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Revision tomorrow 7/20
kgarrettsatx replied to Stephy5's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
So glad your home. Tell us the step by step! Im having my revision tuesday!!! Praying for one surgery too!!!!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Help! Anyone ever have shortness of breath?
LilReDiva replied to 2befree's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
No solution or answer, but I also had breathing issues with my band. I was banded in August 2013 and about a year later started having breathing issues. My Dr. said everything was fine but ended up get it unfilled for relief and slowly began with the weight gain. I had the removal in August 2015 and hoping to finally have a revision this August to the sleeve. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Waking up after surgery
AmyD102 replied to Sherbear2's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had my band to sleeve revision Monday, I woke up in recovery really groggy and tired. The only things I really remember was the nurse telling me the took the band out and I was successfully sleeve (the surgeon want 100% if he could till he got in there because of possible scar tissue) and she asked if I had any pain, I shook my head no and fell back asleep. The next thing I knew I was woken up and being told I was being brought to my room. At that point I was more aware. My throat was dry, I had an IV in, no drain, and I did have a catheter (which I hated, they took it out the next morning), and I had compression booties on. It wasn't bad at all, good luck you will do fine!! Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App -
Revision from lap- band, already removed
cheechtrish replied to CaliGirl77's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I am RIGHT with you!! I had my band removed in 2014 bc it just did not work. My insurance is also Highmark BCBS. I have started the process of revision (even thought it's out!). I am waiting to see how things work out with my approval. ... Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Revision from lap- band, already removed
CaliGirl77 posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Hi All, My Dr's office submitted my paperwork to my insurance company Blue Shield last Monday. They came back requesting more info pre and post weight/BMI? We finally understood they were asking for my info pre and post lap band. I had it placed in 2006 and removed in 2009/2010. I removed it since it just didn't work and we wanted to start a family. My question is do any of you have any experience with insurance companies denying based upon past failures? I don't feel this should even be an issue for them and not sure why they ate linking into it,so any insight would be great thanks. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App -
Band > Sleeve now what?
OutsideMatchInside replied to Debaria's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
@@FrankiesGirl is right, weight loss is 80-90% diet related. @ Gave you the right tips about getting back to basics. If you are eating carbs and sugar, and snacking, a 3rd surgery is useless for you. You can do all of that with bypass too. I'm not even sure you can revise from the sleeve to bypass, the revision from the sleeve is DS and no reputable surgeon would do that surgery on you with so little to lose. Work on your diet, if you gave up carbs/sugar/snacking you could lose. A surgery can't do all the work for you, you have to contribute. @@deekel8 The sleeve is the first step of the DS, not bypass. The sleeve was used for people that were too heavy for the long surgery that bypass requires. -
Band > Sleeve now what?
NeedaBreak4Me replied to Debaria's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Well the fact you have had two surgeries, i highly doubt you would have major weight loss with a 3rd. The shock value of reducing calories is gone, and your metabolism would have adjusted to it. I know for certain that weight loss is slower 2nd time around, so i would imagine how much slower it would be a 3rd. Sorry i am not trying to be a negative nelly, but thats just how our bodies work.... its a fact that you lose slower and slower with each revision, and being a lower BMI also works against you. Perhaps try your pre op diet again? Cut out carbs and sugars and stick to high Protein and see how much you can achieve doing that. Are you exercising? -
Hello I also go 4-Aug. I'm having mini bypass revision from a sleeve in MX. I'm nervous but equally excited as well. I want to wish you good luck!!!
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Anyone go to Mexico solo?
L. Knight replied to fancypants67's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Hello All I will be going on 4 Aug to with Dr. Mario Camelo Ramos at florence Hospital, Tijuana, Mexico to have a mini gastric bypass revision from a sleeve. -
Anyone else having gastric bypass June 28th?
amartyn1 replied to Daenerys Targaryen's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I am having my band removed and revision to bypass on the July 29th .. One week away so looking forward to hearing your new journeys !! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Gastric bypass revision
Brandnewangel replied to shellbanana's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had a revision. From rny to rny tho. I'm 3 months out and only down 37 lbs. I have also suffered a leak as well so really struggling right now . Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
When will it be time to remove the skin?
jess9395 replied to venomousflowers's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
You typically get the best results without having to revise if you are at goal/stable weight for six months and don't gain or lose more than 10lbs after the plastics -
I currently have the lapband going on 4years now I've been having problems on and off. I have BCBS-Florida and I was thinking about getting the revision from the band to the sleeve. Well my insurance doesn't pay for any Bariatric surgeries....other than self pay did anyone else have this problem. I got the call today I'm really heart broken Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Yes!!! I am struggling a great deal. I am a complete failure. I have gained back 40 of the 78 lbs. I lost. What makes the matter even worse is that this is my second weight loss surgery. I had Lapband in 2007. I was a failure with that. I had revision to the sleeve surgery in March 2015. The weight loss was slow and I never reached my goal with either. I need to see someone who specializes in food addiction, but am having a hard time finding someone. To be honest with you, I do not know what to do right now and am highly depressed.
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Starting over with the band..
Michele12 replied to secretstolen's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I was banded in 2005 and had great result with a 130 pound weight loss within a year. Over the last 5-6 years I have slowly gained weight back on. I will have my band filled and then vomit and then have Fluid taken out then gain weight over and over ugh!!! I had to have fluid taken out again last week due to not being able to keep anything down. Mind you I have not had a fill since 2014. My surgeon actually told me that he feels I should have my band removed and have a revision to gastric bypass. He feels that due to all the vomiting I am doing more harm than good, he also told me that he stopped even putting bands in over a year ago and would not recommend them. He said that it actually was never ment to be a permanent and they all will eventually need to be removed and mine is sooner than later right now. I was told even if I don't want to have the bypass I will need to have my band removed due to the excessive amount of GERD I have and it has caused Baretts Esophagus. One part of my brain says "Go for it they will already be in there to take the band out" then the other part says "You already failed one weight loss surgery". My surgeon also told me he will only do the bypass revision and due to the scaring of the band to stomach is where he needs to cut for the sleeve and he does not want to risk a leak. I go back to see him in three weeks and to tell him my choice. My best friend had the band to bypass revision and said hands down best choice she made. Sorry about the long post but was wondering if any band to bypass folks had any advise before I made my decision Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App -
Anyone have their sleeve done by Dr. Ganta -Austin?
RaeAnn replied to austinglobe's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Maryann I got an estimated cost a few days ago for self pay and a revision from lapband to gastric sleeve with Dr. Ganta and they have it at 17,600. -
Researching doctors in Mexico
hbrhonda replied to sheronep's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I used Dr Ariel Ortiz for my LapBand in 2010. He is amazing. I have seen him on TV 3 times since my LapBand. On the Doctors, on Oprah and Dateline. I follow him on FB. He has been doing live surgeries for the last month. OCC is amazing with follow up, nutrition and their WLS forum. That being said. I couldn't afford to use him for my sleeve revision last month. He was almost $4000 more than DR Fernando Garcia. I had my sleeve done at CER surgery center. I was very happy with my care and hospital stay. BUT if I had deep pockets I would choose OCC Dr Ortiz. He is the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! -
AZ - Phoenix Central Area
balancebeemer replied to scorpiolady's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I would definitely support a group, but prefer North Phoenix area. I'm a 15 yr bariatric veteran still trying to reach goal--awaiting 2nd revision surgery as I type. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
I had the RNY done. I stopped loosing and regained 20lbs, my blood pressure went up. I'm sure this you understand. They scoped me and found that for what ever reason my new pouch opened and reattached to my main stomach. They say that I'm one in thousands that this happens to. I will be going in August 2 for revision surgery, same thing, RNY. I am sure with the right doctor you will find out what is wrong. I have new doctor and hospital. I am here if you need support. Sent from my LGLS770 using the BariatricPal App
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Slower weight loss second time around?
pinklantern replied to PaulStephens1975's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm 3 months post op revision and the scale hasn't moved in the last 4 weeks. I've only lost 28 lbs. it's very frustrating. -
Tomorrow at 7:30 am is my procedure. Praying for a one shot surgery, but it's in Gods hands and what's best will happen. Please keep me in your prayers. I'm so excited for the next step of this journey! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App
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Regain.... I'm so upset with myself.
oneangel34 posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I had lapband surgery in April 30th of 2012. I am 5"1, and I'm 49 years old. My highest weight was 223. I lost 100 pounds and reached my goal weight of 123. Then I had a port leak in early 2014 and had port revision surgery in September of 2014. I have had a huge regain. I am back up to 165. The insurance I have now doesn't cover my Dr's visits anymore. I am not at a good restriction. And I can't afford to get the fills I need at this time. Has anyone else had a regain? And if so, what did you do to drop the weight again? As of right now, I feel like a total failure. Two days ago I went to only liquids. Today I am on pureed. I'm trying to restart and refocus. I am walking again as well. It's tough because I have a really bad back. And I hurt a lot. I feel so lost. I don't know what to do. I am so off track, I don't even remember what I did in the beginning of my journey! Please help.... Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App -
Yesterday's esophagram and NP visit went well. The images showed no dilation with band in proper position. That, and because it had been giving me signals for several months, "we" gave me more saline. I feel the effect and it's good. We'll see if the band truly can be pressed into service again before considering revision.
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Lap Band Removal and Revision
Angel_Whetstone replied to BlueMoon~T's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I am having lap band revision surgery do to erosion to VGS next month in one surgery. I have completed my dietitian appointments and are waiting for pre-surgery work up dates and surgical date. I am very interested in hearing from anyone who has had this done. Your thoughts and how it turned out. Concerned about the removal and revision, but I don't want to leave it in either. Thanks in advance any insight would be appreciated. -
Resurrecting my band?
gowalking replied to WLSResources/ClothingExch's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
good luck!! I thought you and the band were done so this is nice to find out you still might be able to lose without having to get a revision.
