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I had the sleeve done in October 2017. I was 300lbs and went down to 185lbs and i was still losing. I found out I was pregnant back in June 2019 and it was unplanned. I ended up gaining a lot of weight and when I had the baby I was 252lbs, and I am now 230lbs. The pregnancy was hard on my body, and stretched me out and caused my stomach muscles not to work and I am now in the process of have a revision surgery of my sleeve to a bypass as I developed severe GERD during pregnancy that never corrected itself after. I think I would have lost weight if I was able to breastfeed, but my daughter being 7 weeks early made it difficult and I had no choice but to supplement with formula. After giving her a bottle she never wanted to breastfeed. When I was breastfeeding and pumping, I went down to 218lb the first few days after giving birth but my body wasn't producing enough milk . Probably because I couldn't eat or drink enough that was required for my body to produce the milk needed. thus my nutritionist told me good luck losing the fat stores w out breastfeeding. Overall, it was worth it and I do it again. I had just turned 35 so maybe my age was a factor too. However, I love being a mom. It was worth it and I'd do it again. I was told since I was 13 I'd never be a mother ( I wasn't heavy just had other issues). She's my miracle and she was worth it! If you want a baby, then have a baby. Will your body be the same. No. Probably never again. Is it hard and exhausting ? YES and YES! . Will you gain! YES! Will you lose it? YES! As long as you don't develop issues like me, do everything wrong like me, and see your dietitian which I didn't, I'm sure you'll be fine. Just don't use it as an excuse to over eat, and eat poorly or starve because you're afraid of gaining! I also lost my father 10 days prior to finding out I was pregnant. I was an emotional mess and did everything wrong. Do it right and I'm sure you'll be fine. Either way it's worth it. And Id do it again. She was worth every pound! Trust me.
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BCBS Federal Standard
thinnatater replied to Grahamco's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
@tina which revision surgery did you have? I have BCBSIL too and hoping they will approve :) -
1 week post-op I feel very weak and out of breath
PuraVida37 posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi guys, one week out from lap band revision to sleeve. I'm doing ok pain-wise, but I'm just so weak and even getting up off the couch to walk across the room makes me feel like I've sprinted. I was checked by my doctor and spent the day in the ER doing cat scans for blood clots, EKG, blood work. Everything was normal. But I am definitely not. I'm fine if I'm sitting on the couch, but moving around, even to prepare the small meals has got me exhausted. Is this normal? Is it due to taking in so few calories? What am I doing wrong? Yes, I'm taking my vitamins and meeting protein and mostly meeting liquids goals. I'm on Lovenox as a preventative for blood clots. -
Band to Bypass
emma6588 replied to Nashvillemama's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I’m going in for my band to bypass revision on the 26th I can’t wait -
I never had any regrets when I had my lap band put in 11+ years ago, despite getting horrible GERD and that the band likely causing my hiatal hernia. And I really don't think I will regret my revision to a VSG two weeks ago either. Not to go to "a dark place" in this thread but honestly, the point that my bariatric surgeon brought up in the seminar when I was considering the lap band years ago was "Why is it that you never see anyone who is old and obese? Because if you're obese you generally don't make it to old age." That has just stayed with me ever since. Wishing you all the best on your journey!!
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Hi! About 12 years ago I had the lap band. I started at about 280 lbs and got down to 200 lbs but now I’m back to about 240 lbs (I should be around 140 lbs). I have terrible reflux, morning bile in my throat, and vomiting multiple times a week. I found a great revision doctor and he has approved me for revision to gastric bypass. I’m going in on 4/23 to make sure my band has slipped so that insurance pays. But regardless (I will self pay at this point- even if I have to sell plasma), I’m having the bypass and I’m so excited. Any one out there that can give me some good advice? What to expect? I appreciate any guidance!! Thank you so much! 💜
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1st Denial due to weight gain from medication
jmarie26 replied to sleepyowl85's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Are you limited to the McLaren network? If not, I recommend Dr. Stalin- he is part of the Ascension network. He used to split his time between Genesys and St. Mary's (Saginaw), but since COVID, he has consolidated down to just one office- in Saginaw. When I went to a group informational appointment (pre-COVID), I met people who were getting a revision with him- from both Hurley and McLaren. From what I gathered, the program his office has set up is the best in the area. -
How severe is your GERD and what is involved with a revision? I am having horrifying reflux almost every evening and throw up probably 3 days a week. I am over 4 years post surgery and didn't anticipate any of this happening!
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2 months shy of 2 years. Happy with my weight loss but struggling with GERD and may need a revision. Currently undergoing testing.
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21 months post OP. Severe GERD. Endoscopy shows lax LES and 12 MM Antral nodule
starladustangel replied to starladustangel's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Nodule came back as benign but they want to remove it with an endoscopic ultrasound. My gastroenterologist says their recommendation would be revision to RNY. I had a virtual appointment with my surgeon and my surgeon is sending me for upper GI xrays in case a hernia or stricture was missed in the endoscopy, -
Any April 2021 bypassers?
NimbleBean2 replied to HoltHope2021's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I'm scheduled for bypass on 4/13. Started the liquid diet today. This is a revision for me. Got the band in 2009, and did really well, but it slipped about 5 years ago and had to be removed. Of course, the weight is all coming back. Was hoping for the sleeve, but I have a hernia, so my surgeon says bypass is the way to go. So, this is what I need to do to be healthy. Good luck to everyone! -
Any April 2021 surgeries?!
NimbleBean2 replied to KidaandRoux's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm scheduled for bypass on 4/13. Started the liquid diet today. So far so good, although I have a headache due to no caffeine. But that will subside, I'm sure. This is a revision for me. Got the band in 2009, and did really well, but it slipped about 5 years ago and had to be removed. Of course, the weight is all coming back. Was hoping for the sleeve, but I have a hernia, so my surgeon says bypass is the way to go. So, this is what I need to do to be healthy. -
Lapband removed and gaining
kerrik54304 posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had my lap-band removed a little over a year ago due to complications. Since then I have gained 30 pounds and growing, and now have a BMI of 35. I met with my surgeon today in hopes of getting a revision to gastric bypass. He does not believe I would qualify due to my BMI not being 40 or above, although my band was removed due to complications. He is still willing to play out the process and see what happens (dietician visits, etc.). He has also ordered a bunch of tests to see if anything shows up that may be obesity related that may help the process. Has anyone else been in the the same or similar situation? What was your outcome? I appreciate any feedback. -
I'm an RNY patient (gastric bypass), but I've been hanging around on this and other boards for a few years now, so I can address some of these. complications like you described are pretty rare. The most common complication with the sleeve is GERD, which happens to about 30% of sleeve patients. Most cases of GERD can be managed medically, but some people end up getting revised to gastric bypass, as that often improves (or can even cure) GERD. re: diarrhea - actually, constipation is much more common. It's due to the high protein diet plus some of the supplements (that is, if you have to take iron and calcium - not all sleeve patients do). nausea/vomiting/etc - that's not uncommon in the early weeks after surgery, but after that, no - not very common. Blockages, etc - none of that common. Seriously, the GERD issue is the one that's the most common. Food intolerance - you'll most likely be on a fairly restrictive diet the first few months (and very restrictive the first few weeks), but after that, there's nothing that's prohibited. Some people do develop some intolerances and just can't stomach certain foods anymore, but there's nothing that's restricted after you're a ways out.
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I am going back and forth because I used to work out and eat right. I lost my way and now am a mess. Really looking to hearing about the experience from start to where you are now specific to the sleeve. Did you have a hard time getting back up and moving after surgery. Were you having vomiting issues, any leaks or a need to have additional surgeries? My doctor wants me on a pure liquid diet for 5 weeks. Nothing but protein drinks and pureed soups at most. That part I can deal with I am just worried about some of the negatives I have read about on other sites such as chronic nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Any one had to deal with Gallstone issues following surgeries? Scarring that caused blockage and needed a revision? Sounds like these things could pop up over the long term including ulcers so wondering if anyone has had these experiences. What about food intolerance? Big Italian family who drink wine and do Sunday dinners at least twice a month. I am good with the moderation completely just concerned that I wont be able to tolerate anything normal in the future. I am second guessing my decision but know I should probably not be. I have lost 12lbs on the pre-op diet and have been optimistic until now. Think I am allowing paranoia to take me over:( Words of wisdom and any stories you wish to share on what you experienced over a period of time would be most welcome. Thanks for listening
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I'm not sure about the mechanism. I was revised to bypass last month from gastric sleeve and I also have no restriction. I also have not lost any weight in over a month. Not sure it was worth it.
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RNY because of GERD, not weight loss?
Secondtimelucky replied to AmandaQB's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I’m scheduled for bypass in a week. It’s a revision from a sleeve. I’m having bile reflux and that’s the primary reason I’m doing the surgery. I’ve had some pretty mixed feelings about it, but logically it is the best choice. -
Only one person knows about my first WL procedure (assuming she hasn't told anyone), she'd had a lapband many years ago, so knows of weight loss struggles. I didn't tell anyone of my revision procedure, some people may suspect something but haven't directly asked. I chose to go the privacy route because essentially it isn't any one's else business, I didn't tell all and sundry when I went through very early menopause, why is WLS any different. For these reasons no one ignores my WLS or any struggles I may experience or may have experienced, put simply they don't know. I can't say I've ever felt ignored on bariatricpal, I may have had a post or two where nobody responsed, but that's fine if the post didn't or doesn't prompt someone to reply, it obviously doesn't/didn't gel with anyone, it is what it is. I do think profile status updates are more frequently not responded to vs forum posts, so if they are going unanswered better to post on the forums. Status updates aren't out in the public sphere in the same way our posts are, so generally quite a few probably go unanswered.
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Why did you pick such a high goal weight? Your BMI is STILL overweight!
Healthy_life2 replied to Creekimp13's topic in Rants & Raves
@Creekimp13 I guess nothing has changed on this site. People judge food choices, goal weight, current weight, weight regain or revision. They judge how you work your own plan. I've been judged here because I enjoy sports (running, biking and hiking) If I never had surgery and enjoyed sports would I still get the same negative judgment? It's weird how judgmental some people can be. -
Bile reflux
catwoman7 replied to Secondtimelucky's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
unfortunately, GERD does happen to about 30% of VSG patients - and revisions for severe GERD aren't uncommon. RNY usually (but not always...) will improve it if not cure it. I would certainly do the bypass vs risk getting esophageal cancer, but then, I'm not you. Hopefully you'll get a lot of responses here from people who've revised for that reason - there are several folks out there.. -
Bile reflux
Tracyringo replied to Secondtimelucky's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I didnt want to have revision either. I still miss the restriction of the sleeve and I still have GERD and am on the same PPI I was on with VSG. I will be a year out from revision in May. I will say though the reflux is better and it appears the revision helped in the fact I went from esophagitis D to A, no barrets and cancer for me !!! I also lost more weight and have gotten to my lowest and its much easier so far to maintain then the sleeve. Good luck to you!! -
1 month post op. Shocked by nutritionist’s recommendations. Anyone else?
Creekimp13 replied to ThisMomOf5's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
My group was actually involved in a study focused on upping calories sooner. I was encouraged to reach 1200 calories per day as soon as possible, and did so around week 3 after surgery. I have not seen the study, but I was told by my doctor that people who eat more calories sooner will lose weight slower, BUT....statistically have much less regain later....the hypothosis being....this is because the metabolic set point is being re-estabilshed at a more robust livable caloric level. I cannot speak for anyone's experience but my own, and can report observations of a family member who has also had bariatric surgery. My cousin is a few years younger, also had sleeve, and was on an extended restricted calorie plan. She ate 600-800 calories for months after surgery. She lost rapidly. She was appalled by the calories I was being encouraged to eat as soon as week 3. Gave me crap constantly that I would not lose the weight she had. And at first...I was concerned she was right. She lost more weight than I did MUCH MUCH faster. Eating 1200 calories a day, I lost slowly, but consistently. But I eventually reached goal. I'm three years out, she's four years out. I've maintained everything I lost and I eat around 1600 calories a day. If I go up five pounds, I don't have any problem taking it off by dropping my calories down to 1200-1400. She's regained half of what she lost, and says she struggles to lose weight eating 1000-1200 calories a day. She blames the sleeve, and is planning to do revision surgery to RnY bypass. My personal feeling...is that there could be something to this concern about metabolic reset at too low a calorie threshold. Do I know that? Nope. People are extremely individual. This is a new science and there's a LOT we don't know, and even more that will vary by person, diet, and a dozen other variables. But I do know that attitudes among bariatric surgeons regarding diet are changing at the major research universities....to favor higher calories sooner. I'm guessing we'll know a lot more about how this all works out in the data.....in about ten years. LOL -
VSG to RYGB - after 5 years with VSG
Paradigm Star replied to Paradigm Star's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Greetings Mae7365, I certainly don’t feel like a “virgin” RYGB individual. As you said in your post, “We’ve been there, done that”. We’ve gone from our VSG into a RYGB revision to tackle difficult health issues. Ever since the RYGB and hiatal hernia surgeries, I haven’t had any amount of GERD. My lower belly abdominal pains are gone. My erosive esophagitis is now healing. This amazing RYGB surgery has done wonders for tackling any medical conditions I had going into the RYGB revision surgery. I just figured out that I will be on full liquid diet for another 10 days. I bought on Amazon a good book on getting the most from the full liquid diet BEGINNERS GUIDE TO FULL LIQUID DIET FOR WEIGHT LOSS: BEGINNERS FRIENDLY GUIDE TO FULL LIQUID DIET FOR WEIGHT LOSS & HEALTHY LIFESTYLE . It’s a very good guide. -
I had my gallbladder removed today I’m in so much pain today I found out I have esophagitis and I have bail my surgeon found I have wait a year too make sure is clear if not I’m going have get revision from gastric sleeve to gastric bypass
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Sage advice from a 14 year sleeve (VSG) vet.
mae7365 replied to KateinMichigan's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
As a recent sleeve to bypass patient - specifically to resolve the terrible GERD, Gastritis and Esophagitis caused by chronic acid reflux - I can so relate to your comments. I had acid reflux disease before I even had the sleeve, and my surgeon never told me that GERD could be a complication following sleeve surgery. In all fairness, I think that this has really only come to the surface over the past 5 years. Now surgeons, and GI doctors, seem to be more versed in GERD following sleeve surgery and more prone to advise patients to choose the bypass. On a positive note, I've had ZERO acid reflux since my bypass surgery October 2020. I stopped taking any PPI, and my primary care doctor is thrilled. Long term use of PPI's can also lead to bone loss in women. Best decision I made was choosing the revision surgery.
