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Hi guys! I still haven't decided on the sleeve or bypass any suggestions on how can I rule one out? I was leading towards the sleeve I just want to make sure it's the best choice for me!????

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@@solmedina did your surgeon give you any advice on which one he/she thought Would be best for you?

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I'm scheduled to meet him on Nov 7th I hope he helps clarify things more for me ☺️

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Recovery time was a big factor for me:)

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Malabsorption of Vitamins and such and the fact that with the sleeve, the digestion process isn't changed drastically were all big factors for me.

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@@solmedina Oh good maybe they will be able to tell you which is more fitting for you. My surgeon pretty much said sleeve! I thought I Would be getting RNY and he said sleeve would be much better for me. I think it's ultimately up to you though. The more I researched the sleeve the more I agree he is right. I just don't Know anyone with a sleeve only RNY thus is the reason I joined this site!

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I went with the sleeve because I did not want my plumbing rerouted or have a port in my abdomen.

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Malabsorption of Vitamins and such and the fact that with the sleeve, the digestion process isn't changed drastically were all big factors for me.

Same for me. I liked the idea that the basic digestion process was the same and that my insides weren't completely rearranged. Luckily, my doctor also thought thought the sleeve was a good choice for me.

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