a shopping list, get things in order at work and home with my kids. I'm hoping the distraction will help with my nerves. Can I ask why you are going from the Sleeve to bypass? I considered both but my dr thought the Sleeve was good for me.

Hi everyone! I am feeling so frustrated right now. I got my EGD on 3/6.. I was told once I got the all clear from that test that my information would be submitted to insurance the following day. It has been over two weeks and they still have not submitted it. The first time I called the office I was told that the person who does it for my dr. is on vacation. Ok! I call back earlier this week and I am being told she is now out sick. Ok! I called yesterday and was told she is still out sick. So I wished her well and politely ask if there is anyone else who can submit my information as it has now been over two weeks. The women said "I'll look into that for you and call you back" of course she never called me back. I am so frustrated because this is already such an overwhelming process and to hit this kind of roadblock and not know what is going on is beyond upsetting. And to talk to someone who does not seem to care is even more upsetting. What would you guys do? Should I just sit tight and not say anything? Like am I being too pushy? Thanks for listening. Shy

Hi all, I've been on the gastric sleeve forum for a few months but now I am coming over here because today I had my EGD and my dr. Said that I may have GERD. He took a biopsy and I will have the results some time this week. If they come back positive I will likely need to change my procedure to the bypass because of the high risk of heartburn associated with the sleeve. I've never really considered the bypass before so now I am all types of nervous. My main fears are dumping syndrome and losing too much weight and looking sick. I have about 100lbs to lose. I've heard that bypass patients can lose a lot and and some times too much. Can anyone offer any insight into these two things? I would really appreciate if. Thanks in advance.