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Does anyone else regret their surgery?

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Torressl1234    6

Torressl1234
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I'm 7 weeks out today and my recovery has been hell. I've been in the hospital 4 times for dehydration and Vitamin deficiency. I have a stricture and ulcer. Couldn't keep food down for weeks which led to numbness in my hands and feet. Had a few good days after dilation but alas the stricture is rearing its head again. I am down 47lbs which is great but my weight loss was halted for about a week due to lack of nutrition. Still regretting my surgery at the moment, just need hope that it gets better. I didn't think my health would be effected for the worst after surgery.

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facebro29    272

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I wouldn't say I regret the surgery but still haven't gotten to the point where I'm glad I did it. I'm 4 weeks post op.

So sorry to read about your nightmare. I hope you are now on the mend. Big hugs!!

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Torressl1234    6

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Oh ya at week 4 I was definitely not glad I had got the surgery. I'm at a point where there's worst things than being overweight. I'm still dedicated to the process, but very weary.

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James Marusek    5,244

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It takes awhile to return to a new normal. I think I finally reached my happy state at 6 months post-op when all the problems seemed to melt away.

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Djmohr    6,965

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Every day will get a little better. If you are struggling with a stricture, take the time to get it cleared up and things will get better for you.

I have never for even 1 second regretted my decision to have bypass surgery. it was the best thing I have ever done for myself.

Recovery is a process that requires patients. There are going to be good days and bad days....but the bad days will go away after some time.

The lifestyle takes some getting used to.

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Travelher    915

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I'm 7 weeks out today and my recovery has been hell. I've been in the hospital 4 times for dehydration and Vitamin deficiency. I have a stricture and ulcer. Couldn't keep food down for weeks which led to numbness in my hands and feet. Had a few good days after dilation but alas the stricture is rearing its head again. I am down 47lbs which is great but my weight loss was halted for about a week due to lack of nutrition. Still regretting my surgery at the moment, just need hope that it gets better. I didn't think my health would be effected for the worst after surgery.

I'm so sorry you are having such a rough time. I'm hoping they are able to find a permanent fix for you so you can start to enjoy your journey.

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Recycled    2,182

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Pretty much anything in life that doesn't go as planned will bring on regret. It may be tough but, give it more time. Time heals most things. ;)

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shedo82773    1,236

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I am so sorry you are going thru this. I can totally understand this!! I had my RNY on July 2, 2013. I started having trouble around the 4 to 6 weeks after my surgery. In Nov of 2013 I had my first ENDOSCOPE with a dilation. Again in DEC, Jan 2014 July 2014 with my last one on Jan 2015. I have had no problems since. My DR talked about moving my Stoma down to healthy tissue. But I haven't had a problem since!! It does suck for sure. But believe, me it was all worth it!! I lost 132#'s in 6 months. I did have an 8# gain. But I have maintained my 125#'s for 2 and 1/2 years. I know it is hard right now but hang in there it will and it will be all worth it. BTW they ended up using a size 18 balloon before it stopped the strictures. I know it is bad and you are wondering WHAT THE HELL did I do, but hang tight. and KEEP ON KEEPING ON!!!

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Sai    785

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Nope, I don't regret it at all (not my lap band nor my revision to sleeve this year) but having said that, I had an extremely easy recovery. I think if I had issues like some, I'd be feeling similar to the way you feel. I hope you feel better soon.

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Julie norton    2,850

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Time is a wonderful healer. This will be but a memory at the one year mark if all goes well!!

I don't regret a thing about the Wls. Even at down times. My life is richer in many ways. Good luck

Edited by Julie norton

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teedsg    253

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I'm 7 weeks out today and my recovery has been hell. I've been in the hospital 4 times for dehydration and Vitamin deficiency. I have a stricture and ulcer. Couldn't keep food down for weeks which led to numbness in my hands and feet. Had a few good days after dilation but alas the stricture is rearing its head again. I am down 47lbs which is great but my weight loss was halted for about a week due to lack of nutrition. Still regretting my surgery at the moment, just need hope that it gets better. I didn't think my health would be effected for the worst after surgery.

I'm sorry to hear that you were going through a rough patch. Praying you are healed. I hope things are getting better for you day by day. Keep positive and I'm always praying for everyone here. ;-) :)

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