Acid Reflex and the Sleeve

[Pretty_In_Purple 112]

So, I'm finally scheduled for the sleeve on April 7th! YAY! However, I'm continuing to research and I'm reading if you have acid reflex before having the sleeve it may not be a good idea to get the sleeve but rather the gastric bypass (RNY)! BOO! I'm so upset I'm sitting at the computer bawling my eyes out! Did anyone have acid reflex before the sleeve? did it get better or did it get worse? My acid reflex has been under control with Prilosec for a few years now but before Prilosec I would have terrible heartburn! I was given an upper GI where I had to drink this stuff and they would take x-rays of my esophagus. The test results had come back that I did show signs of having past heart burn problems. UGH! Wouldn't you think if it were bad enough results my doctor would tell me it wasn't a good idea for the Sleeve? Please, Can someone bring me some relief until I can get a hold of my doctor next week?

Thank you,

Jess xoxo

[lark60 431]

I had reflux before the sleeve and was taking Prevacid daily. I do not have as much reflux symptoms post sleeve and continue to take Prevacid daily.

[Pretty_In_Purple 112]

Okay, So you're still able to take your medication for it? That's good to hear. Thank you for your comment! I really, REALLY appreciate it! I just want to make sure I am making the right decision for myself as I'm sure everyone wants to do.

[jdillon 355]

I am having my gallbladder removed before my sleeve surgery and during sleeve surgery they are also repairing hiatal hernia. These procedures are supposed to help with the acid reflux I get. Has anyone else had their gallbladder removed prior to surgery? Did it help even after sleeve surgery?

[Pretty_In_Purple 112]

I am having my gallbladder removed before my sleeve surgery and during sleeve surgery they are also repairing hiatal hernia. These procedures are supposed to help with the acid reflux I get. Has anyone else had their gallbladder removed prior to surgery? Did it help even after sleeve surgery?

From my upper GI my doctor said there was no sign of hiatal hernia. My upper GI didn't consist of any tubes going down my throat though. I just had to drink some stuff standing up and lying down and they took x rays. Does this sound familiar to anyone?

[Pretty_In_Purple 112]

I am having my gallbladder removed before my sleeve surgery and during sleeve surgery they are also repairing hiatal hernia. These procedures are supposed to help with the acid reflux I get. Has anyone else had their gallbladder removed prior to surgery? Did it help even after sleeve surgery?

Also, I have heard that rapid weight loss can cause gall stones which are very painful, from what I've been told, so maybe count it as a blessing?

[jdillon 355]

From my upper GI my doctor said there was no sign of hiatal hernia. My upper GI didn't consist of any tubes going down my throat though. I just had to drink some stuff standing up and lying down and they took x rays. Does this sound familiar to anyone?

I'm having gallbladder removed on Friday! Sleeve in July.