Barrets esophagus

[NewLife4Me7 110]

Today I got my biopsy back and I do have Barrett's esophagus. I want to get the sleeve done in September but now my surgeon said I may not be able to get the sleeve but instead have a bypass...which I really don't want.The doctor has put me on pantomedzole for two months then have another endoscopy done. Has anyone had this problem?

[PRINCESSM 210]

Yes i have this along with esophageal stricture and my surgeon said it is fine. Just scheduled the sleeve surgery. Maybe a second opinion?

[mi75 1,235]

i also have barretts and my surgeon is ok going ahead with sleeve.

because of my GI history i actually thought that RNY was my only option.

when i met with my surgeon for my final appt, he and i had a lengthy talk about my options. he said i will stay on my PPI for a MINIMUM of 9-12 months post op and require some significant loss and then we'll try backing off the PPI and see what happens. i carry my weight ALL in front and he is fairly confident that when i lose the belly the reflux will naturally resolve.

i am stepping out in faith here and trusting him.

best of luck!