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New to this site and disappointed
vincereautmori replied to Dana newman's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I hate to keep this thread going, you can definitely beat a subject to death, but there are a couple of observations that seemed to have gotten lost in the discussion. First, the title of this support group is to address people with complications, Dana was obviously frustrated with her condition and expressed it, we can either respond in a positive way or a negative way, that's the risk one takes when writing on open forums. So, people will no doubt be pationate on both sides of the argument. As to her assertion the lap band can cause serious complications, I think we're all aware that any WLS has a risk factor. But my question to Dana is, while you had the band, did it work for you? I doubt she would have kept it for 20 years if it was causing her problems, and the beauty of the band is that since it has caused problems, it can be removed. Can't say that about most other WLS, if complications arise. So Dana, did you have about 20 years of a healthy and active life? All that being said, my thanks to her for offering another way to look at the possibilities we could face and that we need to factor into our decision. -
Why people and studies are so negative about lapband
Skyvic replied to alicelopes's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I don't even look at stats, I follow the rules as much as possible so there are no complications. Understanding the band is not for everybody...however I know some who did not have success with bypass. So there are going to non-successes. I also think that support in after care is very crucial to success. -
Any Tijuana Weight Loss Surgery patients out there
CanucKnucklehead replied to Nikki2017's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I had my surgery on 3.13.2017 with Dr Illan at the Oasis of Hope hospital. I have absolutely no regrets, have had zero issues or complications, and would recommend him to anyone. The entire staff was phenomenal during my stay and the care I received was top-notch! -
Any Tijuana Weight Loss Surgery patients out there
SweetPeaGracie replied to Nikki2017's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I had my sleeve done 2.15.2017 in Mexico with Dr. Cabrera. I feel great and had NO complications. I have lost 21 lbs in 3 weeks. -
As others wrote, it does get better. I also had thoughts of, Did I make the right decision? However, even with complications, things did improve and the results so far are amazing. It got better with each diet phase as it felt like I was returning to normal more…yet without hunger pangs. It was 6 weeks before I ate around others outside of my household, so there is plenty of time for future events! I hear you about triggers. I mourned a lot of foods for weeks, and because I was too sick to cook at first, my family ordered takeout. Tough to watch! Now, for a BBQ, instead of a whole hot dog with bun, I took a small bite of hot dog and it fulfilled me. And like others suggested, always bring your own drink, and perhaps even a dish that is safe for you. GL and hang in there! 😀
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Unhappy Camper
SerendipityHappens replied to Abraham's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Oh Abraham, I'm so sorry you are going through this.. I've been extremely fortunate in my recovery, so I'm of no help.... except to direct you to the section of the forum that is specifically frequented by those who are enduring complications.. Just go to the main page and scroll down, there's a "complications" subforum. -
Thinking about giving up...
brittu replied to brittu's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks everyone, for your good input. I'm hoping the attorney will call me with news one way or the other and I can move ahead. I've left another message for them today. ouroborous, how did you reconcile the risk of complications? I wanted to have my surgery with Dr. Billing at the same clinic you went to but Amber (their insurance person) tells me that complications aren't covered. Even if I could get a reasonable price for the surgery, I just can't risk catastrophic costs if I had a leak or other serious complication. Britt -
I joined Weight Watchers on December 30, 2012 after being banded on October 25, 2010 mainly for the support system of people all in it for the same reason! I had lost 85 lbs put on about 20 lbs because I was letting life's complications get in my way and then feeling sorry for myself or resentful that this(weight) was yet another struggle I had. Weight Watchers may not be for you BUT do try to find something or someone to help you puzzle out your feelings, emotions & actions. Good luck!!!
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It's probably 75 % of the insurance negotiated amount, which varies by insurance company. (I'm assuming in network) my example is a guesstimate. For example, they might bill $50,000, but the insurance company's agreed amount might be $10000. You pay your deductible and the 25% of 10k, not 50k. The dr writes the rest off. To complicate things, the insurance company might offer a cash rate of $7000. There are plenty of stories on here of initial bills are 40 to to 50,000 but most of that gets written off. Sent from my XT1254 using BariatricPal mobile app
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Hi let me interduce myself
KatInFL replied to Carirod's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I'm sorry you had such a terrible time with your band! I have seen a ton of band to sleeve revisions on this forum. My coordinator said he sees a lot coming in to the practice. If I recall correctly, my surgeon told me he doesn't even place bands anymore. He feels like they have too many complications and that there are better options. I hope you'll be thrilled and complication free with your new sleeve! ~Kat -
Thanks to all those that replied. I just heard through another patient that my surgeon whom I have not met yet,uses a 39 bougie. I want the best results with the least complications. That seems rather large in todays VSG world. It appears bougie size is more important that percentage of stomach removed. I am that 5ft nothing lady. Can't wait to see if she offers me information on how she chose that size or if she offers me something differnt since I am no where near the same height as this patient. I'll let you know in August after I've met her.
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I was in the hospital three days, came home on the morning of the 4th. Although I didn't have a revision, I had a complicated hernia repair as well as the sleeve. I was tired but fine to fly on the 4th day. I had no nausea and little pain post-op. My suitcase had wheels and I did not pack too much so I could lift it into the overhead bin. From what I hear, Dr. Aceves is an experienced band to sleeve revision surgeon. I had my surgery three weeks after I decided it was what I wanted.
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Psychological Issues
Ms skinniness replied to Sansa's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
In a psych eval, they're looking for issues that can cause the person to fail. Some people get these WLS thinking that this is going to cure his/her eating problems forever where as we all know, it's just a tool to help us achieve a healthier life style. Some people, and a lot of us have done this, is to eat to self soothe. It's the same as self medicating with drugs. food helps us feel numb. The psych evaluation tells you where the person is and if he/she has the ability to process and/or learn new coping skills. Here is what I found on the web: WHY DO I NEED A PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION FOR WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY? There are actually two reasons for the evaluation. The first is that it is a requirement based on guidelines established by the National Institute of Health for all patients before bariatric surgery can be offered. The second reason is that surgeons as well as the insurance companies also require it to ensure your health and safety. Weight Loss Surgery is a life altering procedure. As with any major surgery, weight loss surgery can have complications including death, and in the case of the gastric bypass procedure, it is irreversible. For these reasons, the decision to go forward with surgery should not be taken lightly. An evaluation ensures that you are: 1. able to make such a decision 2. understand the consequences of your decision 3. have no underlying psychological conditions that would prohibit you from adhering to the life changes that are required following surgery. -
Here's a crazy question...
back2barb78 replied to SandeeD's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ok so I watched this video and read the notes- they still did abdominal incisions!!! I don't get how there could be a lesser chance of complications when you're involving another body system (the reproductive system) on a surgery like this. They're adding a risk of infection in that system as well! Crazy to say the least! {)i(} Sent from my iPhone using VST {)i(} -
If your trying to cheat aiready. Your notvready
tlah replied to tlah's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
And support means not just to say its ok cheat start again tomorrow. Pre op and po directions are there so we will nit have complications and succeed it does no help for people looking for info or support to read about cheating prior to surgery knowing full well that its dangerous. Support is helping each other make it not help them make excuses this is a lifestyle change period. You don't support people taking chances before they are healed or go under the knife now I am not being sarcastic I have right to how I understand it -
Return to work HAHA
Jewelsb1234 replied to fnika12's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I agree, do not compare yourself to others. I have always recovered fast in the past and did not have any complications. Everyone is different. -
Who experienced heartburn or GERD after gastric sleeve?
3catnight replied to 3catnight's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
My surgeon encouraged me to choose the sleeve over bypass because the previous hernia surgery is less likely to cause complications with the sleeve. And I'd like to eventually be able to take anti-inflammatory meds again. My mom had bypass 14 years ago and she can't take anything much for her arthritis because anti-inflammatory meds burn her stomach. I don't want to be in the same boat when I'm her age. -
I like Christin's response. My hubby actually told me that I'd lose weight if I'd "just eat less". I told him that he doesn't have a say. My other friends and family have been very supportive, but I do feel somewhat like I'm under a microscope. The ladies in my family are all "voluptuous". My Granny used to call us her "Mack Truck Girls", cause we're all big and loud. So, my cousins and aunts are watching my results to see if they want to do WLS too. A couple of people have told me the horror stories, and I've seen one with my own eyes. My best friend's sister in law had WLS several years ago and, since she's non compliant with diet and exercise, ends up in the hospital about every 3 months with malnutrition and dehyrdration. Of course, we've all seen the horror stories of people who didn't have WLS and died from complications of obesity. You just never hear of people telling those stories to us when we're gaining our weight. If I do get a negative response, I just reply with something along the lines of "It was surgery or die for me". That shuts most of them up, and those who persist are definitely not the people I want to depend on for support. They are NOT on my cheerleading squad like the people I find here always are!!
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Words of Encouragement
Forensikchic replied to Suzannesh's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I really enjoyed the analogy of the landing on the staircase. I am only in week 5 since surgery and have had a kidney stone setback. I am taking it in stride so far and not obsessing on the weight I have lost or not lost. I know I have to get healthy kidneys first (still have a stent) and then I can concentrate on that. Right now I have to concentrate on getting my fluids in for my kidneys sake. Thats whats important right now. I appreciate the words of encouragement. They mean alot to people like me, who have had complications and roadblocks early in this journey. Tammi -
I was scheduled for one night with my RNY. I had no surgery complications, but could not keep liquids down so spent an extra night. Felt great the following day! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Ask him about it. A good surgeon will welcome this kind of dialogue if not asked in a matter that seems to attack. You might simply say, "I always check my doctor's histories, and see that you have had 2 malpractice claims in the past 9 years. That doesn't seem excessive, given the patient population you work with--but I wonder: can you please tell me the kinds of problems these patients encountered, and what the outcome was?" It's also perfectly acceptable to ask about patient morbidity and mortality--the percentage of their patients that experience surgery-related complications and/or die within a period of time postop. All this said, it's REALLY rare for any surgeon, in this day and age, to have a record free of malpractice claims. Often, they are more related to a disparity between patient expectations and outcome. In the world of WLS, the potential for disappointment is high---we're all told about the potential for erosion, slippage, failure to lose weight, etc. We all sign the papers acknowledging we know this when we give our informed consent. But when you go to your post-surgical support group meetings, it will become painfully evident how many patients really DID go into the OR with very little understanding of what was going to happen, the risks, and what would be expected of them posto Surgery performed on morbidly obese patients carries fairly substantial risks. These surgeons willingly place themselves in the position of encountering complications and poor outcomes in order to help their MO patients. It's reasonable to expect that, during the course of a career, that one or two families will lose a loved one and file suit. Just ask your doctor. S/he'll tell you, in very general terms (can't be too specific due to HIPAA considerations) the source of the claims, as well as the disposition. The reports only give part of the story; give the doctor a chance to supply the other. THEN you can make a fully-informed decision.
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Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal - Basic and Standard (Texas)
band2RNY replied to band2RNY's topic in Insurance & Financing
I had some xrays done so maybe they can find something with those xrays that will be a complication. The doctor that did the xray said he saw a little bit of slippage. No erosion... i wake up with pains in my shoulder blades. I'm hoping to get the sleeve.... or RNY. Thanks for your help. I have found in the past that some bariatric doctors are not familiar with our insurance and require us to do stuff that in the past our insurance didn't require...... like diet for 6 months... a psych eval.... it seems as if they make everyone do that even tho the insurance didn't require it at the time. SO, I was thinking maybe this was the same type of situation. It makes sense tho since I have not really been under the care of a doctor in a year. -
Shopped Post Op Diet Plans
tarotcardreader replied to Officially Not Fatty Matty's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I wouldn’t take the advice of anyone here regarding altering post surgery rules because they are not doctors. Logically though if your surgeon gives all his patients the same eating plans it makes things more simple to analyze when complications do occur. After surgery there is inflammation not just from cutting but also anesthesia. There are many reasons you start on liquids almost everywhere that I have read. Do not trust forum posters guesses with your life. Ask your doctor why they do it the way they do it -
Self Pay Questions for First Consult
Inner Surfer Girl replied to BrightEyes529's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ask if your surgeon offers Blis insurance. My surgeon requires it for all self-pay patients. It's like an extended warranty for your surgery to cover complications that wouldn't be covered by your insurance. -
Pat, my port is a sternal port also. My doctor told me that research has shown there are less complications with the port placed there. I do sometimes feel it when I am laying (or is it lying, I can never remember) on my stomach, but not to the point that it is really uncomfortable. At least not yet. I totally understand about the butterflies. I think we all had them. Don't worry about blood clots. You should be up and walking at least a little very soon after surgery. Keep doing that and the blood clots won't form (unless you have a known clotting problem, in which case they will give you medicine to prevent the clots from forming. I'm pretty sure you will be successful, too. After all, we all were failures at dieting or we wouldn't have gotten the band. But look how many successes there are on this board! They're not really any more disciplined than you are. The band is helping them! As for the changes you will need to make, well, yes, there is some work and some uncomfortable change involved. But you already know that. We all get through it. I wish you a very safe surgery and a speedy recovery. Nancy
