Bryn910

I think you’re doing the right thing! This is the perfect time to get your health in order. It is a scary journey but an exciting one! i think age is now on your side for your approval so I wouldn’t worry about that. Good luck to you

I takes me 3 “sips” to drink 1 ounce

Congrats! I am 6 days post op from sleeve to bypass so I don’t have enough experience yet but my recovery is easier than the sleeve thus far. i too was a bit pressured into the sleeve vs. bypass 7 years ago. I never even heard of it back then. Only the band and bypass; I wanted the bypass for the restriction & malabsorption. i didn’t lost about 40 pounds with my sleeve and gained it all back. I also had no restriction after about a year. GERD also developed welcome to the revision crew!

I have already had a gym membership for years prior to my surgery if people do not like the atmosphere of gyms...I recommend Fitness Blender on YouTube for at home exercises. I used them for a while and gained so much strength and lost weight. I only purchased interchangeable dumbbells and they show you how to modify the exercises. i absolutely despise gym trainers. Make sure you check their credentials before signing up with them. Most get their training via online 6 week courses. I would rather spend money on a certified sport conditioning specialist

If you’re feeling like temptation is there, just step back, breathe and tell yourself this is all for a reason. This is for your surgery to make sure your surgeon has the best tool he can work with, you’re his tool. And in return he will give you a tool so you can love your life in the healthiest way possible. Dont worry, we have all been there and it’s hard. But you can do it!

Yay! Can’t wait to hear about your updates. I just know it’ll go well

Hi! I am doing well, starting to feel like my old self. Just really tired, not sleepy, but just fatigued. Like yesterday I did some minor cleaning and I felt exhausted lol. I am think doctors prefer sleeve because of less complications? I am not sure. But yea, so far I am happy with my revision. I will know the real deal once I start eating food again

Congrats! That’s one day before my birthday

Congrats! May you continue to have a smooth recovery

I am just speaking for me but I had the sleeve 7 years ago because my surgeon convinced me to get it although I wanted the bypass so I obliged. 6 days ago I had a revision from sleeve to bypass. I developed really bad GERD & experienced regain. And weird enough I had lost mos of my restriction. I could eat a lot of protein and never feel my restriction. My GERD was so bad that I was burping just from taking a sip of water when I first woke up I originally wanted the bypass because it gave me restriction and malabsorption; and I have over 100 lbs to lose. Now I have seen people lose over 100+lbs with the sleeve but it just wasn’t for me. Just discuss your wants/desires with weight loss/health with your doctor and let them help you make a decision. I wish you luck!

Both my doc and nutrionist said no

Developed GERD, regain & I felt no restriction.

I just had my revision from sleeve to bypass 5 days ago. My recovery thisngo round was excellent compared to my sleeve. Granted I am new to this so I don’t have much to offer right now in terms of info.

It’s normal to be nervous! Much luck to you tomorrow!

I think it will be good for you to speak to a professional and I hope that your surgical team will give you information that you can use besides the typical diet options. but you pretty much answered your own question, you have been obese majority of your life and you have kids whom need their mother. That would be enough for me. no one is every fully ready for a lifelong change. The same thing when people say “oh, you’re never ready for kids.” Your nerves are just talking and that’s ok. You have got this! The journey will be well worth it I am sure. And remember, there’s all of us on this forum with tons of info

My nutritionist stated that a sugar free popsicle is considered 2 ounces (they’re more like 1.5) so maybe have more of those if you’re having trouble getting in fluid? If I have 2 a day I am able to surpass 64 ounces of fluid. I just do popsicles, water and protein drinks. I tried jello but wasn’t feeling it and I really can’t fathom broth (too hot for me)

They will tell your bro in law to keep the bag until you are in your own room. So only take your ID, insurance card and any form of payment if you have a copay with you when you register. after you register, your bro in law will hold onto these things. He can actually keep your bag in the car until they notify him of your room number and from there he can bring it to you. The clothes you will take off (that you’re wearing) will either go off to your bro in law if he comes back to the set up room with you or they will take and put In operating room and then put it on your bed (after they transfer you from operating room table to bed). they will want your bro In law to take your things so they don’t get lost in translation and they aren’t responsible. The only thing I brought back with me was my cpap that followed with me to my room and through recovery. It was labeled

I am not on a full liquid diet and I had no drain. I have my 1 week post op this Thursday and doc said I will be on liquids for 3 weeks but he never mentioned full liquids.

If you mean a sleeve to RNY, I am post op of this exact revision. the surgery went well but I am still on liquids and haven’t hopped on the scale so I can’t really say how it is now. But I got the revision due to not losing weight, no restriction and GERD

I was not recommended one but I can see how it helps ease pain/soreness in that if you have a larger abdomen it helps with all the jiggling around that increases soreness/pain.

It is very exciting! Good luck to you

Much luck!

I had to pre-pay for my surgeons fee that I paid beforehand which was about $600 but anything else was the copay that I paid at the hospital. I would call your insurance company and verify the payments again and if they need an answer of nights, give them 2 and they should reimburse you or if you’re in there longer they can bill you. I can’t see this would be a huge issue though. If so, have your program coordinator call

I am ok, just now starting to feel like my old self. Haven’t pooped yet so doc told me to take milk of magnesia before I go to bed. I just have that tugging sensation on my belly at the incision sites. Changed my bandages today and my incisions look great! No leaking at all.

Have you tried clear protein? Premier makes a clear protein that is similar to Juice, I mix in a crystal light to enhance the flavor. It is not uncommon to root reach your protein goal within the first week I believe. If you’re allowed pudding/applesauce I would just mix protein powder in with that. I also recommend splitting up your protein so it doesn’t feel as if I am trying to drink a whole shake at on once. I am 4 days post op and can get 40 grams in if I do a protein breakfast/lunch/dinner and continuously sip water in between but yes, call your nutritionist if this continues and you can’t reach your goals