Gastric sleeve to bypass

[mickally 95]

I just got home from the hospital. The surgery went well. I'm running a mild fever if it gets worse I'll have to go back in. The pain is pretty bad.

[amyecpa 33]

I just got home from the hospital. The surgery went well. I'm running a mild fever if it gets worse I'll have to go back in. The pain is pretty bad.

I hate that you're in so much pain. I pray it gets better quickly. I've read a few of your posts because I am scared to death of this happening to me. I've had controlled reflux for the last ten years. I am now a week post op and this reflux is killing me ????. My surgeons nurse says it will just take time, but I'm scared of having to have revision. I would never have chosen that. I weighed 199 the morning of my surgery (5'4"). Good luck with everything - Amye

[mickally 95]

I wish I would have know about how the sleeve can increase reflux before I had surgery but sadly I did not connect the dots. I'm not exactly sure if I didn't highlight my existing reflux problem with everything else going on trying to get approved. My Doctors didn't think it was an issue. However the pain got to a uncontrollably point where revision was my only option. I a week out from revision and I'm so glad I did it. Don't be afraid of revision most sleeve patients who have reflux can keep it under control without issues.

[MamaTo3inNH 100]

I'm very disappointed in your doctors. My center stressed, at each and every informational meeting, that if you have even mild regular heartburn bypass is the best route to take.

They should have you taking omeprazole (maybe not til your 3 week check up) - that may help. It's taken for six months to prevent ulcers. If it helps, stay on it. That's what I was on pre-RNY for my reflux.

Hopefully you're on the mend soon

[mickally 95]

I agree I don't think it was stressed enough by my surgical team or I would have skipped the sleeve and had the RNY in the first place.

[amyecpa 33]

I wish I would have know about how the sleeve can increase reflux before I had surgery but sadly I did not connect the dots. I'm not exactly sure if I didn't highlight my existing reflux problem with everything else going on trying to get approved. My Doctors didn't think it was an issue. However the pain got to a uncontrollably point where revision was my only option. I a week out from revision and I'm so glad I did it. Don't be afraid of revision most sleeve patients who have reflux can keep it under control without issues.

How far out were u when u revised? I am only two weeks out, but I've dealt with reflux for the last ten years and what I'm experiencing now is unreal. I wake up in the middle of the night with acid in my throat and mouth. Ears, nose, and eyes on fire. My teeth feel as if the enamel is being eaten off. I've been told that it's too early to stress, but I can't help but to be worried.

I am currently taking Omeprazole 20mg in the AM and PM and I chew tums during the day. I will see the nurse tomorrow and talk about stronger options.

[mickally 95]

I was 15 months out. I was taking 40mg in the morning and in the evening. I was also chewing gums like a mad woman. It does sound like you are miserable! I'm sorry your having so much trouble.

[mickally 95]

It's easy to say not to stress about it when your not the one in pain.