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Intro time: who's new to the group, who's pre-op, & who just recently made it to the loser's bench?
Lyne13 replied to xoxococojay's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm new on here. I was banded in May 2017. Fast forward till now, my band is almost full and I have had no weight loss )other than 17 pounds I lost pre op) and feel no restriction. I switched to a new doctor in Dayton, Ohio last week. He thinks my band is out of place. After discussing my case with him, we decided to schedule surgery to remove my gallbladder and my lapband. I should get that date sometime this week. Then I am going to start the process to get a revision to bypass. The lady I spoke to in the office said I will have to do the 6 month diet again. I am really hoping this is not the case since I just did the diet and all the pre-op test last year. Sent from my Pixel XL using BariatricPal mobile app -
I revised diagnoses from my doctor two months ago and the first thing I did is research on hypothyroidism metabolic syndrome the second thing I did was research was VSG. Yup the VSG won! I've lost 100 plus lbs twice in my life and it's ALWAYS been a daily battle and now my thyroid. I'm so done! Glad to here weight loss is very possible.
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Hello, I'm sorry to hear about the complications you've had following your bypass surgery. Now my curiosity is up concerning the hot flashes after surgery. I am getting hot flashes like crazy, but mostly at night when I'm sleeping. They are so annoying and uncomfortable. I am hot, so I kick the covers off, then I get cold... and it can just continue like that for hours, which is really tough because I'm losing sleep. Makes me feel like poop the next day. Anyway, I had my bypass revision around May 1st of this year. I guess the hot flashes started about 2 months ago. I am starting to wonder if I am perimenopausal, although I don't have any of the usual "symptoms" other than the hot flashes. I am 47 and had a hysterectomy 8 years ago, but my surgeon left my ovaries. Not much help to ya, but wanted to jump in on this topic since I'm experiencing something similar. I might dig around and find some of the posts/conversation on this topic. Wish you the best, get well soon and congratulations on your bypass surgery.
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Dr. Francisco Gonzalez and/or Oasis of Hope - Any Feedback?
aonthehill replied to NovemberSleever's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Did you have your surgery on 3/27?? I'm scheduled for 6/20... I'm having a revision from the sleeve to the DS... how did things go for you? -
How are the banded Notorious Novembers???
ddgalarza replied to mljalways's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
HEY LADIES!!!! I'm still here. Personally things have been rough, but somehow I make we make it through...one day at a time. My band has probably been my saving grace (weight wise) I am quite sure with out, emotionally eating would have taken control and I would be in a heap of a mess. but as it stands I am doing ok. Still looking for the sweet spot since my revision surgery, the good thing is that since the revision and with all the family drama my weight has only varied 2-4pounds depending on the day and the TOM. I am still working out and trying to do the best I can. I am trying to get these lat 30lbs off by the end of July (i like to set my goal realistic and attainable) so wish me luck. I am going to take it 10 pounds at a time and get this done!!!!! Big Kisses to everyone for all the love and support. It is much appreciated. BTW I posted some pics on my profile. the befores are scarry but the afters...well I like them. TTFN! -
Anyone out there have Dr Lisa Martin Hawver?
Zoumommy posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
She did my sleeve in 2/2014, and I just found out she did NOT use a bougie but instead used an EGD scope AND and EGD just revealed she only removed approximately 20% of my stomach!! So besides being pissed I'm now having a revision to roux en y with a competent surgeon on 4/18/16 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
I'm in Portland, surgery tomorrow! Revision from sleeve to bypass due to acid reflux and weight gain. Dr Patterson is the surgeon, what about you guys?
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Hi all. I have had a lap band since 3/2009. Although I have maintained a 70 pound weight loss, the band has been progressively tightened to the point that now I have esophagus irritation so it has been determined to be "failed" and now I need it removed. I started my journey at 320 pounds, and now I am at 250. Goal weight 180 pounds. On Monday I head into surgery to have the band removed (it has been released for two months) and a gastric bypass performed. My question is how many that have has this procedure done were unable to do it in one surgery? The surgeon only gives it a 50/50 shot as apparently the underlying tissue associated with the band site may not support correctly creating the new pouch. I would really hate to have to do this in two separate surgeries several months apart, and apparently I won't know until I wake up how it turns out. All pre surgery checks including a barium swallow and an endoscopy all indicate the band is still properly placed, but apparently they have to be inside during the surgery to know for sure if there has been any erosion. Thanks in advance for any input! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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June 2019 Surgery Siblings!
Gaylancsu replied to BulletWithButterflyWings's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had revision from lapband to ds on June 7... 2 nights in the hospital and I’m home and I’ve even worked from home nearly all day today. This is way harder than lapband or csection ( I had 2 of those ) I had 2 week pre op diet, week 1 was 2 shakes 2 snacks and a lean green dinner week 2 was all shakes and I was down 13lb when I went in for surgery. I’m so puffed up now from IV fluids the scale showed back up 10lb so I’m staying away from that thing a few days. -
All of my December sleevers...
apricotsmommy replied to blkdiamond377's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I had to share...I hit 100 pounds today from my pre-band weight. I'm down 78 from my sleeve on 12/17/13. For those of you whose doctors say revisions don't do as well as "virgin" sleevers...I say, heck NO! I still have a ways to go, but I'm still losing it! -
Is the second time around ever more successful and why?
TheRevisionedVagabond replied to ShoppGirl's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Yes, I'm the same as you!! I didn't lose all my weight with the sleeve as well and I'm hoping I end up losing just as much, if not more. I agree that if it was an amazing loss, you'd remember. Haha! But man, I hope it works out for you. If you are in the States, you could also try Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro or something? Idk. This is what I'm seeing going around the revision fb groups and people are having crazy success. However, I think most regain once they're off of it. Hmmm, yeah.. It does seem like converting might be the better option but I'm no doctor. Everything else just seems like a quick fix, you know? How long does she want you on it? -
Did Anyone have bowel blockage or intestinal issues after surgery
kattrax421b replied to CharmRud's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Rny 1999 Bowel resection 2001 While 3 months pregnant 2008 plastics 2016 regain 10/25/18 revision Don't meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy, and taste good with catchup! -
I’m so sorry ur experiencing this with the LB n it’s unfortunately cuz u’ll continue with all those symptoms until u make the right choice in removing it n instead settling for a revision. I can fully relate to ur experience/symptoms cuz I too had the LB for 11 yrs n all my symptoms started a few months after getting it. So, I just put up with all the symptoms n tolerated the band cuz it was a nice little tool that DID the JOB in helping me loose weight by not OVER EAT or able to eat anything at all. I was 210 lbs when I got it. I went down to 135/40 lbs n loving/liking the way I LOOKED even though the symptoms SUCKED. I became ANEMIC n at one time got an AWFUL BACTERIAL infection that I DON’T wish on anyone. Believe me it was a SACRIFICE having the band. But unfortunately n cuz I had no other choice; in 2018 I had the band removed due to LOTS of problems with the port after getting a tummy tuck n too was tired of all the TERRIBLE/AWFUL symptoms that came with it. If I would’ve FULLY RESEARCHED n known of all the LB symptoms; I would’ve instead OPTED for a bypass. Unfortunately I did gain ALL my weight back but that was only due to lots of medical issues once I entered MENOPAUSE n being put on medication. So now, due to all my weight gain I REFUSE to let myself go n NOT EXHAUST all options for OVERALL BETTER HEALTH. Therefore, I’m currently being monitored by a nutritionist n dietician along with my bariatric doctor for a possible GASTRIC BYPASS that was recommended by my doctor. Hope my sharing helped n u make the right choice for ur OVERALL HEALTH. May God illuminate/bless you in DOING THE RIGHT THING.🙏🏽
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I have this nagging referred pain above my left shoulder blade prior to eating ever since my surgery February 24, 2009. It occurs when my tummy is empty before breakfast, lunch and dinner. It gets relieved after I eat or drink to fullness. My doctor has no idea why I am having it but does it agree that it must be from some type of diaphragm irritation. It feels very much like the gas pain we all had right after surgery. But it only happens now prior to meals. It gets very bad at times and will completely interrupt my work so I have to eat to relieve it. Needless to say my weight loss has been slow due to this as well since I don't make good choices when I am eating to relieve pain. My doctor will be doing some research but I don't feel hopeful. I even tried my husbands' Neurontin 300mg when the pain is occuring. Nothing touches it but filling up my tummy. No reflux, no other pain, no nausea or vomiting. I am afraid I may have to have my band or port revised/moved. I cannot live the rest of my life with this pain every day. Any significant ideas out there that I can take back to my doc?:biggrin:
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March into Formation March Sleevers! Roll Call...
kakaw replied to AmandaRaeLeo's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
lol I go to Mexico for a few reasons #1 is the quality of care I get....amazing! #2 the experience of my surgeon. Dr.Aceves has done plenty of revisions from lapband to sleeve. #3 the price, it is several thousands less expensive. It would be $20 000+ where I live, plus a very very long wait. Dr.Aceves is half what I would pay here -
Intro time: who's new to the group, who's pre-op, & who just recently made it to the loser's bench?
adryhdez79 replied to xoxococojay's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
New to group I am working towards revision I havea lap and placed back in 2010 lost about 90lbs gained a lot of it back 2 pregnancies! I have type 2 diabetes and tried of taking insulin and pills! I have 3 beautiful children and husband that need me to be healthy! I plan on doing the gastric bypass! Which should help with the diabetes! I have starting the my journey with a consultation, now started a 4 week life styles class will then do a 4 week getting to know your bypass surgery pre/post op class! Then an appointment to schedule my surgery date! I would like to know what kind of protein meal replacements you all recommend? Or any suggestions you may have ! -
Need to meet my deductible and I am getting lap band revision to the RNY biomass.
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No. Before I even met with the bariatric clinic to inquire about revision I did a two-week liquid diet just to see if I could do it. (It turns out that my clinic doesn't use that technique for liver reduction.) Liquid protein shakes and powders are very filling. They are not like the old "Slender" shakes in a can. I would drink them and ask "Where is the rest ov my lunch?" No, I'm quite satisfied drinking protein shakes, supplemented with broth, sugar-free Jello and sugar-free Popsicles. I won't say it was totally easy, but it was not as hard as I expected and I lost over 10 pounds during those two weeks. Do a practice run. Try it now for about four days just to see how it goes for you.
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And The Issues Are Back...first Update
sasicas replied to sasicas's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks everyone. It is very scary and truthfully with how little I eat normally even when I'm feeling fine and only able to eat 1/4 cup at a time, it scares the snot out of me to think of how bad it would be if I get revised. My RNY friends all have food restrictions and to think of me having to deal witht hat too?! I don't know how I could stop losing weight with that. Seriously the size 2 already makes me nervous. I mean goodness, I have 4 kids, how many people with 4 kids expect to wear a size 2!? The surgeon that was there and my surgeon when he called me both said they hope the revision to be the very last possible thing to turn to. the good thing is there are 6 surgeons that do WLS at my hospital and they all get together with each other to discuss the difficult cases so many opinions will go into it. It just really stinks... -
Looking for a surgery buddy....I'm.doing revision from band to rny bypass....would love to chat sometime... -
I had a band for 2 1/2 years. It slipped 1 1/2 years and had it repositioned last January 2013. Then I was taking it slow because I heard it it slips once the band is likely slip again. Well, I found out in October 2013 it slipped again and my Dr said it is best to come out because it will continue to slip. He said I could remove the band all together, remove the band and revise it to the sleeve later or remove the band and revise to the sleeve at the same time. I chose remove the band and revise to the sleeve in one surgery. I choose the sleeve because i didnt what my everything rerouted and have problems with malabsorbtion.My Doctor does very few bands nowadays, unless someone's insurance will not cover the sleeve. He still does bypasses but not as many as before because of the sleeve. He said it's kinda known in the profession as "sleeve 'em and leave 'em". Sounds kinda mean but it means there is less upkeep with the sleeve than with the band. Just do all the research you can on both and you'll make the best decision for you.
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Would You Have Weight Loss Surgery Again?
ASLEEVE4ME2015 replied to Alex Brecher's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Yes, Yes, & Yes. I've had two Lapbands & now in the Pre-Op stage of a Revision (Sleeve). -
Things you feel good about?
Ray92 replied to Joymarie333's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Other than the really bad acid reflux which I am going to see the doctor about in my appointment in a few days, I feel pretty good. My resting heart rate is now 70. It used to be around 80-85. I used to have the band and had a revision to gastric sleeve. Whenever I used to take deep breaths, I could feel the band and it felt like a stricture. Not having it in my body feels great just because I was always aware that it was there and it was always bothering me. I huff and puff less when climbing the stairs. -
Kaiser - Approval - Required Courses
crustymouse23 replied to MissKate's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
did they you lose more weight after you graduated from the options program? I have 4 more classes, and only lost about 7lbs. Also, I had the lapband removed in Dec.8 last year and im awaiting a revision. -
Hi Mimi! Also January 29th. In Michigan. I don’t have that pain under my incisions. I’m not even sure what it might be? I had revision from band to bypass. Did you find out what the pain was and has it gotten better?
