Sleeve to Bypass

[about face 4]

After my EGD. My doctor is not comfortable with the Sleeve. He now suggest Bypass which makes me nervous. Any advice would be great. Should I even be nervous or give up on my journey?

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[shriner37 249]

I wouldn't be nervous, and I don't know why you would give up your journey for better health. Both surgeries are very effective and have long term benefits. The sleeve is a little less complex surgery than the bypass and perhaps requires slightly less behavioral changes post-surgery, but on the other side of the coin the long term weight loss of the bypass seems to be a little better than the sleeve.

I know people who have done very well with both surgeries. It is worthwhile to push your surgeon for more information so that you understand and are comfortable with his advice.

[about face 4]

I have Barrett's which affects your esophagus and stomach. Doing the bypass will eliminate the stomach acid. Which will help with the pre-cancerous cells found in patients with Barrett's.

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[livvsmum 2,369]

It sounds like your doctor has good reason to make the recommendation he's making. You can definitely have equal success with either surgery. The surgery is a tool. The extent to which you are successful depends on your use of the tool. Don't give up! It's just a change in plans! Good luck!

[KristenLe 5,979]

After my EGD. My doctor is not comfortable with the Sleeve. He now suggest Bypass which makes me nervous. Any advice would be great. Should I even be nervous or give up on my journey?

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Don't give up! Get all the education you need about Bypass and I'm sure you will be more comfortable with the decision.