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I'm very excited for you. I don't have my surgery until October. Any ways, being nervous and scared is normal, after all you are having surgery. You'll be fine. I too have been reading others post about complications people have had. I wish you the best of luck and I will pray that you have a safe and speedy recovery. Best of luck to you! Keep us posted.
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Frustrated and TICKED Off!!! - Question about Scales
warmmorningsun replied to Yoda's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I personally went on strike against my scale and threw it out. I only weigh now at the MD's. I had to, because I was determining my success, outlook, how my day would go, EVERYTHING - on the number that device gave me. And I'm more complicated than just a number -
Has anyone else had complications from the vsg surgery that end up with leak and was sent home NPO and everything through a feeding tube? If so, how long did your leak take to heal..... It is very hard and depressing not being able to each and drink by mouth. I had several complictions from the leak, abscesses, drainage tubes, pnumonia, collapsed lung and other....finally out of the hospital and trying to deal with Reality about being NPO for at 3 months since hospital discharge and it is so hard......
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My insurance denied me...so I was a self-pay...used TLC Edge surgery center which is an out-patient center. My surgery was @ 2:30....and I was realeased @ 5 pm.....no complications.
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I was banded on March 7. I lost 28 pounds right after surgery, but I had complications. Alot of it came back as soon as I was on full liquids. I am only 11 pounds down now, am trying very hard to follow the rules, but I'm only 11 pounds down. I have had 1 fill and am due for another on 5/19. I'm really bummed. I am eating less than half of what I used to and am not losing. Excersize is difficult due to my severe arthritis, but I try my stationary bike as much as I can. When will I start to see some loss? I'm wondering if I'm gonna be a failure.
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tl;dr: Is it crazy for me to go into my self-pay vsg without supplemental insurance? Several months ago I found out that my insurance doesn't cover WLS period, no matter how necessary it is. No problem, I decided to self pay, saved my money, etc etc. One of the costs the doctor's office listed was supplemental insurance to cover any complications. I went to my pre-op on Thursday and found out the office does not have a supplemental insurance agreement. I'm pretty shocked. As of yesterday they still don't have one. My surgery is at 9:45 am on Monday. When I talked to the surgical coordinator on the phone, she said that they had stopped requiring supplemental insurance for self pay patients because (1) it was so expensive and (2) they never had to use it. I really don't want to postpone the surgery--I'm mentally and emotionally prepared, been on this liquid diet for 2 weeks and really don't want to do that for any longer than necessary, and I've rearranged schedules (both of myself and others) to accommodate this surgery. But is it foolish to go into surgery without supplemental insurance? What did you other self-payers do? If this info helps at all, I'm 29 years old, 41 bmi, slightly high blood pressure and cholesterol, but generally "healthy" (besides the weight of course, haha). I've been under anesthesia before and never had a negative experience.
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How long were you off work?
HeatherO replied to NikkiD's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was banded on a Friday and back in the office the following Tuesday. Pain was not an issue but it was a little difficult. I found that I was tired and grumpy. I could have taken naps at the desk I was so tired. I am a business analyst so my job is complicated intellectually but not demanding physically. By the next week I felt normal again. By the way, I was really low on Protein with the Clear liquids the first couple of days and I had no energy. I picked up some Isopure ready mixed Protein drinks and I was feeling a lot better afterwards. However, I can not be sure that the Isopure helped or if it was just the additional day or two of healing that made the difference. -
Its Been 5 months 7 days since my surgery. I have only lost 3olbs. I still have to diet like i did before the surgery which makes it so hard. i thought if i had this surgery i didnt have to go through all the same dieting counting calories. If i knew all this i would have just went on a diet with out scars and surgery :frown:. I'm so tired and upset :cursing: i should have just went with the gastric bypass surgery and not the lapband. Now i have to go through the fills and all the bloating and all the other complications i'm going through. I'm just Tired !
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Thanks MattZ for your informative reply. It is good to know poop smell can be controlled by diet. I also have very low Vit D already. Mini Gastric Bypass (MGB) actually has a lot less complications and has replacing RYN in many countries. Thanks again HK
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hello all i just got banded on friday jan 9th. The surgery went well, i just didn't expect to be in so much pain!:redface: i was suppose to be released on saturday but due to some complications i had to stay until sunday. Thanks to this site i was prepared, i knew about the gas but WOW it just seemed to sit right on my chest. And when ur hurting you don't feel like getting up and walking although you know you should!:thumbdown: I can already tell the difference in my eatig already. i am still on a liquid diet and i have to take it slow and i am only able to have a few sips. Looking at food now even feels different to me. I'm still in the process of taking it all in. I guess thats all for now! :cursing:
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My Sleeve With Dr. Lopez In Tj @ Mi Doctor, Booked Through Alighterme... And Complications.
Amber'sJourney replied to Amber'sJourney's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I would write to confirm that Dr. Osuna will be there. Also, I would recommend researching Dr. Ortiz in the event that Osuna is not present. I had no problems with Ortiz and liked him. That being said I would have preferred to be able to research him as well! This was something that could have influenced me to walk away but I felt peace about it so I went through with the surgery. Immediately after surgery while walking the halls, I did think to myself, Oh my, maybe I could have tried a little longer (to lose) before doing this... (It was the discomfort speaking!) Now as I watch the fat melt away, even with the complications, I'm so glad I did it! I can totally identify with the 200 mark you mentioned. I had lost and gained the same stupid fifteen pounds for the past 4 years! Now, I'm down 28- woohoo! Good luck to you! Amber -
how long is approved insurance good for before getting surgery
trekker954 replied to trekker954's topic in Insurance & Financing
Congratulations on your retirement. I hope to retire also at the end of the year, or possibly go as long as mid year 2017. Good to hear. Yes, they had put a Jan. 20 expected date. The approval was for 5 night hospital, although I was told that is put down in case of complications and its typically only 1 or 2 nights. I was still awaiting test results that would have not been returned until the following week. The admin gal, who handles scheduling, told me, oh its okay, you can have the surgery without the test results. I had quite a blowout with that admin gal. I orginally wanted the surgery in Dec but the clinic required so many invasive and expensive tests that it got ridiculous, IMHO. The pulmonary doctor results came back fine, but then he's say, you should see a cardiologist. The cardiologist would say your tests were fine, but you should see a Gastroenterologist, he'd order more tests and say, they came back fine but you should see a Hepatologist. You see where this is going? I started to feel like hospital just wanted to rack up more money. So by late January (one month of tests) I had paid out of pocket $650 for co-pays (BCBS). So when the admin gal wanted me to go under the knife before all tests results were in, I lost it. Insisting if my surgeon ordered this test last minute (he actually even wanted me to see a specific doctor who wasn't available for two months - so I saw someone else); I wanted to wait until all test results were in which was going to overlap the Jan. 20 date. Then I had to travel for work, (three seperate trips to Asia between Feb and May 27), so I just put it off until I had time, which is in early August. I can take up to six weeks off if I want to. I'm older so I think that is important. I expect and am hoping its just a chest x-ray and blood work that will need updating. I do hope the nurse (not the admin gal) calls me back on Monday with good news. There is no way, I'm going to jump through all those hoops to get the insurance approval done again. -
Interesting. everyone really does go into this with different expectations. I always encourage pre oppers to do as much research as possible. For some reason I went into this expecting complications and problems afterwards and all sorts of horrors, because I knew I could always be one of the small percentage with problems. I didn't care. I hated being fat SOOOO much that I just would have rather dealt with problems than stay that way. I hated food, I hated me. I hated the way my life was going. I didn't care if I ever ate again. I took the plunge and to my relief, I have no problems whatsoever and the weight is melting away. THAT is how I can be so happy. I expECTED trouble and didn't get it. I'm not saying you went into this blind or anything, but everyone needs to do this with the knowledge that there very well could be trouble. I really hope the bad stuff ends for you very soon. If time doesn't fix it, I pray the doc will!!
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Gastric Bypass or Sleeve? Need feedback, please!
cejiogu replied to kpay10's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I did the sleeve and have never been happier. I am looking at my 1 year anniversary and I am 135 lbs down. I think if you are really addicted to sugar the bypass is more for you. I didn't have this problem and was scared of the complications that you can get with bypass. My surgeon does both. I was type 2 also has gone! I was maxed out on all the oral meds I am on none now since January. I can eat anything I want but just a really small amount. I think you really have to look at your relationship with food and what kinds of foods get you in trouble. Good luck either way we are behind you and hope you love the new life you will be entering! Change is hard but it's soooooo worth it. -
Getting cold feet about my surgery on Tuesday!
teshadb replied to Thinthoughts's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
I was one of the 10%. I was in the hospital 8 days 5 longer than I was suppose to be. I got an infection somehow somewhere still don't know what from. I had a temp, white blood count was high, Fluid in my longs had trouble taking deep breathes which is what they want you to constantly try to do. Went in for a second surgery to look for a leak and didn't have one. They put in drains and got on antibiotics and I started to get better. It was rough the first 3 weeks of recovery. My body went through something traumatic. Low calories trouble drinking, diarrhea, extreme weakness. I did not ever end up back in the ER. I took it day by day and realized that first week or so liquid is the most important thing. My dr even told me that he didn't care about the protein or the Vitamins he cared about hydration first which was very true. I was faint a few times. But I focused on the fluids over food. Then eventually around week 4 it got a lot better and I was back to work week 4. I have never tracked anything. I refuse to live that way. I do however consciously make the right choices knowing in my head what is high carb versus more protein. I limit my carbs just by making good choices. Now that I can have a salad or a piece of fruit or a handful of nuts and be full and satisfied, making the choices are much easier now. Before I would never be satisfied on just that. Now I am so I actually want it. It's amazing. After eating the same things or getting in a routine you know what u should and shouldn't have or how much so I mentally keep the numbers in check. I refuse right now to write it down. And so far just making the right choices is working. I am 4 months out today and I have consistently lost every week with the exception of a stall for 2 1/2 to 3 weeks. But that's ok. I'm down 42 since may 8th and 57 all together since I started my journey. Good luck to you. Even with my complication I have no regrets. It's a risk but a risk I was willing and ready to take to feel better. The recovery is only temporary everyday gets a ill easy and u feel a little better. Then one day you wake up and feel 100% back to normal except u eat a lot less now. And somehow you have energy again. It's a blessing and a freedom I can't describe until you go through it yourself. -
I did cheat the first 2 days, I won't lie! But I stuck to it the last 5 and I actually just got sleeved today!! No complications, everything went great but my surgeon prefers for his patients to stay over night for observation. I'm so excited guys! Thanks for answering my questions!
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What foods do you have to avoid with the Lapband?
lbugher replied to flgirl23's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
The lap band prevents me from eating healthy foods like fruits, veggies, and lean proteins. It does NOTHING to stop me from eating slider foods, though, so I've actually gained weight with the lap band. I regret not doing bypass in the first place but I thought the lap band would be a safer choice since nothing was cut or removed. I was wrong. People have complications/issues with the band WAY more than with any other WLS, and far less success. I know some folks on here have had success with it but they're in the minority. Most doctors aren't even doing lap bands anymore. My doctor said he takes out way more bands now than ever before because they were popular 10 years ago but are failing. I'm converting to bypass soon... can't wait to get my surgery date! -
I found out I've eroded (30%) and my bands coming out-I wondered if there is an US doc thats known for removels? What complications folks have had after erosion/removal-anything else you'd want to share-thanks
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I'm curious....
Northwest_Nance replied to Annie0341's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
For awhile, I had a very hard time deciding between the two. Before I really did my research, I wanted bypass surgery and I wasn't even considering the lapband. I thought of the band as a step-sister of bypass. But then I started diving into the research. I went to seminars and support group meetings, read every medical column and on-line post-surgery blog I could find, watched You Tube surgery diaries, and watched the surgery being performed on You Tube. The more I learned about gastric bypass, the more I started thinking of it as drastic bypass. Taking healthy organs and cutting them an re-routing things didn't seem right. The life-long malabsorbtion issues concerned me also. All in all, the risks seemed overwhelming to me. I kept telling myself that lots of people have very successful bypass surgery, which I know is true. But I couldn't get rid of my underlying anxiety about it. Still, I spent several weeks changing my mind every 30 minutes, it seemed..... bypass vs. lapband. I was driving myself crazy. In the end, the decision was sort of made for me. I was self-pay, and bypass was really more than I could afford to spend. Also, I knew that if I had any surgical complications, treatment for those would come out of my pocket too.... so not only was lap band less expensive, but the risk of complications was lower. I was relieved to have the decision made for me that way. -
How Many Days Did You Stay In Mexico For Your Surgery? I Need Help.
liannatx replied to Proud2BMe's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I spent 2 nights in the hospital, and when I was released we headed straight home. Once you are off IV fluids and they know there are no complications there isn't really a reason to stay an extra night in a hotel. I think you will be fine. -
I have decided to remove my band, most likely. Something I had so much faith in and spent 2 years trying to get. You can see my other posts on the complications I've had, no one has been able to figure out my pain and I'm ready to try taking it out to see if it fixes the problem. I am trying to be a strong person, but since my pain came back 4 days ago I have become very sad. I have spent a lot of my days crying, and had trouble going to school and work. I am going to pick my head up and move on, but I wanted to talk to other people who have dealt with this and get some advice. I'm devastated and heartbroken, and need to see the light in this somehow. I am normally pretty optimistic, so this is different for me. I am just still in shock that this is happening. I'm dealing with guilt as well, even though this seems to be mostly out of my control and I knew there could be side-effects. Anyone gone through this emotionally?
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But the bypass also runs the risk of malnutrition. I'm not certain that the there is an increased percentage of complications of the DS vs the bypass. I think they're pretty comparable. DS has a better long term outcome when it comes to regain. The SIPS is a modified DS having a single anastomoses vs the two anastomoses of the traditional. The SIPS also has a longer common channel that also helps reduce the risk of malnutrition and eases the whole gas/diarrhea issue. SIPS is also known as SADI or LOOP. Again this being a personal decision, you have to go with your gut [emoji173]️ good luck with your decision [emoji4]
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The extra risk of malnutrition, the longer procedure, and the increased percentage of complications during and after surgery. What is the difference between sips ds and regular? I've never heard of that.
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Gastric Sleeve or Gastric Bypass?
James Marusek replied to SillySavy's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I am over 4 years post-op RNY gastric bypass surgery. I was taking 5 prescription medications prior to surgery (2 for diabetes, 2 for high blood pressure, and 1 for asthma). Now I take none. I took some supplements (vitamins, minerals) prior to surgery. Now I take more. But the cost of the added vitamins is less than the cost of the prescription medicines that I use to take. So I am money ahead. I also had severe acid reflux prior to surgery. That is gone now. I had sleep apnea. I would keep my wife awake at night, all night long because she was a light sleeper, prior to surgery. Several months after surgery, I would find her hovering over my bed at night. I would ask her what she was doing and she said, I was sleeping so silently, that she thought I was dead and she was trying to see if I was still breathing. I had several other conditions as well that went into remission after the surgery. Before you make up your mind about which surgery, it might be good to listen to what your surgeon recommends. Also some insurance companies will pay for one type of surgery but not the other. So it is worth investigating this element. As far as your specific questions: ▪️can you stretch your sleeve/bypass easily? Since I have an issue with portion control, this is a major concern for me. I believe the answer is NO, stretching is a myth. ▪️Is dumping syndrome really helpful or is it not worth it? Helpful ▪️Bypass patients: let's say I can control the Vitamin deficiency issue with supplements and the dumping syndrome issue with cutting out sugar and fats as best I can, do you think it was worth the complications (gallstones, stoma obstruction, etc)? I did not experience complications. Also right after surgery, your body may reject fats and sugars because the part of the stomach that normally processes these has been cut away but as time goes on at about a year, your intestines will realize something is wrong and step up to the plate and your body will again be able to absorb these food types without dumping. I had a major sweet tooth prior to surgery and this contributed to my weight and to my diabetes. So I have to avoid sugars like a plague. I rely on natural no calorie sweeteners (such as stevia) and synthetic sweeteners (such as Splenda) to put the sweetness back into my life. -
Band to sleeve failure HELP PLEASE
Leyanna replied to Susan.davis's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Susan, I'd like to chime in that I have the same thing: very little restriction. I had my band removed due to complications and got the sleeve on 4/21/14, and I'm shocked at how much I can eat. Since I had my lapband removed immediately, I never attended sleeve classes, but I knew that what I could eat couldn't be right. My first day on solids and I remember thinking that there's no way I should be able to eat so much. My husband, who's attending the classes, explained to me that a pouch can be up to the size of a large banana. I guess I got the big banana. I'm going to follow your post to see how things work out for you! I hope for the best for you!
