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Submitted to Aetna Ins for Revision Surgery
Emilee68 replied to PSUCookie's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Hi there! I am waiting to hear from Aetna on my sleeve to bypass revision. I called today and they said it's in review as of the 26th. Said it could take 7-10 days. Just curious...were you approved? How long did it take to hear back for a final decision? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N910A using the BariatricPal App -
Just got a call from surgical scheduling, arrival time is 6:15 am, they will start shortly thereafter. I'm the first one of the day. Please say a prayer everything goes well and doctor is able to so the revision. So excited and nervous. Thank you all!
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Insurance coverage to get band removed after getting it in another country?
scotter replied to strawberiegirl's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
You have to check with your own insurance, but it's my understanding that most insurances will cover a revision even if they didn't originally cover a wls. My mom's insurance doesn't cover any wls but will cover a revision if you are having complications because it would be deemed medically nessacery. -
So, is soda a no-no because it causes pain or complications?
marfar7 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm 3 1/2 yrs post lapband. No soda is allowed with the lapband because it can cause band erosion or slippage. I occasionally will have a sip of hubbys soda if we're out to eat, but basically don't drink it anymore. My band is slipped now (thanks to my frequent vomiting) and I'm revising to a sleeve soon. From what I've been reading, they say no to soda because of discomfort. banders are sposed to have discomfort with soda too, but I have none. So is it medically ok to drink soda but it's up to the individual on whether it causes pain - or is it across the board a no-no? Just curious.... -
I am going to see this doctor in a week.He is in Cheery Hill NJ.Anyone know of him?I know he is known for lap bands but I want a sleeve revision.
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Starting to Panic
drucella22 replied to mercedes66693's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi Mercedes I'm Debbie from Pa. Having my surgery on the 25th of march also. Im On the 2 shakes and a supper also allowed a protein bar in there . . I'm also very hungry. I have had to put in A cheese stick low fat in there to help me out. Not easy I know . I have read many posts on here and it seems so many revisions from band to rny has been done. So I wouldn't think it would be my fault it didn't work. Just to many others out there that it didn't work for. I had the 3 month program to finish . I don't know if I'm making the right decision either. I have talked to others and they all felt the same way. I'm nervous also so your not alone. All I see is everyone says on here they made the right decision to have it done. They just would have done it sooner. I hope I'll be one of them and you to . Stay in touch with me ok -
Starting Pre-op diet
Bornagainbabe replied to stephmarie's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi, I had to do a milk and yogurt diet for 10 days prior to my band op and again for my revision. I found that the best way for me to cope with it was to have a complete blow-out the night before of my favourite takeaway and then I was sorted and my head was in the right place to get on with the pre-op! I had milk for Breakfast, milk for lunch and milk for tea. I didn't have much yogurt as I can't stand the taste or consistency but I did have the odd oxo cube to satisfy my cravings for savoury. I heated the milk up, whisked it like mad and had it with coffee as a Cappuccino, I drank whenever I felt hungry or had a craving, I let my family prepare their own meals and went upstairs whilst they ate and did everything I could to keep occupied and not thinking about food. I was also mindful of the fact that my liver needed to shrink for the op and that my surgeon would know if I hadn't stuck to the diet and would possibly cancel as a result. I kept this in mind all the time that by doing this it would make the op easier and safer to perform. It's not easy but just keep thinking about why you want this op and that you are going to succeed. You can have a moan on here anytime you want and we will all support you! Good luck! -
Bad Back. Trying To Decide What Surgery.
TinyMamiOf3kids replied to a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
If your gonna do it go with gastric bypass. You lose more weight & have more restrictions on your body. Plus you don't have to revise it like many other ppl. -
Revision from Gastric Sleeve to. ?
Fluffymom67 posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had the sleeve in March 2018 with hernia repair. The hernia failed and my stomach is in chest . I have acid reflux really bad, has anybody been through this and what revision surgery would be best. Thanks -
Revision from Gastric Sleeve to. ?
mlbdl replied to Fluffymom67's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I’m supposed to be having my sleeve revised to a bypass in November due to GERD. I have a hiatial hernia for the 3rd time and the surgeon as well as the 2nd opinion surgeon says not to repair the hernia, just revise to bypass. Evidently my cough is acid aspirating into my lungs, and most of my allergy symptoms are from the acid. This is on top of the regular nasty acid symptoms. I had originally asked for the bypass because I already had GERD and I knew that VSG could make GERD worse or cause it if you don’t have it. The surgeon said that if I had another 100# to lose he’d recommend the bypass but he said I probably have a hernia. He’d fix it, therefore fixing the GERD. So, 3 hernias later, I’m revising to a bypass, and I’m terrified. I’ve been very pleased with my sleeve except for the GERD getting worse. So... 3.5 years later I’m finally getting what I originally asked for, but now I have to go through a 3rd surgery (VSG/hernia; hernia again; now bypass) to do it. I should have just pushed for the bypass at the beginning and I’d be done with it. -
Question for those who have had their band out & been sleeved
kekerene replied to Misi's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I had a revision from band to sleeve done a month ago and I wish that I had the sleeve to begin with. I had so many issues with the band and I am just glad to finally have it out. I had the band removed and the sleeve done all in 1 surgery, no regrets....I love my sleeve! -
Decisions, Decisions!!! Which doctor?
Tiffykins replied to Krista2653's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I honestly have never heard, met, talked to, read about anyone having a remotely bad experience with Dr. Aceves. Nothing negative pops into my head about Dr. Alvarez either. I can share my opinion with you. I was a revision patient, I have some medical issues that can cause complications outside of the actual surgery, I researched Mexico and US surgeons, and at the end of the day, Dr. Aceves would have been my surgeon if insurance would not have come through on my revision, and if I needed to travel outside the US. It was a comfort level thing for me. All the research led me to him, his staff, the facilities he operates out of, the sheer number of successful revisions he'd performed, plus additional years of surgical experience that he has under his belt, all contributed to my choice. I had some stateside surgeons picked out as well that are located in Texas because that is where my family lives. The aftercare that is available to you with Dr. Aceves via email and phone was big contributing factor to making him my choice for MX surgeons. Plus, the 3 months f/u labs and upper gi that he offers and recommends gave me another level of comfort with him. I mean seriously, how many MX surgeons offer aftercare at all? Not many. Just my 2cents. -
(laughing) I do wish that when people post they put how long they've been banded. Fair or not, I would struggle taking advice from anyone with minimal life experience w/ the band. I always warn people to focus on WHO is giving the advice just as much as the advice being given. I'm laughing at this too. Only 10 months here and consider myself a newbie even after reaching goal and a revision under my belt. At a couple months out I thought I knew everything and was giving out advice right and left. I can only hope the people receiving it didn't take it as gospel. Live and learn!
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Being Honest 3 Wks Post-Op, No Dieting For Me
Jesusislove replied to Jesusislove's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi,thank you for your input. I revised from the lapband, and understand that this is a lifestyle change. I have no problem with carbs, never been a big carb eater. More of a drinker, so I will look for low cal drinks. I will count calories if I have to up them, but they are so little now, maybe further out I will become a calorie nazi. -
Welcome! My surgery will be band removal and sleeve revision in one operation. Monday morning 9am check in, same day as you! I too am hopping I will do well with the sleeve. I was (mostly) happy with the band until it went bad. If it helps, I have never read anyone post that they went from band to sleeve and wish they still had a band. But I have read about so many people that revised and love their sleeve.
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Lap Band Revison NO RESTRICTION!
catfish87 replied to Stacy Warner's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
@@Stacy Warner I don't blame you for wanting better restriction, but you're only a couple months post op ( for the revision ). Having the restriction you describe immediately after surgery the first time isn't the norm I read/see on here. Possibly that could have been a reason for the slip? Maybe you could ask your doctor to give you a fill using fluoroscopy if they have it available. That way he can SEE what your restriction looks like, instead of just guessing. Much, MUCH better than blind fills....and in the end, probably cheaper. Best wishes! -
How restricted is your sleeve?
PaulStephens1975 replied to GetBack_095's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Thats good to hear. Because the way i feel, i want as much restraint as possible. How far out are you? Sent From Galaxy Note 5 using the BariatricPal App I'm only a month and 10 days out. I revised from the band to the sleeve on June 7th. -
It's Finally Going to Happen
1959JimmyJames replied to teshadb's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Congratulations Teshadb. I am about 6 and a half weeks post-op now on a band to sleeve revision. I've read lots of different surgical experiences here on this forum. Some easy and painless and some pretty bad. I guess my experience would fall in the middle of that. I can say that now I am feeling pretty good. Getting back to my old self again. Good luck to you on this new journey and hopefully you have only good feelings. Let us know how it goes. -
Any regrets from band to sleeve revision
ProudGrammy replied to Pablo's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Any regrets from band to sleeve revision @@Pablo go to the thread in the "main gastric sleeve surgery forum"............ Band to Gastric Sleeve Revisions you'll see/hear from many people who had the revision i didn't have a revision, but at 2.5 years PO - i remain one happy sleever good luck speedy recovery kathy -
Nancy, Let me know you are doing....I've had NO success with my band, and am considering revision to RNY. I'd Love to hear your story. Best of luck to you...
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Revisions: Gastric Bypass to Gastric Sleeve
elfnow replied to one_more_time's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I think maybe it's comparatively rare everywhere but where your first doctor is! It sounds like you're in kind of a "bubble" of people who have had this type of revision.... I know you said you don't need a support group but "looking for others' experiences" is pretty much what a support group would be about... And it sounds like there's plenty of individuals in your area! -
6 days Post-Op RNY
biginjapan replied to Mark.olypenn's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I’m day one post op on a gastric bypass revision, but so far not feeling the temperature shift yet (I know it’s pretty common). -
Looking for successful partner to help me through this!
trish151 replied to AWAS1999's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am two years post op but revision from gastric banding to sleeve. I started at 265. I'm 5'1" and I've lost down to 147, size 4/6. I live in Longview, TX. I'm not sure what your questions are and I didn't start out in the exact same place as you but shoot away if you have questions. I can try to give you my best point of view. -
I have BC/BS Federal Texas. I just found out that I have what the Dr. said I have what is called mechanical breakdown of my 4 year old lap band and now a hernia too boot that I never had in the beginning. I now have to have the band removed, the hernia done and a revision to RNY and I am trying to see if this might be a procedure that would be approved or not? Hope some one will answer me back
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FighterGirl, Wow, 170 lost! That is amazing! Congrats to YOU! That is very impressive. Can you tell me a little about why you had to have revision surgery? Sometimes I wonder if my band is too tight when I'm holding Fluid. Will you be going to the meeting in St. Clair Shores on Wednesday? I thought I might try it.
