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December 2013 Revisions: Get in touch!
imsexywhenimme replied to nursebeccarn's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Hi earthless, Welcome! I'm also new here, and hoping to gain lots of help, ideas and tips on this site. But, what do u mean got stalled at week 3? Don't u find it super hard to only be on such limited food/liquid?? I had revision surgery band-sleeve on 12-23-13. Which makes me 7 days post op...almost. I am starved!!! What is wrong with me?? -
December 2013 Revisions: Get in touch!
nursebeccarn posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Hi, I just recently joined and was hoping to find some other people who also had Band to Sleeve revision around the same time I did. I had my lap band in 2010 and had all the usual complications. On December 20th 2013 I had the band removed and the sleeve done all in the same procedure. I was hoping to find some others to keep in touch and provide each other support throughout the stages! I'm looking forward to meeting everyone! -
Today I had my Lapband removed after 3 years. I lost 135 lbs in 1 year and 1/2. At the end of 2012 I had to have fluid removed to have my thyroid removed. We started to refill it again in about 3 months. I would continually be back and forth in dr's office for removal of fluid. In a couple of months we would fill again. We did that for a whole year. Finally, I asked about revision. So today was first step. I actually feel pretty good. I haven't had to take any meds since I have been home. In eight weeks I will have the sleeve done. Oh, I forgot to say I gained about 50 lbs. I am so excited to join the sleeve club.
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ESG Consultation 11/28
hope4momof4 replied to BubblesCT's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
Hi AmyAlexis, Congratulations on that impressive 14 pound weight loss in only two weeks! Those are outstanding results and you should be proud of your accomplishment. I had posted to Bubbles about asking Dr. Sharaiha how many esg procedures need revisions later on down the road. Like Bubbles, I am looking to have this procedure done but am concerned about the lack of long term data available since it is fairly new. So I was wondering if you happened to ask this question during consultation. She pioneered this procedure and I believe that even if data in the Us is not available, surely there must be some data available from other countries who have been performing this procedure. I think countries like Mexico and Brazil have been doing this for years although it was the laparoscopic version with incisions and may have been called gastric plication. Thanks for any info you can provide. One other thing, did you post your starting weight at 159 lbs.? That seems like a low starting weight. What was your BMI if I’m not being too personal? I’m at a 32 BMI and if someone with a low weight like yours can lose 14 lbs. in two weeks then I definitely believe this is the right procedure for me. Thanks again and I wish you continued success. -
Revision From Band To Rny And Why.
Vicki Loichinger posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I am in the process of insurance approval to have a revision from Band to RNY. I have had my band for seven years. I have been very lucky to have not had any complications, no slips ect. My band is unfilled now, because i never did get the 'sweet' spot, either to tight and things would come back up or I would revert to soft high carb foods, or too loose and I can pretty much eat anything. I had my surgery for the band in Cincinnati Ohio, (I live in Indianapolis) The surgeon Dr, Trace Curry was excellent, I do think traveling back and forth for fills ect did hinder me getting where I needed to be for my fill to be right. But no matter what the band was not going to help most of my medical issues. Since the band I have lost and gained the same 30 to 40 pounds. Now at my heaviest. And the band did not help any of my medical problems. I am hoping the RNY both with the smaller stomach and mal absorption and the actual surgery itself will help with my uncontrolled type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance. I am so sensitive to insulin that I swell and ache all over but I have to take large amounts to keep my blood sugar down. It is like I am on a merry go round, hurt, can't exercise, can't exercise, gain weight, blood sugars out of control, more insulin, can't breath because of severe asthma and copd, need steriods about once a year, higher blood sugars, more weight gain, can't exercise, and around and around we go My hope and prayer is that this surgery will add years to my life that I can spend with my children and grandchildren. I need to GET a life, because what I am doing right now is not living. -
Under 180Lbs And Getting Sleeved, Anyone Else?
libbyb replied to Cuaya's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Dr Lopez in mx! Coming from New Zealand and saving a small fortune! He sounds like a bit of a guru on revisions. What r u gonna do? -
Challenge: New Year's Day 2013
Threetimesacharm replied to Holly5.3's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Oh my Goodness I think I have to revise my goal for this challenge: I currently weigh 209.8 so my new goal for New Year's Day 2013 is to be well on my way into the 100's................................196 pounds!! Woohoo!! -
I'm the 11th too! I'm having a band to sleeve revision. I'm overwhelmed too. I've been making a list on essentials we will need and buying them here and there. Also I'm kind if addicted to this site and it's really helping me be better mentally prepared. Hooray for us March patients!
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Do all sleeves or baraitric surgeries need revisions?
KCgirl061 replied to Healthy_life2's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
It's always good to look at medical sites and studies. A common opinion I see "a huge percentage of VGS patients get GERD and need to revise to bypass anyway!" That does happen, but according to medical studies, the numbers aren't as high as people's perceptions. -
Do all sleeves or baraitric surgeries need revisions?
nenes78 replied to Healthy_life2's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
In my support group we have a few members with both sleeve and bypass that are 5 years out plus. A particular member with a sleeve is 8 years out and has had no revision. He says he lost almost 150 pounds with the sleeve. and regained 30 pounds at one point but currently maintains at 15 from his lowest loss. He is an older gentleman and does say that age plays a factor as well as he noticed its tougher to loose weight now than a few years back. He also let us know when the weight puts back on is when he does not track his intake. When a newbie to the group asks if they will ever eat normal again he always tells them " Whats normal? Before surgery I would order a large pizza and eat it all in a sitting. Now I order a medium pizza, have a slice maybe two and save the rest for another meal. The before is not normal, the way I eat a slice now is." -
Revision from sleeve to bypass
joeyangel99 replied to lions92's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Hello! For those that have gotten the revision because of the GERD, did you feel relief immediately or did it take some time? My revision from sleeve to bypass was on 10/27, however I still feel GERD. I’ve heard some ppl say they felt immediate relief and others that it takes time. Can you all tell me what was your experience please. I am praying it goes away. The main reason I got the revision was for relief. -
Revision from sleeve to bypass
smallbird replied to lions92's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Hello, wondering who much you gained in 11 years? I am also 11 years post-op VSG, I have regained 40lbs however the GERD is just so bad every day I did not know you could get a revision to fix that. Thank you! -
Revision from sleeve to bypass
lljenkins replied to lions92's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had sleeve to bypass revision on 11/29/2021. The first day and the second day in the hospital I had a GERD episode. It’s still early postop but I haven’t felt it anymore. I pray it’s all fixed. That was the reason for the surgery. -
Revision from sleeve to bypass
Jue replied to lions92's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I was sleeved in 2010 and lost a couple of stone then asked the doctor for revision surgery in 2016 and had a bypass August 2021 not much has changed just more protien which isn't a bad thing got told by the surgeon I'd only lose 3 stone I lost 45lbs up until the end of November not seen anyone since I've lost more but not been weighed I wont have scales in the house been there done that but everything is looking good , good luck with your surbery -
Revision from sleeve to bypass
catwoman7 replied to lions92's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
yes - I've been hanging out this and other boards for about seven years - and I've read several posts from revision patients saying the weight loss is slower after a revision. -
I live in Northern Kentucky but travel to Columbus to see Dr. Sonnanstine (he's the best). He did my Lap Band surgery 8 years ago here in Kentucky, but will be revising to Gastric Bypass on June 19th in Columbus.
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December 2013 Sleevers This Is Our Month Are Yall Ready!?
JanetBP replied to sleevinIT's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi all! Thanks so much for all the good wishes. I had my surgery on Tuesday morning and got home a little while ago. I feel OK, a bit sore and bloated/swollen in the upper belly area but really not too bad. My surgery went off without a hitch, NINE incisions - but I had a lap band revision so maybe that's why so many? I was kept on an every-4-hours schedule of pain killers and that was just the ticket. I'm on full liquids 2 days after surgery. Oh, and so far no nausea!! I think the hardest part is going to be getting in all my liquids!! Tiny sips of water, protein shakes, tiny bites of low carb yogurt, sf jello and popsicles, broth or fat free cream soup all count toward my 64 ounce a day minimum. But that is a LOT at half a teaspoon at a time. I'm definitely going to have to log this stuff on myfitnesspal to make sure I'm getting it all. And I am NOT HUNGRY! Which is a good thing. All I really want is a big cup of COFFEE. My husband is making me a big pot of homemade chicken broth from the bones of a few rotisserie chickens, I know it's going to be sooooo yummy. I just had the liquid drained from a can of chicken noodle soup mixed with a little plain chicken broth and a few tablespoons of half and half. Sounds odd but it was very tasty. So good night all... my pain killer is kicking in. You all are GREAT!! Janet -
Dallas, Texas Sleevers! !
samskiles replied to attractiveval's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I will have my band to sleeve revision on Aug 11 with Dr. Carlton at the Nicholson Clinic in Dallas. I live in Frisco. -
Why are my sheets all bunched up beneath me? Oh wait, that's just my butt
allies journey replied to MikeIL's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Mikell, First congratulations on your weight loss. I have lost 87 from sleeve and hoping for approval for the RNY revision asap because my reflux is killing me. Anyway my arms are like BAT wings flapping in the air. I absolutely hate it and my biggest fear was excessive skin just hanging off me. Actually some pretty bad nightmares about the extra skin just lagging behind my body as I vwalk. Thank God I haven't and hopefully don't get to that point. Lol Anyway yeah I feel ya!! Still another 90 lbs i have to loose so if you find any answers please share them. Allie in SC Sent from my SM-G960U using BariatricPal mobile app -
I am having a *wonderful* time reading all of your posts! Your excitement, anticipation, and enthusiasm are contagious. Every time I pop in here, it makes me grateful for my band all over again. When I read about how you feel starting the pre-op diet, or getting a surgery date, or whatever stage of the process you're in, I'm amazed to think that I'm approaching my 1 yr bandiversary. In many ways, I feel like I was just banded. Just a quick update. When I last weighed, I was down to 178lbs. That's 3!! lbs from the original goal that I set myself when getting banded. I think that I can lose that by the 19th. That was a "dream" goal...I never really thought I'd make it because I've never weighed in the 170s as an adult. I'm consistently wearing mediums and 12s now. I remember being 16 yrs old and wearing 14s and 16s. :bananajump: At 41, I'm smaller and in MUCH better shape than that 16 yr old and it's just going to get better. I've revised my "dream" goal to 155-165...and what's really cool is that it really isn't a "dream" goal. I *know* that I'll get there. Cindy
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argh... i'm going to have to have my port replaced, possibly my tubing too. has any other march bandster hd to do this too? i've always been difficult to fill (my port has always tilted slightly downward). my doc admitted that either he or one of the other docs in his practice might have poked a hole into the tubing causing a leak to develop. worst case scenario: the leak is higher up in the system (unlikely) and i'll have to have my band replaced. he really won't know until after i have another upper gi and he cuts into me. here's how i realized what had happened: last fill was done my another doctor in my surgeon's practice. he had a hard time getting in and when he finally did, he couldn't pull out much of the saline before putting any in. and for a couple of days after, my port area was swollen and tender. i felt restriction for about a week afterwards, then it fell off a cliff. it was so werid to feel actual hunger again! i really hadn't felt that physical kind of hunger since before being banded. i finally emailed my surgeon and he told me to come right in, which i did. he confirmed what i'd suspected (a leak) and wants be back on the table by next month. wondering if anyone else has gone through a port revision. if you did, was recovery time better, the same or worse than your original banding? did you have local or general anesthesia? and what happened that led you to suspect a leak? any and all insight would be great. hope everyone is doing well.
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I ended up having a possible slippage a few months ago. my Dr decided to loosen my band and let it settle back into place. deep down I was hoping to have a problem so I could get sleeve or ru en y revision, honestly the band is a struggle, daily struggle. I also have acid reflux issues and a large bottle of emeprosole when needed. sadly the band corrected itself. I have Kaiser and if there was a problem I could have has the revision for free. bummer. I feel like its time for a sit down with myself and make a new start and work harder at using this tool. also going to try and keep posting here. it's been a while and I feel better connecting with others "in the same boat".
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I'm in the same boat as you, Tess. I didn't lose much weight with the band, while I had frequent issues with vomiting and stuck food. I also had terrible acid reflux even with 2 Prilosec per day. I finally went back to my surgeon, and she told me they stopped doing bands altogether two or three years ago! They found that too many people were forming strictures under the band that were keeping the passageway too small, or something like that. In previous visits she would dismiss my problems as eating the wrong foods or eating incorrectly. This time she was far more understanding. Rather than tighten my band as I had expected, she loosened it by several cc. This cured my acid reflux instantly, and I haven't thrown up since. The downside is the weight has been creeping up due to lack of restriction. I also got many blood tests and swallow tests and all looks okay. I'm doing all I can to get approved for the sleeve revision. The surgeon said they have had great success, and that it feels more natural to patients while their appetites are far reduced. I hope I can get it early in 2014 but so far it's taking forever to even learn what the requirements are. Meanwhile I've started working out with a personal trainer and am getting stronger physically. The weight doesn't want to come off, though. Good to hear from a few folks!
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How is your Port area post surgery?.
piercedqt78 replied to KajunGumbo's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I will be 1 year post revision in early May, and still have a port. I just had my plastics consult and the surgeon asked me if my port was left in place. I told him no, but the bariatric surgeon explained that they had to "dig" it out of the scar tissue that had enveloped it. He is going to try to remove all the knot when/if I get my tummy tuck/thigh lift. I guess we will see what happens. -
UPDATE: I'm going to have LapBand surgery instead
clk replied to Dave_NW's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Dave, best of luck regardless of what you decide. That said, I agree with the others and think that you should really be certain you're willing to take a lesser option simply because it's easier to do. I also have Tricare, and being overseas meant that having it done at a MTF isn't an option. Tricare doesn't cover VSG and no MTFs in my area are doing the sleeve. I almost started the process to get the band instead, because I wanted surgery right away. Somehow, being fat for more than half my life became intolerable once I decided on the surgery. After revisiting LBT for a few months the trend stood out a second time: people love their bands for six months to a year, and then the complications begin. Only a handful of the folks on that board are two or more years out and still happy. There are way too many complications. Too many people can't find their sweet spot, can't keep Water down, have to unfill completely because of issues. That's not even counting the ones with slippage and erosion - the folks that usually find their way to this board and get revisions to the sleeve! I did an unsecured loan through USAA for a good interest rate. I went to Dr. Aceves in Mexicali and had wonderful, top notch care. If I were you, I'd make sure that you're willing to face the very real issues of life with a lapband before you make the decision to put one in your body. I'd either start the process with Madigan and see if they're wrong about the time frame, or I'd self pay and get it done either in the states or Mexico. My sleeve was worth every single penny of the small payment I make to USAA each month, I promise you. Best of luck to you. You know what you're willing to live with, so only you can make this choice. ~Cheri
