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Well I am almost there. I am on clear liquids today and this evening I will do my "clean out". My husband who had a colonoscopy said to get my Ipod and the baby wipes and prepare to camp out in the bathroom. I admit every now and then the thought flashes through my head " What? Are you crazy? Why are you doing this to yourself?" Then I get on here and read everyone's stories and I calm back down. I know this right for me. I was originally thinking of lapband, but my doctor suggested the sleeve might be a better option. After reading the revision stories here, I'm sure I've made the right choice. So wish me luck everyone and scooch over on the loser's bench. I'll be there with you soon.
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Shontel, Is the hole where they took out your port? I have my "large" incision by my port? I have realize band and the port is bigger, they attached it with clips vice sewing. What kind of band did you have. Hope you are still on the healing track. Do you remember what antibiotic they gave you? I am concerned with getting too much antibiotics with my revision. I have such paranoia about an infection! Glad to have the band removed? I get my unfill next Thursday, then one month till sleeve counting down! Thanks for posting the picture... D.
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Hi everyone It has been several months since I was on here . I am now at 262 lbs yaaa. but i have been at a stall because of a medical issue . I tried going back to my job in the oilfields and my functional capacity test was terrible the company made me lift 125lbs from floor to a shelf at chest level 15 times then walk 100ft with it and step up and down off a stool. 30 times. then walk back and do the shelf one again. had to do this 3 times. But long story short the drills were no problem but it ripped my hyadila hernia repair on my gastric sleeve. I passed my test but 3 days after I was having such severe pain and I couldn't eat much anymore it hurt bad to eat unless it was soft stuff so I ate a lot of mashed potatoes and gravy with ground meat for almost a year.( Forgot to say I had to resign from my job it hurt to bad). finally went back to my surgeon and he did all the tests and found that my stomach was falling out. It damaged my sleeve too. So I just had a revision surgery Apr 2 . Had a nice rip in there. took 9 or 10 stitches to fix and of coarse revised to a gastric bypass now. It has been a challenge to have this change a tablespoon size stomach lol I can do this I have been through it before and with all you great people supporting each other makes this so much easier. I am converting to my soft stage today . i had a tablespoon of salmon mixed with yogurt and seasonings of coarse. yummy . It was a good 30 minutes to eat that but it went well. I am going to attempt to attach before and after pictures. I should lose about another 50 lbs. with this surgery. doctor wants only 30 to 40 at the most ? his goal weight is 230 lbs. but he thinks it will go closer to 200lbs. as I am 6ft 2inches tall and haven't been 200lbs since 8th grade lol.
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lucky you !!! i am happy for you. That is literally my next option if my insurance doesn't approve my revision. I am going to just pay out of pocket. ugh !! don't really want to do that since i have 2 insurance policies. but it is what it is. I need my REVISION ASAP !!
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It's not a big deal, it's a GIGANTIC deal. I personally think it's bigger than actually having the initial surgery - more traumatic for me anyway. I was to have my revision surgery last Tuesday and woke up to " We took it out - to let your stomach rest". How'd you like to wake up to those words? Yep. I still am in disbelief bc I cannot believe I no longer have it. I wasn't expecting it to be an option even though yes the doc said possibility. So, this time around surgery was very stressful and painful now I have to 'wait and see' - which means fight ins company for another procedure (no idea how that works), mentally rewind, time off from work again and more medical costs....Idk...it all is a big deal to me. There is really SOOOO much more - I've bitched enough. Glad you didn't have to go through this and wishing you a speedy recovery! Take Care!
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Insurance Preapproval Letter Received Today!
TaiDyed posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Moving forward...received the preapproval letter today from my insurance provider. Oddly, since I am a band to sleeve revision - they claim the sleeve is approved, but the removal of the band is not. Then there are additional notes indicating that "removing the lap band is considered part of the approved surgery on my stomach and that the code could be approved after the surgery" - I get that it's all an insurance and coding game and that my surgeon will do what he needs to do to make sure everything gets covered appropriately, but still it's like a puzzle to have to read between the lines. At this point, I go in on Monday 7/23 for the pre op appointment. Finalize paperwork and purchase the 2 week liquid Protein diet. I would prefer doing my own Liquid Protein, but of course they have their own product and require purchase from within their program. I went through it before when I had the band done through the same center back in 2008, so I know it's not miserable, but still, I wish they'd be more flexible. Oh well, it's a small price to pay. Band to sleeve revision surgery date is set for Monday, 8/6. Eleven days later I will Celebrate turning 44. I'm in the midst of a gazillion different emotions. Excitement. Fear. Disbelief. Doubt. I talked w/ my BFF tonight for a bit. She's known me since we were 15 and had seen first hand my struggles over all these years.She said that doing this needs to be for me and me alone and made it very clear that my friends love and adore me no matter what my appearance/weight is. I know she is right. In every aspect of my life, I am content and happy. Every aspect EXCEPT my weight. So, here I go. Again. Only a few more weeks to not over think things and freak myself out even more. -
no more band, it's a frightening world out here
Cleo's Mom replied to thereitgoes's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am very sorry this happened to you especially since you liked your band. But you did the right thing and perhaps down the road you can get a revision surgery to the sleeve or RNY. By then, maybe your insurance will cover it. Press them on it. But when you think of it - all WLS is unnatural - we put these foreign things in our bodies or re-route them and then act surprised when things go wrong. -
I'm sorry this is happening to you! How awful. When my band slipped, the only symptom was GERD and esophagitis. When I had my band out, I also chose not to revise. So, the surgery was pretty easy. Not much pain. I had a brief progression from liquids to solid foods, but much shorter than with the original surgery/weight loss process. I immediately felt better and aside from your normal post-surgical issues like a little gas and the incisions, it was a breeze. Good luck!
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5 months Sleeve to MGB post-op pic
NuHorizons replied to NuHorizons's topic in Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum
Thank you! I was sleeved in July of 2010, so I had my sleeve for 6 1/2 years before I got a revision. Many people do it sooner, but I held it off for as long as I could because I didn't want to have another surgery. Now, I wish I would have done it sooner. -
Hello Seattle lady. I am so glad you found a doctor that is in your corner. I hope your get your revision and some relief very soon.
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Band to Gastric Sleeve Revisions BCBS of TN/state
sarahopper posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I am having my band removed next week after several complications over the past 10 years of having it. After having it revised 3 times, I started gaining weight back about 2 years ago and started noticing other issues with my band. I have had severe acid-reflux and pain from my band recently. I have a hernia in my stomach, stretched out esophagus and nerve damage in my pouch. After talking with my doctor, he recommended having the sleeve done after having the band removed. I am really excited to get it removed finally but I am really nervous about getting approved for the sleeve. I have been through the 6 month of msd, psych eval and all the other hoops that they recommend to increase my chances of getting approved. My doctor recommended having the band out first and then 2 weeks later submitting the paper work for the sleeve approval. He feels like this would increase my chances to do them separately. Has anyone else dealt with BCBS of Tennessee? I work for the state. I'm having terrible anxiety about it! -
My New Beginning
BabyDiva posted a blog entry in Grrrr!!! Okay this wait is killing me!!! I’m losing my mind!!! Help!!!!
Hey Bandsters!! I’m so excited!!! I am almost done with this crazy process of getting my LAP-BAND® surgery!! I’m not every worried that this will be a revision to my gastric bypass surgery, as I already checked the benefit with my insurance company and it’s covered @ 100%!!! I'm not even worried about the surgery itself!! I met with the nutritionist yesterday and had yet another weigh in & to my surprise I lost 2 lbs. Just last week I was 212.4 lbs. Wow!!! Gotta be the scale I know I changed my eating habits to prepare my body for surgery again but wow!! Doing this good on my own I can’t wait until I get banded!! I will do even better I just know it!! The final step will be tomorrow when I meet with the psychologist!! I can’t wait!! I am so ready for to get my revision!! Yeahhhhhhhhhhh!!! LAP-BAND® America here I come!!! :thumbup: :cool: -
From what I have seen, (just from others, never had the band myself,) if you were able to successfully maintain a good weight with the band, but the band failed mechanically, then you should be able to do similarly with the sleeve. Those who have trouble with this revision are those who were never able to make the band work in the first place - they figured out how to "eat around" their WLS, and if one is intent on eating around one WLS, they will likely work out how to eat around another WLS.
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Plastic surgery patient wins malpractice suit
JamieLogical replied to My Bariatric Life's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
@@PorkChopExpress Don't be frightened. There are risks associated with any surgery, but botched plastics can mostly be avoided if you do your research, and look at photos and talk to real live past patients. Not that I am blaming the victim in this case at all! I am appalled by her results and very glad she was able to successfully sue. No one should have to go through something like that. I can't even really figure out what the surgeon in that case was TRYING to do to get results that bad! Anyway, like @@AvaFern said, the worst "disfiguring" you could expect with a reputable surgeon is scarring from infection or necrosis, which a surgeon has little control over. It's usually minor and can be surgically revised once you are healed up. -
aldmb2, my frustration lies with insurance saying the removal is medically necessary...but they choose what to revise to same procedure. As you said, external reviewers can't make insurance companies pay.
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I currently have a Lap Band and I just can’t take it anymore. I have stuck episodes to the point I pass out. I have gained 25 lbs in less than 6 months. It just isn’t working for me anymore. I have been approved for a revision to a sleeve. I’m wondering if anyone has any advice on Dr. Mario Almanza. Thanks in advance.
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I revised earlier this year from band to sleeve. My experience has been good so far and recovery was a breeze. I went back to work about 2 weeks later, but probably could have returned sooner. My energy was not great during the first month, as I regularly went to bed at 8 or 8:30 at night. Other than that, I experienced very little pain. There was some discomfort the first couple of weeks sleeping on my side, but my band was removed at the same time the sleeve was done, so this may not apply to you. Luckily, I have not experienced any complications and so far love my results. To answer your question, you will probably be ok to go to Disney 4 weeks after surgery. Is someone going with you to help with your son just in case you need to rest a bit?
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Ok. Please just try this out! I have the same insurance through my husbands job. They kept telling me 6 month diet requirement. But one day I actually pulled up their policy for it and saw that they had revised their policy at the end of the year 2019 and removed the 6 month requirement. I called them back and spoke to several representatives who said no that’s not true, we require 6 months. Well I had my first consultation with my surgeon dec 23. The nurse told me that sometimes policy gets updated but the representatives on the front end are not always aware of the changes. She suggested sending in the prior authorization at the beginning of the year and just see what they came back with. She sent the prior auth on Jan 2. On Jan 6, they let me know that I was approved. I had no diet followed by a physician. They hadn’t even received my medical records from my primary doctor yet. All they had was my first consultation with the surgeon and my psych eval(which is not bad at all). I had surgery feb 19 (I could’ve had it sooner but my schedule hindered it) So please see if your doctors office would do the same thing. They have changed things under that plan but unfortunately they are still giving out the old information.
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Unladylilke Gas (serious question)
StrawartS replied to Afterglow's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Anthony had a similar problem with uncontrollable gas. Check out this thread: http://lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?p=151624#post151624 I believe that he had his band removed and revised to vertical gastrectomy. How tight are you? I have found that when I am more restricted I am unable to burp...and it has to come out the other end. This is one of the complications they just gloss over during the presentation. Sorry you're having trouble. -
post op eating question for the "vets"
dbernier01 posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I just got approved for my revision -- 1st available surgery date is Aug 31st -- however I am scheduled to go to a conference (in Vegas) the week of 9/13-15 -- is that doable??? (not worried about not being able to eat, as I can back my Protein drinks and instant Soup.) OR should I ask for a date after the conference? -
Please Read.....need Any Info On These Doctors
lessofme2010 replied to shaundra's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
When I had my surgery with Dr. Kelly he was revising someone from the gastric bypass with the band to a sleeve. She rode in the van with me. She said Dr. Kelly is the only one she trusted.. My sleeve surgery with Dr. Kelly was awesome. He is highly skilled at the sleeve.. Julie -
Question for all Dr. Aceves patients?
Rev Me Up! replied to Ellie4me's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi- had surgery on 3/7/2011 - just over 6 months ago. I have lost 90% of my excess weight and I am still loding about a pound a week. I should get to my goal in a month at this rate. However, I will probably shoot right past it because I don't know how I would stop losing weight at this point - I can't possibly eat more!! I was a lapband revision and I am THRILLED with my experience with Dr Aceves and my results. The first month is brutal, but it is very effective. Good luck! -
I am in the process of trying to get my lap band removed and revised to the sleeve. My insurance company was agreeable and said that I needed to have another psyche eval and 3 mos of nutritional counseling, with which I did comply. My insurance company is First Choice through the ILWU... which is fantastic insurance, but they referred this claim out to Innovation Care Management for review. I have had my band for 6 years and I initially lost 70 lbs. and pretty much stayed at about a 60 lb loss until about a year ago. I had only a little over 3cc of Fluid in my band and could barely eat any solid food.... mostly Soups, shakes... nothing with any substance. My reflux is off the charts, having to sleep propped and taking the strongest dosage of meds twice daily. I can't eat much of any solid food without it coming back up. I had pretty much had convinced myself that this was the way my life was going to be , but after a conversation with dr. he came to the conclusion that my band had failed. After my consideration, I have chosen to have the sleeve, however my BMI is just at 35. While waiting for my approval, all of the fluid was removed from my band to help me heal before surgery. I have been able to eat a little better, but still not a lot of solid food. My reflux is pretty much the same.... I have gained 20 pounds and my blood pressure is vasilating and my BMI is rising . I was anxiously waiting to get my approval for surgery. The ICM doctor said since I was managing with the unfilled band, its better for me to just live with it like it is! My doctor had a peer to peer conversation with him and I still was denied! I need to file an appeal.... I read on here where someone had some info regarding appeals... letters, etc. Can you help a girl out? What a way to spend the holidays! Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Going back to horse riding
CowgirlJane replied to bngarza's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was a band to sleeve revision and they had me wait either 6 or 8 weeks - don't recall. -
I'm currently in my 2 weeks off for revision surgery
