Gigi_Girl

I had a band-out sleeve on April 12. I work in an office but drive a lot between locations. Was out of work for 8 days. Have been very pleased. No more stuck episodes. My stomach feels better and I am losing weight again. I have lost 26 pounds between pre-op liquids and now (about six weeks).
I did have trouble with swelling and Fluid retention with the band-out portion of the surgery. It took about four weeks for the fluid to start being absorbed. I recommend massage and periodic heat to relieve discomfort.
Overall, I highly recommend the conversion. I still get tired a bit sooner that the past, but I feel so much better!

Mine was outpatient. Since I am 1 1/2 hour away from the hospital, I stayed in a hotel near the hospital and went to the doc office 1st thing the next morning to be checked before going home.

Writing to give you all an update. I had my band to sleeve revision on April 12. Today is April 17 and I am starting to feel real again. It helps that I am able to add Protein back today. My tummy is still sore and swollen, but seems the major soreness is limited to the area where the band and scar tissue were removed. I go back to the doctor on Friday for check up. My intent is to return to work on April 24 which will be 12 days out. I need to get some energy before then. While I do have a desk job, I do have a fair amount of driving between locations. I want to make sure that I am alert enough to handle.
Life is good.

That you all for the replies. So far I see 2, 8, and 9 days out of work after band to sleeve conversion. This does confirm 7 - 10 days is realistic. Any one else what to share their experience?

I had my revision surgery done on April 3rd. Doc said I had a lot of scar tissue and spent 45 minutes of the surgery removing it before starting the surgery. I am exactly two weeks out today and still having some pain, mostly at night. I am hoping to start working from home this week, but taking the time to really heal and make this surgery go right. I really want this weight off. Adapting to drinking Water and Protein takes some getting use to. I think your ability to go back depends on what happens during surgery and pain. Your body will require lots of rest the first week or so, so play it by ear. Go back when your body says it is ready. Don't .t rush.

Writing to give you all an update. I had my band to sleeve revision on April 12. Today is April 17 and I am starting to feel real again. It helps that I am able to add Protein back today. My tummy is still sore and swollen, but seems the major soreness is limited to the area where the band and scar tissue were removed. I go back to the doctor on Friday for check up. My intent is to return to work on April 24 which will be 12 days out. I need to get some energy before then. While I do have a desk job, I do have a fair amount of driving between locations. I want to make sure that I am alert enough to handle.
Life is good.

That you all for the replies. So far I see 2, 8, and 9 days out of work after band to sleeve conversion. This does confirm 7 - 10 days is realistic. Any one else what to share their experience?

I am scheduled for a band to sleeve revision on April 12. It is a long to coming and i am excited. If you have had this conversion, how long were you out of work? I have an office job and am planning on 7 - 10 days. Is this realistic?

Thanks for the feedback Christina.Rose!

I am scheduled for a band to sleeve revision on April 12. It is a long to coming and i am excited. If you have had this conversion, how long were you out of work? I have an office job and am planning on 7 - 10 days. Is this realistic?

That's a que to eat slower and chew more. I have had a band for five years and it still happens when I get in a hurry. bread is the primary culprit, so I try to stay away from it.

That's a que to eat slower and chew more. I have had a band for five years and it still happens when I get in a hurry. bread is the primary culprit, so I try to stay away from it.

That's a que to eat slower and chew more. I have had a band for five years and it still happens when I get in a hurry. bread is the primary culprit, so I try to stay away from it.

To be safe, call the doc. As you lose weight, you will be able to feel your port, but it should not be uncomfortable. I have done Zumba for years, before and after lap band without any problem. As I said, call the doc. You will feel better.

The answer will vary depending on several factors, but mainly on weight at surgery and the physician's protocol. The bigger you are, the quicker you lose. My physician prescribes two weeks of liquids post surgery, then to mushies.
That being said, I have had two bands. First in 2008, second in 2012. (The band sprung a leak and needed replacing.) in 2008, I weighed 270# and lost 11.2 pounds 2-wks post surgery. In 2012, at 210 pounds, I lost 6#.
I am interested in hearing others responses.

I was originally banded in 2008 right after my insurance started covering it. The sleeve was still experimental. This summer my band was replaced due to a leak. My doc recommended changing to a sleeve and I was supportive, but insurance would would not cover a different type of weight loss surgery "one type per lifetime". Heck, I had to fight them for four months to even replace the defect. Originally they only agree to take out the defect.
I originally picked the band over bypass for the same reasons as most--reversible, to rerouting, etc. However, if I was starting new today, I would choose the sleeve over band because of the lack of follow-up fills, unfills, 40%+ failure or replacement rate over time. The sleeve is a compromise between the band and bypass and gets a weight loss rate close to the bypass.

We are all here to share and support one another. If we don't listen to each other, who else is going to listen to us?

I was originally banded in 2008 right after my insurance started covering it. The sleeve was still experimental. This summer my band was replaced due to a leak. My doc recommended changing to a sleeve and I was supportive, but insurance would would not cover a different type of weight loss surgery "one type per lifetime". Heck, I had to fight them for four months to even replace the defect. Originally they only agree to take out the defect.
I originally picked the band over bypass for the same reasons as most--reversible, to rerouting, etc. However, if I was starting new today, I would choose the sleeve over band because of the lack of follow-up fills, unfills, 40%+ failure or replacement rate over time. The sleeve is a compromise between the band and bypass and gets a weight loss rate close to the bypass.

I was originally banded in 2008 right after my insurance started covering it. The sleeve was still experimental. This summer my band was replaced due to a leak. My doc recommended changing to a sleeve and I was supportive, but insurance would would not cover a different type of weight loss surgery "one type per lifetime". Heck, I had to fight them for four months to even replace the defect. Originally they only agree to take out the defect.
I originally picked the band over bypass for the same reasons as most--reversible, to rerouting, etc. However, if I was starting new today, I would choose the sleeve over band because of the lack of follow-up fills, unfills, 40%+ failure or replacement rate over time. The sleeve is a compromise between the band and bypass and gets a weight loss rate close to the bypass.

Your body is detoxing. It does get better.

Your body is detoxing. It does get better.

We are all here to share and support one another. If we don't listen to each other, who else is going to listen to us?

Hi there everyon!e I'm just so incredibly happy and my Dr. Surgeon too =) I went to get my second fill today and Doctor only put half a cc ( wich make it a total of 2 1/2 cc in my 11cc band) because he said i'm doing extremely good i'm two months post-op and I have lost 59lbs!!!! he said i'm doing as good as a gastric by-pass patient or maybe even slightly better yey me!!! So I though I would come here and share my good news with you guys that are my cyber family =)

Once you're back an solid foods and are completely healed from surgery, it will get easier. I have a Protein shake for Breakfast then just be sure to have Protein with my lunch and dinner. I use an app called Lose It to track calories but it also tracks nutrients like protein. Very often, I'll even plan my day in the morning just to be sure I'll get my protein that day. If I find I'm low, I make adjustments as necessary.
I do agree with elcee, the protein shakes are more of a Meal Replacement than a meal addition. They generally run around 200 calories and can really add up if you're drinking them along with meals. This could even be where you gained back the 2 pounds from.
Finally, as far as fatigue, remember you're still not even a month post op. You may feel fine but you're body is still definitely healing. It's not at all uncommon to have bouts of fatigue even 4-8 weeks after surgery as your body continues to recover. People don't often realize it, but healing takes a lot of energy supplies. It will get better for you, it will just take a little time.
Best wishes to you.

Sometimes I eat the extra calories, in fact, I believe that is the intent of MyFitness Pal. However, when I hit a stall, the nutritionist told me to stop doing that and to monitor my carb intact (which MyFitnessPal is great for). If you continue to lose with the net calorie consumed concept, I say go for it!