RosieR 22 Posted August 18, 2016 So I'm done with the 6 month visits & tests come to find out I was told that the surgeon decided he cannot do the sleeve surgery due to chronic acid reflux,to add on I have a fatty liver wich he said it's not too bad,mild sleep apnea, stomach bacteria, and I have to be cleared by a neurologist due to a small amount of Fluid accumulated in my neck from an epidural procedure gone wrong Because of the chronic acid reflux he decided Gastric Bypass is more convenient because sleeve surgery will only make it worse (sighs) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bufflehead 6,358 Posted August 18, 2016 The gastric bypass is a great surgery -- I know several people who have had it, including family members. They have all done fantastic with their weight loss and maintenance and are in terrific health. The bypass should also cure your reflux so you won't have to deal with that any more. I am sure you will do great -- good luck with getting everything resolved quickly before surgery! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RosieR 22 Posted August 18, 2016 Thanks Bufflehead just so nervous about Bypass since people say it's so risky and all.... Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted August 18, 2016 Thanks Bufflehead just so nervous about Bypass since people say it's so risky and all.... Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App The risks are very similar. I am hoping to get the sleeve and would also be disappointed if I need Bypass instead BUT I'd do it - the risk of contuining at my weight and health issues are far greater than any surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OutsideMatchInside 10,166 Posted August 18, 2016 Bypass wouldn't be my first choice either but if that was my only option, I would take it. If you already have acid issues, the sleeve will make your life a living hell. So do what your Dr suggests. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ellapearl 26 Posted August 18, 2016 I will be eager to hear about this as I have 'silent GERD' and have been on meds for years. I wonder if doc will see the damage at the endoscopy and decline to do the sleeve?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted August 18, 2016 I will be eager to hear about this as I have 'silent GERD' and have been on meds for years. I wonder if doc will see the damage at the endoscopy and decline to do the sleeve?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Very likely. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RosieR 22 Posted August 18, 2016 Thanks so very much for the feed-back guys !!! And it's so very true at the rate my health is going......I think I need to listen to my doctor. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
