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I had a complete unfill, awaiting an upper GI (EGD) and still having problems with food.
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esophageal dilation - FREAKING OUT!!!!
ShelleyB replied to Christalov's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hang in there! I can relate. I just had an upper GI today and found that I have a dilated esophagus too. Mine is quite severe. The only choice is removal of the band. I am scared too about gaining back the weight, but my overall health is more important. I considered revision to the sleeve, but decided against it. My prayers are with you. -
I had a complete unfill, awaiting an upper GI (EGD) and still having problems with food.
ShelleyB replied to ShelleyB's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Update: I had an EGD (scope) today that revealed multiple problems with the esophagus and stomach. The band is going to have to be removed. I have esophagitis, gastropathy, tortuous esophagus (which means that it is twisted and causing painful swallowing) and lastly and more importantly, a mushroom type deformity in the stomach proximal to the band. Which I believe is also called dilation or slippage. At any rate, I decided against revision to a sleeve. With all of these gastro/esophagus problems, I think it's best to just go without. Now the waiting. I'm waiting to see if my insurance covers the removal. Prayers appreciated. -
After nearly 3 weeks of aggravation, I finally got my EGD (scope) today. It revealed that I have esophagus dilation and "mushrooming" of the stomach. So the band has to come out. Now I'm awaiting insurance approval for removal.
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Laurajean030 reacted to a post in a topic:
I had a complete unfill, awaiting an upper GI (EGD) and still having problems with food.
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I had a complete unfill, awaiting an upper GI (EGD) and still having problems with food.
ShelleyB replied to ShelleyB's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I went to the health food store and found several high protein shake mixes that are also lactose free (another issue I have). So far, so good. But the extreme gas and bloating from the shakes is wearing me out. Ugh! -
ShelleyB reacted to a post in a topic:
I had a complete unfill, awaiting an upper GI (EGD) and still having problems with food.
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I had a complete unfill, awaiting an upper GI (EGD) and still having problems with food.
ShelleyB replied to ShelleyB's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I sure hope it does resolve the prolapse. Another surgery won't be fun. I am trying hard to stay on liquids or at least mushy food when I can't stand it. I'm hoping that will give it a rest and a chance to go back in place, if indeed that is what is wrong. The waiting is the hardest part. Wish the you the best of luck! -
ShelleyB reacted to a post in a topic:
I had a complete unfill, awaiting an upper GI (EGD) and still having problems with food.
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I had a complete unfill, awaiting an upper GI (EGD) and still having problems with food.
ShelleyB replied to ShelleyB's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I was thinking the same thing about going sooner. It's now only a week away. I've been on mostly liquids for the past 5 days. When I have had a few bites of food, it almost feels like it's getting stuck in my throat and I have a hard time swallowing. It's not so much around the band area like it used to be where I would feel restriction. This week can't go get over quick enough. I'm ready to get this resolved, as I have a cruise scheduled for Sept. 15 and I would like to be able to at least eat real food! -
ShelleyB reacted to a post in a topic:
I had a complete unfill, awaiting an upper GI (EGD) and still having problems with food.
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I had a complete unfill, awaiting an upper GI (EGD) and still having problems with food.
ShelleyB posted a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I've had my band since February 2009. I lost a total of 40 lbs. I was at a comfortable adjustment and started having complications last summer. I had a small unfill and felt better. Things were good until a few months ago when I started having increased episodes of food getting stuck. I was eating slowly, chewing well, etc. I went last month and had another unfill. I had 2 cc left in a 10 cc band. Still, I had increased problems with food and getting stuck. I was always having a lot of belching and increased acid reflux. I went 1 week ago and had a complete unfill...nothing in there. And STILL....the food problems are happening. I haven't changed my eating habits. I am not trying to eat things that I know the lapband doesn't like (breads, pasta, etc.). I am scheduled to have an upper GI (EGD) done August 21st. The doctor suspects that I have "mushroomed" or dilation. My doctor is on vacation right now and that's why I have to wait until Aug. 21st. I am so frustrated right now. I am considering going on all liquids for a while to see if that helps. My doctor did not suggest it, I was just thinking it couldn't hurt. I have read that some people have had luck with that and it lets the stomach/pouch go back in place. Any advice? -
I haven't checked in a while. Things are not going so well. Over the past 2 years, I have put back on 15 lbs. I've been struggling with foods being stuck frequently. I recently had all of the fluid removed from the band and I am scheduled for an EGD (upper GI) to see what's going on. I'm very frustrated right now and don't know what's going to happen. I am hopeful that the unfill will relax the pouch which we think is dilated. Any suggestions?
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It's been 2 years since my lapband surgery. I lost 40 lbs. and have now been maintaining, but no further weight loss. Trying to get motivated to lose 30 more lbs.!
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PLATEAU!!! How many of hit a plateau at approximately 1 year out?
ShelleyB replied to ShelleyB's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Amy - Wow, your success is really awesome!! You go girl! :waytogo: I have considered having another fill, as I am not 100% sure that I have found my sweet spot. I have a 10 cc band and I am at about 5 cc fill, so it seems I have room for more. However, I probably PB about twice a week and my doctor says that is usually an indicator that I am at a good spot, anymore and I will have too much PB'ing. I definitely don't want to be too tight, but not really sure I am at the "sweet spot". I find that I can eat most anything, if I eat it super slow. Breads are so much work though, that I usually just skip them. I say that my band has a personality disorder...every day it's a different personality! Some days I can eat fairly normal, then the next day I will barely be able to eat at all. I just have to wait and see what the day holds. I am still very happy with band and feel blessed to have lost 40 lbs so far. The next 30 lbs. will be much harder! -
PLATEAU!!! How many of hit a plateau at approximately 1 year out?
ShelleyB posted a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Just wondering how many of you have experienced a weight loss plateau at approximately 1 year post op lapband? I am nearly 1 1/2 years post op and have lost 40 lbs, which is over half way to goal. I did really well for the first year and then, BAM! Nothing! For almost 5 months now...nothing. I recently started a power walking program using arm weights and the weight is starting to come off again. Thank goodness!! I have not been counting calories, just simply eating what the band would allow me to do and having moderate exercise prior to the power walking. I do plan to keep a journey/food diary and see what I can learn it. Just wanted to know if this is a common problem and if any of you have suggestions. Thanks!!! -
Has anybody used Dr. Frank Veninga of Carrollton Texas?
ShelleyB replied to ShelleyB's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
I think you will like Dr. Veninga. He is an excellent surgeon. I am almost 1 1/2 years out from my lapband surgery. His office is very friendly. He is a bit quirky, but overall very good. I wish you the best of luck with your sleeve! -
Looking good girl!!!! How are things going for you?
Things are going pretty here. 40 lbs. lost so far. Hit a plateau for many months, but got the ball rolling with a new exericse program of power walking and weights! Can't wait to hit the 50 lb mark!
