Just got revision from sleeve to bypass!

[1Day1Life4Now 882]

I was sleeved in February of 2014 and had my revision to RNY on Nov 14th, 2016, My GERD was so severe that even Water gave me heartburn. Acid was always coming up into my esophaugus causing me to choke and cough. I had to carry a bronchial dialater with me everywhere. I had taken so much medication and it was no longer working for me. My surgeon was afraid I was developing ulcers and the possibility of cancer was increasing. She talked me into having the RNY. I had a few problems with it and ended up staying in the hospital for a week. I've been home for a week and a half and still having complications. Definitely not as easy as the sleeve was. The good thing is....not one it of reflux or heartburn and I no longer wake up at night choking. I had no problem getting the insurance to approve the revision since it was for health issues. My surgeon's office handled everything and the approval went through in a week. Good luck.

[Felinakayloves 26]

When I read things like this I wonder if I should even bother getting the sleeve and just go straight for the rny. Only have two more months to decide.

I can & I will

[stacyrg2 350]

Yes. I revised from VSG to RNY on 7/1 to resolve my severe acid reflux that began after my sleeve surgery

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How are you feeling? How much weight have you lost?

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Sorry, I just saw this. I had gained back about 12-15 lbs because the only thing that provided any relief was crackers. I've lost that weight and 7 lbs more. I'm down to my lowest weight. My surgeon told me I wasn't likely to lose a significant amount of weight. It's been slow going.

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[Pipergurl 34]

I am only 5 months out from gastric sleeve. I go on Tuesday for revision to gastric bypass. I'm very nervous. I had surgery in the summer so I didn't have to miss work (I'm a teacher). Unfortunately, with an hourglass stricture and a pouch above it holding my food, I am throwing up undigested food. I'm freaking out about the recovery. I only plan to take a week off of work because I'm still a newer teacher without a lot of leave. The note my doctor gave me to bring in states 2-6 weeks. Ugh! I had no pain after sleeve. They said it should be a similar recovery. It wasn't for you guys? We need our own forum for sleeve to bypass!!!

[seasidegirl 2]

Hi. I actually had a revision from Gastric Plication (2014) to RNY on Nov 28. I'm five days out. The plication had caused a lot of problems. It went horribly wrong. Caused a bulging and a blockage. A lot of tissue died. I also had severe reflux that caused erosions, ulcers and increased my risk for esophageal cancer. There was also a hernia. I'm so glad I had this revision and I regret being foolish enough to have had the plication. The pain from the RNY is not as bad and the nausea is WAY better than the first surgery. As far as weight, all I know at this poinis that I lost 4.4 lbs from after RNY day of surgery to next day. I'm still on Clear liquids, but added Protein drinks today. I'm sure I've lost more weight, but not going to check until post-op class on Tuesday. Have had diarrhea since yesterday and took an Imodium a while ago which doesn't seem to have helped yet! It's hard figuring out how much I can drink and how long I have to wait in-between. Just trying to sip every few minutes now.

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[FDclerical 318]

I have the same situation. I was sleeved Nov 2014 and I now have really bad acid reflux and heartburn all the time. Not sure how to go about seeing if I qualify through my insurance for a revision. I went through True Results and they aren't even open for business anymore. Really frustrating!!!

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Try your local hospitals in the area they should have a Bariatric team.but before that look for a PCP and maybe he can order you an upper g.i. to make sure your digestive track is good. Or call your insurance and ask about the specifics of your Bariatric plan maybe they can.help refer you to a specialist. I hope you feel better !!

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[FDclerical 318]

I was sleeved in February of 2014 and had my revision to RNY on Nov 14th, 2016, My GERD was so severe that even Water gave me heartburn. Acid was always coming up into my esophaugus causing me to choke and cough. I had to carry a bronchial dialater with me everywhere. I had taken so much medication and it was no longer working for me. My surgeon was afraid I was developing ulcers and the possibility of cancer was increasing. She talked me into having the RNY. I had a few problems with it and ended up staying in the hospital for a week. I've been home for a week and a half and still having complications. Definitely not as easy as the sleeve was. The good thing is....not one it of reflux or heartburn and I no longer wake up at night choking. I had no problem getting the insurance to approve the revision since it was for health issues. My surgeon's office handled everything and the approval went through in a week. Good luck.

Awesome that is good to hear you are home and healing. I know this process will be rough for me but definitely ready. Still no regrets just can't take the oain anymore. Dec 27th is my revision date !

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[Shauna Silva Williams 0]

I just had the revision from sleeve to bypass on 12/1 I am home but wanted to see if anyone else has had pain under there boobs and upper back on the right side is what I have. Just want to make sure it's normal cuzz this was more invasive and im n mkre pain with this one. I had thr sleeve on 11/14/13. I lost almost 100lbs with the sleeve. Please let me know if the pain is normal. Thank u

[01mojanet 5]

Dec 22nd

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Congrats

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[woo woo 872]

I just had the revision from sleeve to bypass on 12/1 I am home but wanted to see if anyone else has had pain under there boobs and upper back on the right side is what I have. Just want to make sure it's normal cuzz this was more invasive and im n mkre pain with this one. I had thr sleeve on 11/14/13. I lost almost 100lbs with the sleeve. Please let me know if the pain is normal. Thank u

Shauna you might want to start your own thread with this question in the bypass section, you will probably get more responses more quickly. GL

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[sickofrollercoaster 7]

I have United HC insurance. My doctor is submitting paperwork today for revision from sleeve to bypass due to severe GERD.

Anyone have advice? I'm so scared it will be denied.

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[Mili 56]

Hi mi name is Mili I am waiting for my insurance approval , I am very anxious.

Also I have a ? Why is the reason the sleeve to bypass , I just wonder. At first I want the sleeve , but my dr. Recommend bypass. I am diabetes . What is the difference one to another , I am mean for the change to one another. Thank you.

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[GmaDiana 81]

I had sleeve to bypass on Nov.22,2016.So far so good.

[1Day1Life4Now 882]

I was sleeved in February of 2014 and had my revision to RNY on Nov 14th, 2016, My GERD was so severe that even Water gave me heartburn. Acid was always coming up into my esophaugus causing me to choke and cough. I had to carry a bronchial dialater with me everywhere. I had taken so much medication and it was no longer working for me. My surgeon was afraid I was developing ulcers and the possibility of cancer was increasing. She talked me into having the RNY. I had a few problems with it and ended up staying in the hospital for a week. I've been home for a week and a half and still having complications. Definitely not as easy as the sleeve was. The good thing is....not one it of reflux or heartburn and I no longer wake up at night choking. I had no problem getting the insurance to approve the revision since it was for health issues. My surgeon's office handled everything and the approval went through in a week. Good luck.

Awesome that is good to hear you are home and healing. I know this process will be rough for me but definitely ready. Still no regrets just can't take the oain anymore. Dec 27th is my revision date !

Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App Your day is coming in just a couple of weeks. I wish you a lot of luck. I'm 61 so I think the surgery was a little more difficult for me. You should do fine..

[Snow Queen68 2]

I'm having the revision done soon from a modified sleeve to a bypass. I'd love to hear how it's going for you

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