Soooo depressed!

[Shante92 2]

So I went in to get my surgery today! Whoop whoop! How exciting right?! Well how about they woke me up and said they can't complete the procedure because the anatomy of my body isn't normal. They said that my stomach is under my chest and that they say couldn't get to it! I'm so devastated. I'm sliced all open and I'm going home as if my liver was too big when I did everything right! I tried so hard on that liquid diet. They were talking about referring me to Birmingham because he feels that they can do it because they're better equipped, but I'm debating if I still even want it. I'm going through all of this pain for nothing and what if even they can't do it.. Then it's twice for nothing. Ugh I'm so hurt.

[Lady VS 1,147]

Oh my goodness!!!! I am so sorry to hear that. If they want to refer to a place that is better equipped to do the procedure then I think you should do it. Just make sure that they can though. Good luck with whatever you decide.

[lellow 1,713]

I'm so sorry you had to go through this! Right now I completely understand you feeling like just throwing the towel in, but give it a little while, and get that second opinion as to whether they can help you or not. You've been through a lot right now and you have every right to be pissed off, but don't give up just yet, you're so close!

[aviva1979 375]

i'm so sorry to hear that - what a disheartening thing to hear when you wake up. I'm with Lady VS - hopefully there is a place near you better equipped, and good luck with whatever you decide. Did they say if you did decide to have it done how long you'd have to wait?

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

My heart goes out to you- I'd be depressed too.

I agree with the others, I'd look into having it done at the other location. Just be sure you ask them a lot of questions first, like how this anatomy difference could potentially effect the band or if it raises your risk of complications.

Best wishes and hang in there!

[2muchfun 8,927]

Most docs don't do a fluoroscopy before surgery but sounds like your next doc should look at your anatomy a little closer. A fluoroscopy might give them a better understanding of what they could expect?

I feel for ya!

tmf

[Sharpie 3,306]

I had a Upper GI before surgery... not sure if that would have shown your issue though... I hope you are able to go through with your surgery as planned.. perhaps a specialist would help.

Don't give up....

[Quahog 134]

I can't imagine how you must feel. But please know my heart goes out to you. I hope you stay strong and don't let emotions sabotage your efforts.

Rooting for you!!!!!!

[LeeB1946 261]

Don't give up. Hopefully, the specialist can do the job and all will be well. Best of luck.