MissLaLa05

I had the sleeve done in 2009 and I lost about 70lbs but in the past year I have regained most of the weight back. I am now in the process of doing all the pre testing to do the bypass but i have so many concerns that I'm just confused as to weather I should have the surgery. I keep hearing that having revision surgery puts you at a higher risk for complications and gastric leak. I keep telling myself that its just like having any other surgery and there will always be a risk but I'm still scared to death. Has anyone here had sleeve to gastric bypass revision? I hope to here from someone just to hear from someone that had gone through the experience and maybe can share some pointers.

Thank you both for replying. I'm waiting on insurance approval so I don't have a date yet. I was happy when I made the decision to have the gastric bypass because I felt like I was given a second chance but last week when I went to see my surgeon for the final visit before the surgery he told that my risk for gastric leak is higher because I had surgery before and that just killed my spirit. He didn't say that it will happen but he wanted me to know of the possibility that it could happen. I know with ever surgery comes a number of possible complications but I keep asking myself if i should put myself at risk, @abbybeep ...after all you have went through do you regret anything? I'm worried that if I don't go through with it I will the surgery I will regret it because I will continue to be over weight.

OMG, I can't believe I have 5 more days until surgery. I'm so ready for this. Mentally and physically ready! It's like a dream and someone better not wake me!!! Lol :-)
Surgery date: May 14, 2013

Wishing you all the best !!!

Wishing you all the best !!!

Lol ima try the music I'm thinking that definitely could work because we both love music

I wanna get back into the mood of making love to my soon to be husband I think we should try need stuff Im thinking i wanna try sex toys and porn any tips ladies???
I heard they make alot of interesting things at The Love shack/Priscilla & McCall's

So I've been seeing a lot of your posts the lasts couple weeks and have to wonder, after all the crap you've been through...are you in therapy? For starters you had an abusive relationship that no doubt has a lot of baggage that requires working through. Now you're apparently chronically I'll and again that has a lot to work through as well....
I know this doesn't answer your question or solve your problems but just wanted to make sure you are getting the help you need....
HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 255, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 223

Left side is where the heavy equipment goes through and they really tork on our muscles-this is how my surgeon explained it. The area was hard for a bit for me too and I figured it was scar tissue as this can happen after surgery. It has since become normal and no longer hard.

A hard area around the incisions is normal....its called a healing ridge. I feel like I have 7 large marbles under my skin. My most painful incision is on the right but I think it is where my gallbladder was removed during the operation.

DlCoggin, wow!!! Thanks! I needed to read something like that. Yet again I find myself with tears in my eyes. I don't know what I would do without the support of everyone from this site. All the advice is definitely making me think things different.

It is an unfortunate, but undeniable fact that the vast majority of folks who have never struggled with obesity believe that "diet and exercise" are always the answer. Science tells us exactly the opposite. For people with a BMI of 30 or greater, the failure rate of diet and exercise is almost 100%. It simply does not work. And doctors have known that for years. But until bariatric surgery, they simply had no other option to offer. Those who are unsupportive often have the very best of intentions. They are concerned about the risks associated with surgery. And at the same time fail to understand (or chose to ignore) that obesity is a progressive, degenerative disease that has reached epidemic levels and is the number two cause of preventable death in the U.S. There are decisions in life that have to be made on a personal level. For those who cannot support the surgery option - their concern is understandable, even appreciated. But that does not change the fact that bariatric surgery is the single most effective treatment currently known to medical science for obesity (and more than 30 associated co-morbidities). And not by a little but by a very wide margin. Friends, family and loved ones must understand and respect your right to make what may well be the most important decision in your life. Manipulation and ultimatums are not options. And they are not acts of love.

Thank you ladies! You all have no idea how much all your support is helping me through this tough stressful time for me. Ever since I got my surgery date, it's been nothing but stress over here. I just want to be healthy,happy,and thin

Say you don't have it because of him. Will you be happy and healthy? If your answer is no the rethink the relationship. You should be happy with YOUR decision and your health. He's probably insecure, but don't let him change your mind, heart, and break your spirit.
He will still be apart of your life because of your daughter, but if he leaves its HIS fault.
He will get to see drop and will see how healthy and happy you are.
Sending you lots of positive vibes.
Choose happy and healthy!
Surgery date 7/25/12

My husband did the same thing but when he realized I was doing it no matter what he said he kinda jumped on board. Took me to hospital and just acted more serious than brushing me and the topic off. This was over many months that he said the same exact thing " you don't need this you can do this on your own" or "you'll never be able to stick to it" " your skin is going to hang" some of my motivation is to prove him wrong. I'll be 4 weeks out on 25th and I'm down 27 lbs not so bad. He said the the other day "your looking good Deb " please don't let him change your mind! It's your life not his he doesn't have to love in your shoes everyday. He's being selfish for what ever reason . It's not so bad over here on this side come on well make room for you on the losers bench! Put you first! Good luck to you !

May Surgeries:
Updated:
May 1
Misty f
May 2
CathyBarnshaw
Kurstin
May 3
dunwithfat
May 6
askinnyme1
lookingforward16
Smurfette2013
May 7
buckeye_girl40
tinkycheeks
Shannalee
May 8
Barbara
Val
May 9
ladybug4001
May 10
Nagrin
May 13
Twankie85
hsegel
VTMnkyGrl
MissLaLa05
May 14
DebbieG
candace0822
May 15
Chatsmom
yasminsnewjourney
ColoradoChick
JoCoMom
Kwagner01
May 16
doingit4me
May 17
Dawnolson
May 20
iverina
Fancie57
brandnewme2013
May 21
A_newMeex3
mgrymonprez
May 22
amylyn205
EvelynKP
May 23
terry1118
May 27
heksie88
Pending Dates
Tyra22
Monalisa35023
Mitzie46
babysteps
If I forgot anyone, just let me know! May is a good month. We are growing.
Surgery date: May 14, 2013

The biggest thing I'm looking forward to is wearing really cute clothes.

Yaay, welcome to our May Surgery Group! :-) I will add you to the list.
Surgery date: May 14, 2013

CONGRATULATIONS !!! I just go the call today and my date is set for May 13

The long process is almost over, Insurance just approved me and I am scheduled for surgery next Tues April 23rd. I am so ready for this journey to start.

Just found this forum on my new IPad. I had surgery 9 days ago. Still on my liquid diet and I see my Dr. Tomorrow. Kinda anxious to see how much weight I lost. Hope to meet great people here or support and encouragement.
Nicole

Thank you so much for sharing your story with me Abby and I'm happy to hear that after a long journey you have lost all the weight and are happy. Although there may be some ups and downs you have reached your goal it was all for a great cause. I have been so scared ever since I spoke to my doctor last week and I have even reconsidered the whole thing but I worry if I don't I will continue to struggle with my weight. Chatting with everyone online has helped me and hearing everyone's personal stories has given me the strength to go through with it.