Duodenal Switch Surgery Forum

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Hi all! I am scheduled to have my DS on July 20th. I haven't even started my preop diet yet but looking forward to starting my new life. I must admit that I am a bit nervous as to the pain after surgery. I had a hysterectomy last year so I know a little bit of what to expect in terms of anesthesia and the like. This will be the first time I've ever had to stay at a hospital for more than a day. What was your guys' experiences? Nausea? Pain levels? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Anyone recommend a doctor that can assist with my blood work so I know what Vitamins and supplements to take? I am having trouble finding a metabolic doc. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Has anyone been able to eat a whole cheeseburger with bun at one time? I know some can't tolerate carbs but also wondering if it fits in new stomach Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Okay let me start with what I have been doing wrong......for over a year I have not been eating right at all maybe a meal a day no protein supplements. I have started back to school full time and not taking care of myself. I also was donating plasma NOT GOOD!!!!! I got so sick and have not been getting better. The lowest I got was 158 and now I am up to 190....My highest weight was 335. I am wanting to get back on track again and not sure how to do this and being a full time student and working. Whey Protein gives me gas bad.....not sure about protein bars was thinking of Premier Protein Bars because they are 30 grams of protein. How much protein should I do and carbs....…

So i was wondering if cream of chicken Soup ( strained out the meat of course)ok for the liquid diet pre op? Sent from my LGMS631 using the BariatricPal App

I am having my DS surgery on June 29th!! Yah me!! Super excited and anxious no nervousness yet. Any tips? Sent from my LGMS631 using the BariatricPal App

I am having my DS surgery in the morning- I am excited/anxious/happy and I hope I can sleep tonight...... I had a VSG 3 years ago, so that part of healing is done. I just hope all goes well and I can make it to the losers bench! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Anyone else have a June surgery date? Mine's the 22nd. I started the process Feb 17. I would like to go from 340 to 160, I'm 5'6" and 43 yrs old.

I am pretty sure I'm going to choose the sleeve for my WLS but I research the crap out of everything. I already know I can't have RNY because certain medications I have to take can't be taken after bypass. I also asked about meds after sleeve and someone linked a very useful list and the meds I take can be taken after the sleeve. Now it's time to verify with the DS. I can't seem to find a list of meds that can and can't be taken after DS. Is it the same as bypass or sleeve, or different from both? Specifically I'm worried because I have severe allergies, I have to take 3 allergy meds a day (zyrtec, claritin, and allegra) just to be able to leave my house, and my allergi…

I had my surgery 4 days ago and did really well in the hospital, the surgery went well and I was released by a little after noon the next day. Since I have been home I am having the hardest time ingesting my vitamins, medications and the protein that I am required to consume, along with the water. I am feeling very nauseated all the time and have to force myself to drink as required. The tastes are fine, I actually like the protein drinks I love drinking water and was a 96 oz a day person for the past 5 years. I am really struggling getting everything down. I have not vomited, I just feel like I am going to. I have a pretty bad hiatal hernia hernia and stage 3 Barrett's e…

Is my goal of 125 lbs a realistic goal? I had originally discussed with my Dr. that I really didn't have a goal weight in mind. I just want to be healthy, which still holds true. But now I do have a weight in my mind and it's 125. So I'm wondering if I'm just setting myself up for failure.

I am so excited/nervous/anxious and ready to go for Monday! I can't wait to be on the losers bench- I have been on Optifast for the last two weeks of prep and have dropped 20 pounds so far- can't wait to start my new life! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

HI Everyone- I had SIPS surgery with a removal of my Lap Band about a month ago. In the last week I have been experiencing a lot of vomiting which I was told wouldn't happen as frequently as my LAP Band. I am wondering if its simply a diet adjustment. Maybe I am eating too fast? Maybe I can't tell when I am full? Maybe I advanced my diet too quickly? I would love to talk to some people who have had SIPS so I can hear some experiences. Please!

I'm in Raleigh, Paul Enoch's is my surgeon and Nov 14th is my surgery date. I was going to have a lap band but he presented a new fairly new procedure he is doing and asked if I wanted to join a study on long term results. He explained that in Spain they have been doing this surgery for the last 3 years and in the states recently. My wife and I are in the medical field and his reputation is great. He is one of 7 surgeons nationally participating in the study it's called a Sleeve with single Anastomosis duodenoileal bypass (SIPS) . Anyone know anything about this. I can't find anything about this in any of the forums.

Sami got her GENEPRO samples, she made a shake this AM, and loved it!!! No taste, no smell and does not change the consistency of what you add it to. You can also sprinkle it on your food! 1 Tbs, is 30 grams of protein!!! You have to google the site that sells it!! Genepro.com Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

This is my first post but I've been reading the forums as I've gone through my prep for surgery. I'm having DS tomorrow morning in Raleigh, NC and am looking forward to continuing my journey to a healthier life!

Hello Everyone, I am new to the forum and have made the decision to get WLS. My doctor approved me for DS and I have an appointment with the nutritionist on Monday. I am concerned about the DS vs. getting the standard GP. I have done my research and understand the differences, risks, etc. Would anyone mind sharing the reason behind your decision to get the DS rather than GP and if you believe it was the right decision for you? Thank you, Roni

Good afternoon everyone! My name is Mike, I am having the Duondenal switch I have been reading through these forums for a few weeks now, and have finally have found the courage to finally post. I am 32 and currently 6'4 530lbs with a BMI of 64.5. I come from a large bodied family, and have been battling my my weight since i was little. I am married with 2 awesome kids. Thank you all, in advance for your knowledge and advice.

So I had my 1 mo. post op check yesterday and everything is going well. Down 38 lbs including preop diet. The only thing that I'm worried about is my b M. He said I should be going at least once a day, I'm lucky go twice a week. What am I doing wrong. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

Has anyone on the board had DS surgery in Mexico? This is my 1st WLS. Thanks!!

Hi all! So to start with I've ALWAYS had a tough to manage thyroid medication dose. Although I did have a couple years here and there where my dose would remain unchanged and even lowered on occasion. Since my surgery last year my dosage has required increasing every few months. We switched from Sythroid to Levoxyl and that hasn't made a difference. My last switch was in November to 200 mg Levoxyl with normal in limits blood work in February. I just had blood work last week and my thyroid function is completely out of range again. My TSH is 6.96 with a normal range of 0.40-4.50 while my T4 Free is in range. I have an appointment with my endo tomorrow morning but …

So I do a hard core workout 3 times a week. Of course now I am super super hungry after. I've been told this is normal of course, but how do you handle it when your belly can only tolerate so much?

Hi! I'm Tina in Tennessee and scheduled for a BPD/DS on Tuesday. I'm already down about 18 lbs and looking forward to my new life change of healthy eating. Any suggestions on things to make this easier? Thanks and glad to be part of this community Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am ravenously hungry today the only thing that I can attribute it to is the cortisone shots I got in my feet today. Has anyone else ever had this happen and how long will it last. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

Is the BPD (Biliary Pancreatic Diversion) with Duodenal Switch the same surgury as the Duodenal Switch. I was assumming it is when I joined this forum but in the hopes of not being mistaken I thought it wise to ask.

Hello all...you've got another newbie here. I have been prepping for BPD/DS for the last 6 months and now that I'm closers to scheduling surgury I'm so nervous and have even scheduled an appointment with my Doc to discuss in detail my apprehensions. I thought I'd throw some of them out there. I've been lurking reading others posts and one of the things that has made me nervous are talks of infusions, hematologists, tons of supplements and, horrible smelling bms that peels paint off the walls. Okay yes the poop thing is minor but peeling paint...that makes this girl nervous. I don't want to be the office social pariah. In all seriousness are infusions and hematologists wo…

What would most people here say was the amount of time of missed work post surgury? Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone! I am new to this site, my Daughter has had her surgery 2/10/16. We need help with food ideas, she is not hungry at all. She is lactose intolerant, we have a couple GENEPRO samples on the way in the mail, I hope she loves that protein! Today she can add fish!!! Yay!!! It just seems like the there would be other things she could add also! Any advise? Barb Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi sleeved 2/3/14, dealing with reflux and regain of 20lbs (never got under 200 lbs with the sleeve) Surgeon predicted my goal weight as 222 SW: 297. I've never felt my sleeve was done correctly. Looking to revise due to reflux and regain. Being directed toward roux en y, but I do not have a gallbladder, so wouldn't it make more sense (since I'm already sleeved) to go with the DS? HELP, I need some input.

Hi everyone, I had the sleeve gastrectomy surgery performed back in 2009. Unfortunately, I have gained my weight back. Admittedly, I did not adhere to the diet and exercise plan and once I started gaining, I was embarrassed and stopped going to the doctor. Add a divorce into the mix and I gained even more weight. I take complete responsibility for the weight gain, and I am now considering the DS as an option, since my original surgeon had mentioned that this could be the 2nd step of my sleeve surgery back in 2009. I meet with the office next week and am very nervous. I was hoping someone could tell me some of your high Protein food secrets, as I am trying to start…

I want to subscribe to the duodenal switch forum but can't find it. Sent from my LGMS631 using the BariatricPal App

What kind of Vitamins is best with SIPS/SADIS? liquid, patch, chewables? What brand have you had better results?

Hello all!!!! Yesterday I got my Surgery date!!! Needless to say, I'm excited and scared. I found out that my gall bladder will also be removed during the surgery. That surprised me. Of course, I looked up why they would have to remove it, and understand that it's a preventive measure, but I'm still not completely clear. Can someone give me the "why the gall bladder is removed during DS surgery for dummies" explanation? Thanks!!

I made a mistake and took 2 Iron tabs, 65 mg each. My iron was really low, I could tell because my RLS was acting up big time. Anyway, dinner just sort of stuck in my tummy overnight, still feels like it's there, and I've become increasingly nauseous as well. I'm able to pass gas, so there isn't a permanent blockage or anything. Has anyone had a similar experience? I'm sipping Water slowly this morning hoping things will naturally ease along. Any advice would be appreciated. I'm 2 weeks post op and until this moment was recovering really well. Thanks!

I am 1 week post op from my d.s. overall doing well staples came out yesterday down 27 total pounds since I began the preoperative diet. Having a tough time with not stretching and lifting I was feeling so good I tried to do housework and I'm back to day one. Also the Vitamins and Protein are gross and advice on a better tasting alternative sine we're chewable for life. Thanks in advance. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

When I have the DS done in a month and a half, I am REALLY afraid of not losing because I had the sleeve prior to this surgery and I won't be getting a sleeve revision. Am I really going to lose weight? Is getting just the DS worth it? The doctors say I will, but I would like to hear it from some veterans of this 2 part procedure who actually had 2 different parts! Thanks in advance... Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

7 weeks out from Duodenal switch (surgery feb 23rd 2016) and very frustrated, I cant eat anything hardly at all. All I do is drink Protein shakes (2-30g protein each a day) and liquids i can't do more the dairy starts reeking havoc on me then (Water, juice, soup). i get about 60+ oz of liquids a day but i cant eat almost anything solid still. Some (crackers with cheese spread, Peanut Butter crackers sometimes, scrambled eggs only sometimes, yogurt and that's about it. I try thin lunch meat one day it's ok with some minor discomfort next day i try it I throw up, one day some fish my stomach goes crazy numbly and gas but stays down the next day i try it I throw up. same wit…

Hello everyone! I am a VSG to DS revision and I'm so e cited that I have my surgery date! How has everyone else's weight loss been after this decision? Just looking for advice on how things went as far as weight loss- Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I got on the scale this morning, and my weight began with a "1". My weight was 319 on the morning of October 1, 2015, and I've been so looking forward to this day! I know that what the scale shows is only a part of the big picture, but the rest of the picture is positive also, and I'm so excited about the changes is my health and self-esteem. I just wanted to share this news, for me and also for those who are newly post-op, or having surgery soon. It feels amazing to say this to people who understand the little triumphs and the feeling that comes with them.

In my research about the DS, I found a blogger who recounted her experience with leaking from her belly button for MONTHS after the surgery. Is this common? There's so little information about the DS out there, that I'd love to know what complications might arise.

I had the sleeve in 2013 and am in the process of looking to revise to a DS. I am extremely worried about the insurance portion. I know "everyone's insurance is different" I get it. Having been through the insurance stuff before I do realize it's case by case etc. I have Aetna and I did read the policy jacket and all that. I just want to know is there anyone on here that was approved for a second surgery and if so what is your story? I have had a little regain but been stalled over a year and a "twisted" sleeve it looks like cobblestones on top of each other. My BMI is 37. NO COMORBIDIES (sp?) Has anyone been approved in a similar situation?

Is it true the more Protein you have in a day, the better your weight loss is? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello All! So I am currently in the pre-op stage and I have completed most of the testing. I had originally thought I would choose the GS, but have started looking into the DS. They seem to be fairly similar, but with the DS adding restriction, thus increasing Vitamin maintenance. I meet with the surgeon in 10 days and have been reading very helpful posts here, as well as reviewing the surgeon's manuals for each surgery. I have considerable weight to lose (BMI 45). I once was down to 185 lbs by counting calories and maintaining a log, but slowly gained it all back plus extra. So, I am a little worried about making the right choice the first time, as opposed to h…

Has anyone ever had to have a DS revised because of complications and/or not losing weight?

So, I am taking a poll what is you hw, cw, common channel length (cc) and are you happy with it. Thanks

I can't believe I start my two week liver diet this Friday (2/26)! 2 protein shakes 2 protein snacks and a lean meat and veg for the first week and the second week is 5 shakes a day! Does anyone have any pointers on how to make it through it? Thanks

I had my DS surgery on 2/2/16 so Protein supplements are important for me to get my protein in. I am really struggling with finding a powder I can tolerate. whey Proteins were way too sweet and it turned out a was having allergic reactions to them so I had to switch to plant-based. Pea protein was nasty. Soy protein was tolerable for about a week then it started to make me gag. Mixed plant-based is just as bad as pea by itself. I'm finally in Phase One of sampling real food but it is very hard to get at least 60 grams of protein in a day from the short list of items we can choose from unless I eat chicken all day (2oz every 3 hours). How have you handled the protei…

Hi guys, my name is Jennifer and I am new to Bariatric Pal. I was 3/4 of the way through pre-op for the SIPS/Loop-DS/SADI-DS procedure when NC BCBS decided to stop covering it and deemed it an experimental/investigational procedure. My co-worker had SIPS a little over two months ago with the same Dr group and insurance. Talk about frustrating. Looking into regular DS with Dr. Sudan in Durham. He seems to be well-respected for that procedure and the office is still close to me. A little overwhelmed by the Vitamin regimen that the DS will require, but consider it as my responsibility for allowing my weight to get this way. My mom suffers from SMO and co-morbidities and…

Hi all! I had the sleeve done Jan 2013, lost 150lbs and then gained back around 60 of them. Talked to my surgeon and we agreed that my best option at this point would be to revise to the duodenal switch. I AM super excited about having another second chance but I'm terrified aboutt failing again. I also am more worried about recovery time because my boss if acting very reluctant to give me a lot of time off(I'll only have 9 months in so I'm not eligible for FMLA). I'm really hoping to only need two weeks off but I know I needed a lot more than that the first time around. Any advise or stories about recovery? I just want to be optimistic while still being realistic…

Hello all. I see lots of posts about weight loss and numbers and what the scale shows during the first few months following a DS. I've also seen a few photo 'journals' that demonstrate what the weight loss looks like over time. Did anyone keep track of their clothing size as they lost weight the first 3-6 months? Would anyone care to share how their clothing size changed during that time? I know it's different for everyone, I'm just curious. Thanks so much!