I am new to this site/group. I am 58. Band installed November 2007. Moderate success over the years. Just as I reached 30 pounds from my goal, the band quit working. Weight, of course, rushed back on. In the course of seeking band fills, the band became infected and had to be removed in an emergency surgery January 2015. I thought I had learned to eat and perhaps I could manage without the tool, but gained ten pounds a year. I decided to do what I should have done ten years ago and pursue RNY. Fortunately, my husband moved me to Missouri and close proximity to some of the top dogs in the bariatric field.
I am two weeks out from surgery on 4/18/2017. Surgeons encountered minor complications due to scar tissue from the band, so the operation took twice as long. They kept me in hospital four days, for which I am grateful. Don't bounce back like I used to. I felt I knew what to expect after surgery somewhat due to the band experience. So far, I'm finding the bypass much easier. I don't feel "restriction" while drinking as I did with the band. I also don't feel hunger pangs or stomach growling. I am quite satisfied with the amount I can consume. In fact, it has been a struggle to consume enough Protein Drink each day.
My main challenge will be activity. I am a sedentary person, so getting that walking in is a challenge. Tomorrow is my 2-week visit. Looking forward to losing the staples as my incisions are well healed. Looking forward to moving to soft foods. So far, I am happy with this decision. Other than wishing I had done this first rather than the band, I have no regrets!
I look forward to being part of this support forum.
