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3rd times a charm!
Christina.Rose replied to HollyHeight's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Not exactly the same, but I had the band 2009, had it removed....may it burn for all eternity....then got the sleeve 2017, lost 70lbs....not goal weight, but good....and now I am suffering from fiery dragon vomit 2 yrs out, for people who like medical terms, GERD. SOOOO painful and miserable. So now I am trying to get a sleeve revision. Too scary for me to get anything messing with my intestines. At a minimum, I need a hiatal hernia repair. Sent from my moto e5 supra using BariatricPal mobile app -
Third Revision...
Christina.Rose replied to Caela88's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had the band, with minimal results. Went to the sleeve, AWESOME RESULTS! But now 2 years out, I have unbearable acid reflux. Like burning vomit saliva misery. I just went in to see if I could get a revision to my sleeve. My endoscopy is in a week to see what is going on. I refuse to get a bypass. I like knowing a tiny little banana of stomach is still alive and well. Just saying, I am on round 3. Over a 10 year span. Good luck [emoji106] Sent from my moto e5 supra using BariatricPal mobile app -
6 days since surgery and my abs finally aren't hurting.
Losingit2018 replied to Slimming Down Steve's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Your incisions are looking good! Totally different places that mine though. Of course mine was a revision from sleeve. I have one directly inside my belly button and one on the right side of belly. The others are all below my belly button. mine was also done robotically. I see another little cutie back behind Bruno. Did he get to go for a walk too? actually the more I look I think your incisions are about the same as mine were for sleeve. -
Revision if you already have a gastric bypass?
S@ssen@ch replied to Polishanita1's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
My only experience is Lapband to Sleeve. However, I had a former co-worker who had RNY and stretched out her pouch. Gained all her weight back, plus some. She had her RNY pouch revised to make it smaller again. I lost track of her, so I honestly can't tell you whether or not she was successful. Also, in my line of work I see a lot of medical records. I read a case where a sleeved patient had a revised sleeve. -
Revision if you already have a gastric bypass?
JohnnyMadison replied to Polishanita1's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Your headline and first post are misleading. They imply / state you have GBP and are wondering if that can be revised. I would edit them to clarify you have band and want revision to GBP. That is very common here for the reasons you outlined later in the thread. But the title and first post seem to state you already have GBP so that's why the responses are confusing. -
Sleeve to bypass weight loss concern
JohnnyMadison replied to GotItDoneInHarlem's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Oh yeah, I had just progressed into Barrett's but they think it's early stage and reversible. So insurance approval was rapid. I was rejected for LINX because they don't approve it for that if you have Barrett's, they want something more permanent and less experimental. Revision to GBP is such a different experience. I get full on 2 TB of dense protein but something like soup or pureed ground turkey with taco seasoning I can already have like 6 ounces. It really just depends on what's going to camp out in the pouch and what's going to slide through, so it's a bit easier to "trick" than a sleeve that would get full with liquids or anything else. They really aren't prepared to deal with people under 30 BMI getting GBP so I went to all the classes (and got asked who I was there supporting). After VSG and abdominoplasty (excess skin), the scar tissue made my incision pain much higher (I also had a hernia repair and I'm guessing you will need that too). And since they don't alter or VSG except for making the pouch, you will be hungry. It gets better each day but revision is for sure harder, especially when, in my case, I was fine with my existing weight but was miserable with GERD (which I never had pre-sleeve) and it's like I just want the GERD fixed I don't want to go through a whole transformational process again. -
Sleeve to bypass weight loss concern
JohnnyMadison replied to GotItDoneInHarlem's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I was sleeved in 2012 and revised to GBP on 12/16/19 (3 weeks ago) at a 28 BMI. I was at close to my pre-sleeve goal weight but not my post-op maintenance weight, but still relatively fit. I have surprisingly lost 17# in 3 weeks which is a faster # and % of BMI than my sleeve -- and I was 320# then! So yeah you are going to lose weight. I don't know when it will stop since I'm 3 weeks out. I don't want to lose more than 10-15#, and I'd be fine stopping here since I'm almost under 25 BMI already. I get it, I hate how drawn I looked after rapid weight loss. I read somewhere on here that peanut butter was how one woman maintained post-op with a restricted capacity. I had a larger pouch and less bypassed than typical but that doesn't really help much the first few months when everything is inflammed. I am making a homemade egg drop soup most nights to get my calories over 1200 and it's good. -
When did you decide it was time for a revision?
JohnnyMadison replied to ryan_86's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
It's true that GBP (revision) patients maintain at least a 10% or more weight loss than sleeve, so theoretically revision is just giving yourself a better chance. I revised for acid reflux and "only" had regained ~ 25# of 130# lost and was still < 30 BMI at revision. But I will say that losing the 17# I have lost since 12/16, which is a higher rate as a % and # as compared to sleeve, has made me much happier. With that said, I'm only 3 weeks out so I'm actually scared I will lose more than I want and look like an old man again with that drawn face. And then I'm scared that I'm going to regain as well. I guess I'll never be happy. Listen, our stomachs/bodies often betray us and make us hungrier than we need to be. And the food supply is stacked against healthy eating. So if you can get a revision to keep more weight off then I would do it whenever you are ready. It's a tough, tough, battle out there. If you have acid reflux, however, I wouldn't hesitate to revise sooner than later. I developed Barrett's Esophagus which is miserable to get at 44 and I'm hoping will go away with some healing. -
When did you decide it was time for a revision?
ryan_86 posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had sleeve in September 2016. I’ve regained 50 of the 130 pounds I lost and don’t believe I can get back to where I was and stay there indefinitely. I think it’s too soon for me to be thinking about revision without spending at least six months making a hard effort to lose the weight. Frankly, I’m depressed as hell and can’t stop thinking about being fat. -
Oh, Just Another Plastics Story
summerset replied to GreenTealael's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
ROFL. I guess I will be a self-pay, too. I guess it's not "enough" loose skin for insurance to pay (ok, I won't exclude being lucky so lets wait and see, I'm financially prepared already for the worst case though). I'm looking into the Avelar technique and would have to go to Austria then but I essentially cancelled all the thoughts about plastics (well, almost all thoughts...) when surgeons recommended a revision and told me to expect another 10% weight loss. 6.something kg doesn't sound that much but at a height of 167 cm it means more than two BMI points. However, I can have a mommy makeover myself then when the time comes around. Surgeons in Germany usually don't do breasts and tummy in one sitting when insurance covers the procedures because of how hospital stays are paid. (Germany's health care system is sick in its own special way.) ETA: Yes, gotta see the bright site of being a self-pay. One can get what's medically safe and not what some insurance company thinks they're going to pay for. -
Oh, Just Another Plastics Story
summerset replied to GreenTealael's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
I have to do my anastomosis revision and hiatoplastic/gastropexia first I guess. 😔 Surgeon said that patients can have an additional 10% weight loss after this. So I definitely don't want to rush the plastics stuff. -
❤My Revision Story❤
GreenTealael replied to GreenTealael's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I can eat around the same amount as VSG. You may or may not feel additional restriction because of the revision. (The pyloric valve will no longer be there so measuring and eating by recommended amounts may be needed. This is why some people, not everyone, feel like they can eat more after revision) The process is slow going trying new foods after conversion but my eating is now nearly the same as with VSG I dumped with VSG so I had to learn to be careful way back then I'm just even more careful now. If it even looks too sweet/rich i completely avoid it. Hope that helps 💚 -
❤My Revision Story❤
Tracyringo replied to GreenTealael's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
How much can you eat? Can you eat all foods you ate before the revision ? -
1.5 years out & still throwing up?
SparklyInNOut replied to SparklyInNOut's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
It is nice to know I’m not alone, but I hate that it’s happening to you. They’re revising me to bypass, which I didn’t want, but it’s the best option for me. -
Pre-surgery, sex, IUD, & pill? Help!
SparklyInNOut posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Sigh. Never thought I’d post something like this online, but I’m freaking out a bit & need advice! Also this could very much be TMI for many, so if it is, I apologize. I had major complications after my sleeve (4/2018). My new surgeon figured it all out, and I’m being revised to a bypass January 13th. I’m currently on my presurg liquid diet. I have a new boyfriend, and we slept together for the first time tonight. (Yay!) I have the Mirena IUD. It’s >99% effective for preventing pregnancy. This is why I have it. We used a condom the first go, but the 2nd & 3rd tonight... well, we didn’t. I know they’ll do a pregnancy test at the hospital before surgery, and they will cancel it if I test positive. So here’s my question - for that less than 1% chance, should I take Plan B just to be safe for surgery? I hate worrying over this. This is why I got to IUD... to not worry! But now I’m paranoid that this could mess up my revision. (Please don’t lecture me. I’m freaked out enough. Just need some honest advice. Thanks! 💜) -
NKCH/ Dr. Berghoff
bikerchick519 replied to Barbara Jean's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I just went to him to get my acid reflux fixed, he does the LINX and also weight loss surgery. He recommended a revision to full bypass for me but my insurance just denied me. He seems really nice and knowledgeable so I'm sure you'll be fine. -
❤My Revision Story❤
GreenTealael replied to GreenTealael's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Quick update : I am still doing well, very uneventful revision story now so not much to add. Weight fluctuates down then back up to baseline depending on my eating style. But no complaints at all Hope that helps ❤ -
❤My Revision Story❤
WOLVESFAN1 replied to GreenTealael's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
My revision was on 12/17/19. I am doing awesome! I'm in the pureed stage, but I have not thrown up since the day before surgery. I had Gerd and throwing up so bad that I was aspirating food. I was malnourished and my voice stayed hoarse all the time. I'm definitely keeping what I eat down and my voice is even improving. I've been very pleased thus far. Hoping to start soft foods next week. The revision was the best thing that has happened to me in a long time! -
I’m preparing for revision surgery and I’m wondering what excuse people have used. I want to say I’m having surgery so people understand that I’m incapacitated for a couple weeks just don’t want everyone to know it’s Bariatric surgery. I have enough of a messed up head about my weight that I don’t need the judgement. Also I work w my mom and I woukd tell her but after my last surgery I asked her not to tell anyone and she told her friends so her priveledges have been revoked! I have sinus issues I thought about using that and I also have been having some female issues so I thought about that. Last time I told like 3 different stories and I’m sure most people figured it out. TIA for your advise and non judgement :)
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I’m preparing for revision all surgery in the next couple months. I’m concerned about how much I can lose. I originally lost 112 with the sleeve and have gained back about 55-60 (I’m afraid to look). I have heard things like the sleeve portion of the surgery (which I have already had) helps you lose the weight and the rest of the surgery (malabsorption part) helps you keep it off. Wanted to see if there were any people here that have done this revision that can give me the skinny on how much I will lose. ANY advise on what I’m getting myself into is appreciated. All my research points to go but real life experience is always appreciated!
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Sleeved 2016 now have Hiatal herniaDr recommends RYN? Recovery?
carlacv replied to carlacv's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Sorry to hear that bikerchick519 I’m awaiting surgery my insurance covers the revision -
How long did it take for your insurance to approve ?
bikerchick519 replied to Empress jade's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
It took bcbs of ks 2 weeks to deny me for a revision and my revision is for acid reflux. -
Sleeved 2016 now have Hiatal herniaDr recommends RYN? Recovery?
bikerchick519 replied to carlacv's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I just found out today I was denied for a revision because even though it's for GERD my insurance says the GERD is a complication from weight loss surgery and therefore they won't pay. I hate insurance! -
Sleeve to bypass weight loss concern
Losingit2018 replied to GotItDoneInHarlem's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
That’s not true at all. I did choose to revise to bypass partly because I had not lost enough weight with sleeve. However, I was excellent candidate for linx procedure. I opted to do it then changed my mind a few days later. My original surgery was sleeve. oops I now see that you were speaking of lnf and not linx. Sorry -
January 2020 Surgery Date
elsie77 replied to Krimsonbutterflies's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi everyone, I’ve been lurking for a while, this is my first post. I’m from Ireland but will be traveling to Brussels for a revision from Band to mini gastric bypass on 14th Jan. I’m a few days into my pre-op diet which is just a low fat / no alcohol diet for 2 weeks. Good luck to everyone changing their life in January x
