Switch to RNY? Due to Hernia/Reflux

[megpie22 13]

My doctor expressed to me that she has to fix a hernia and therefore thinks that it would be better to do RNY. She states I have acid reflux of which I have no symptoms. I am highly anemic and RNY sometimes makes this issue even worse. I have been looking up that if they repair the hernia you have a 40 percent chance of having acid reflux/feed. I was wondering if any people have had similar issues? I do feel that gastric sleeve is right for me do to age, non-malabsorption, and somewhat slower weight loss. I have read many many stories with long term gastric bypass due to malabsorption. Thanks for your time.

I meant GERD not feed lol.

[megpie22 13]

Wow...I suck first post....I have read many stories of malabsorption issues with gastric bypass. Sorry.

[Madmax68 227]

Hi there! I was in exactly the same position as you. I had very good reasons for opting for the sleeve, but received a call from the surgeon a week before surgery. Although I had no problems with acid reflux, she saw a small hernia in the pre-op swallow test. She strongly urged me to opt for the bypass, stating she would likely have to do a revision a year or so down the road because of GERD.

I ultimately went with the sleeve and hernia repair. I've had no reflux/GERD, zero complications and have lost 127 lbs in 10 months, surpassing the surgeon's prediction by 13.6 pounds so far.

I'm not saying this is typical, but it is my personal experience. I wish you well!

Edited January 2, 2016 by Madmax68

[megpie22 13]

That is awesome thank You. My gut is telling me to go with the sleeve for some reason.

[Madmax68 227]

@@megpie22, you really should discuss all the options with your surgeon. I opted for the sleeve because I have longtime anemia problems and was worried about absorption of my psychiatric meds. I originally was looking into the bypass because there is more long-term info available and patients tend to lose slightly more weight.

Edited January 2, 2016 by Madmax68

[FL_Buckeye 12]

Hello! I had a sleeve and hernia repair on 12/16. I've only had extremely minor reflux issues in the past and had no issues for about a year before surgery. I did have pretty strong gas/acid pain in my chest and back for a couple weeks after surgery, but it's about gone now. I don't know if it'll get worse in the future or not. I hope not!

[megpie22 13]

Thanks all:) I have discussed with my surgeon and she feels strongly about it but it is ultimately my decision:) thanks again all.

[justme29 76]

My dr told me she would not approve me for RNY due to anemia and other Vitamin deficiencies. I had to be cleared by my neuro to make sure they were all on the same page. So, I think that lines up with how you're feeling. Are you able to get a second opinion? The sleeve can be done as an open procedure thought they don't like doing it. I had my galbladder removed not any hernia issues. So, that part, I'm not familiar with.

[cindyw41 761]

I'm getting the sleeve with a moderate hernia repair. I've had issues with gerd.. Thought I was having a heart attack once or twice.

My doctor said there is a slight chance for a revision but will probably be on a acid reducer forever.