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May 14th is D-Day! Can’t wait to get this journey started, and better myself. It’s great reading everyone’s experiences, and has helped a lot. I’m also getting nervous too, praying I don’t have any complications and it all goes smoothly! Any surgery buddies out there in May 14th?
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Seniors and Baby Boomers
GwennyPenny replied to GSierraGold's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I was 57 when I had my RNY bypass. I can't say it has been without complications but each one has been dealt with as its come up. On a positive note I have lost 200lbs in 9 months so the surgery itself has been a great success and nothing was age related. I am not longer diabetic no longer have high blood pressure and have gone from size 32 - 18 Sent from my CPH1607 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Hey! I felt the same way had a similar situation when I had my surgery in April 2nd. I felt gassy but wasn’t expelling gas from either end. When I finally passed gas and began burping, I felt so much better. Sipping drinks helps cut back on the “puking” feeling. I had complications but now I’m feeling better. Walking/standing also helps move the gas around and it made me start feeling a lot better. Hope this helps!
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August Sleevers-How are you doing??
trying4me replied to Ash_Bri85's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
It's been a long while since I posted. I am very discouraged. I started at 311lbs and am sitting at 262. I have been here for 4 months. I have complicating autoimmune issues with high dose drugs that made me expect to be a slower loser but this is ridiculous. I will say over winter exercise was minimal as that is when my inflammation and arthritis are worse. But now I cant seem to kick start anything.y calories are around 1000 per day, although somedays I dont quite hit that. Any other tips? Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app -
I'm not the one who wants to keep it a secret.
FingersCrossed18 replied to oopsydaisy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Im sorry your mom is being an unsupportive ass, that sucks. It's great your husband understands. I'm lucky enough to have my whole family support me, I have Insulin Resistance and I'm going to tell people that I got a procedure to cute that and PCOS, which is true and I'm only doing this to have little to no complications for my next kids, I don't care about being "skinny". So maybe you can tell people that? I know my husband sometimes, in order to protect my feelings, and it sort of feels like that's what he could be doing, like the first comment said? Also, and this might come off super F-ucked up, but, he could be embarrassed? And that doesn't mean he doesn't love you or even think your not attractive or anything negative really? Some people are super private and just don't want to know what others think, if you get ehsg I mean? Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app -
I have my VSG surgery date of May 18. I went January 16 to have RNY and I had complications that stopped my surgery and my surgeon is not comfortable doing the RNY but is with the sleeve for me. Anybody else scheduled for May 18? I am excited, but not nearly as enthusiastic as I was the first go around. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using BariatricPal mobile app
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Summer 2018 Surgery Buddies Check In Here!
numinousvessel replied to Ylime's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
May 18, but I had complications with an attempted bypass on January 16 and have been reapproved for the sleeve instead. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using BariatricPal mobile app -
Any advice for major bypass complications
Ready2Live! replied to Pamdj51's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I am so very sorry you are going through this. I have had a number of complications stemming from my 10/2017 sleeve operation requiring two additional surgeries (one converting me to bypass) and multiple hospital stays. I just got out of the hospital a week ago today actually. My experience has not been nearly as long or difficult as yours and it has been a huge struggle for me. I cannot imagine what you are going through but I pray that the complications end and you get healthy so you can stop suffering and enjoy life. Please keep faith. It will get better. -
Just seeing this! I hope you are doing better and will not need further surgery. I can somewhat relate due to having complications my surgeon didn't take seriously post op either. It is incredibly frustrating. Its almost like after the big money surgery, some doctors/practitioners don't want to be bothered with follow up care. I am so happy you kept pushing for yourself and got some treatment before it got even worse. I will be praying for you. Keep us updated
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Any advice for major bypass complications
KimTriesRNY replied to Pamdj51's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I have heard of these cases, but I think they are actually pretty rare. I do work in a hospital and could tell you some similar stories where patients had one thing after the other happen post operatively, but it’s not exclusive to gastric bypass. There are risks to any invasive procedure. I am so sorry you have been through this and I hope you are able to heal and be on the road to good health soon. Hopefully your complications will resolve and you will be done with hospital stays soon, I know it can be depressing and discouraging to be in the hospital so much. Gall bladders commonly do go bad after bypass due to rapid weight loss. Picc line infections are unfortunately too common as the line requires meticulous maintenance practices to remain infection free. The high dextrose content of TPN increases risk of infection there as well. We are here to support you. -
What now???
DaleCruse replied to midsummersleeve82's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
If your insurance company requires a six month supervised weight loss, you may have to do that. If your surgical team found any abnormalities, you may have to deal with whatever that is. Even if you don't have a supervised weight loss time or complications, you're still at the mercy of your surgeon's calendar. How long you have to wait may depend on how many other people your surgeon already has scheduled. Good luck! -
Thank you all for your thoughts. Also@kim, I appreciate your realistic view. Please don’t think I value your opinion any less because you advise to wait (thank you to the other posters who felt similar for sharing your honest thought). We spoke with my husband’s surgeon today and they said that my husband should “feel” back to normal in about 2 weeks minus some minor aches. His sternum will be sore and achy, but as long as there are no complications they believe he will have an easier recovery with no rehab needed. That being said... it’s open heart surgery! My husband is adamant that I not push back as my family is able to help (they both live less than 10 mins from us). I think I am going to speak to my surgeon at the end of this week and determine based on my husband’s progress what she thinks. He goes in tomorrow at 6am, here’s to hoping is goes smoothly!
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Exactly. Younger people generally don’t get that type of assistance unless necessary. Anything can happen, if complications arise, he may need rehab and/or 24 hour nursing care etc. maybe the OP can discuss options with her hubby’s surgeon and check with insurance to see if home health nursing/rehab is covered
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I just found out about my insurances approval.... I had been so inpatient about it and now I have cold feet... Throughout this process I kept it to myself because I didn’t want to have any seeds of doubt planted in my head. I even avoided the bad experiences people had on the hundreds of videos I watched on YouTube. When I finally decided to tell my family it was like oh yeah that’s nice.... now that it’s really happening everyone is against it. Even making me feel guilty about having the surgery because I have kids. As much as I tried to avoid it now I’m doubting myself and this process. Afraid that I will be that percentage of people that may have major complications... At this point I just need some support![emoji17]
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My mom has been unsupportive as well. She keeps telling me I should be able to do this on my own and I'm just being lazy. On top of that, she started dieting after having her aortic valve replaced and will call me to brag on the weight she has lost "naturally". I'm 40 years old and don't need this crap. My dad is much better about it but he did sit me down at Christmas and tell me he thought I was being selfish because what would happen to my 3 young kids if I died from complications? Talk about a guilt trip! He's since come around but it's hard to deal with all the negative feedback you get. I've only told 3 friends, my parents, and my husband's parents. I know it's hard to do something your parents don't approve of (even though we're adults!) but ultimately, it's your life and your health and you need to do what is best for YOU. Good luck and I hope it gets easier!
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I am a newcomer to this forum and posted on 4-22-18 about major complications with the gastric bypass procedure that I have been having. Unfortunately no one responded to my pleas. I really need help and am hoping somebody will try to help me.
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Not sure what kind of preparation and evaluation you received before surgery but I would strongly recommend finding someone with experience in eating disorders that you are comfortable with to talk to. Many people use food (as well as drugs/alcohol) to treat depression and childhood trauma is a big causative factor especially in someone your age. It is entirely possible to stretch the sleeve out so you can eat what and how much you want to. I know people who have done this. However, it is vitally important that you follow your doctor's recommendations until you are fully healed to avoid life threatening complications. I am hoping that by then you will be feeling more accepting of the limitations. And this whole concept of "cheat days" only cheats yourself. There is a reasonable portion of anything that you can enjoy eventually. You ARE losing weight naturally, the sleeve is just a tool to help you. Please be gentle with yourself and take it one day at a time. Hugs!!
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In my family, if hubby did well with surgery, and was making good progress healing at a week out....I would go ahead with my surgery. I do think this is a workable situation. Tricky, but survivable. You do need extra help, though. It is absolutely essential that you have people ready to help. Mom and sis have to be willing for you to do a lot of leaning on them. Also, consider hired help for a few weeks. A college student or retiree would be perfect. Someone trustworthy who could help wrangle kids, drive you both to medical appointments, pick up a list of groceries, etc. it's a comfort level thing. Some folks are ok with fighting in the trenches for a few weeks a day at a time, and some just can't handle that level of complication. You should do what you're most comfortable with. Best wishes whatever you decide.
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Here's the thing....if both of your surgeries go like they should....it'll be tough....but you will be fine. BUT... (and this is a big but)....if either of you experience any complications....that might get tricky. This is something to consider. Have a talk with his doctor about your surgery plans....just get it all on the table and get your own surgeon's advice and his surgeon's advice. Be sure to mention you have the support of your mom and sister. And it sounds like they're ready to jump in with support. It's worth getting their input...and it's worth researching exactly what you're up against. If you do go ahead, you need people on deck to help, and you need to be ready for all possible outcomes.
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FWIW - here's my story. I was 55 when I had my surgery in August 2016. At my highest recorded weight I was 271.5, but looking at pictures, I think I was probably over 300 at my heaviest. I am 5'3". I'm bone on bone in both knees and had terrible asthma. I did this in part to have my knees replaced because my surgeon wanted my BMI under 35 when I had my knees done to reduce the risk of complications. I had my sleeve done and now, almost 2 years later, I'm down 110 pounds, I fence (as in en garde) 5 hours a week. My ortho doesn't think I'll need to have my knees done until I'm in my late 60s. I work with a personal trainer and I can deadlift more than my bodyweight (my personal record is 180 pounds - I currently weigh 162). My body fat is down to 31%, which for a post-menopausal woman is excellent, but I'm working toward 26% - when I hit 26, I'll schedule my plastics for my abdomen. (If I had it done now - which my plastics guy would do - I would get to the 26% easily. It is never too late. It is worth every bit. It is work, but I have never felt better in my life and in my youth I was an Olympic caliber athlete. It is a long road. Do it one day at a time. You've got this. We've got your back.
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Unsupportive mother
TexasMommy80 replied to lokaaaal8888888's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
My mom did not approve at first either. She assumes that every case of weight loss surgery is what she sees on my 600 pound life. I started at a BMI of 37 and she just couldn’t wrap her head around the fact that I would lose weight slower and not end up malnourished and too thin. Now that I’ve had the surgery, she is excited to see where it takes me. Of course, she is still fearful of complications and I understand that. Age: 37 Height: 5’6 BMI: 37 VSG: 4/16/18 GW: 160 MFP: Fit4LifeAR -
Good and Bad
GotProlactinoma replied to dfletcher1978's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I’ve had 4 c sections, this was easier. If that helps. And the older child can help sometimes with the younger child. I needed full on help for one week, and half assed help for one more, then I could muddle through on my own again, with people doing any lifting for me or errands here and there. there are so many fears you have beforehand, which makes sense. We are cautious and want to be safe. But 95% or more of sleevers have no serious complications and the surgery and recovery go along very well. A very few will have one of the two complications and their lives will be a living hell for a while. Very few of us are thst unlucky. I have zero regrets. Best thing I ever did for my health. I sometimes still (almost 10 months out now) have to remind myself I’m not obese or really even fat anymore (slightly overweight). I don’t need the plus sized corner any more. It’s still kind of a surprise. -
Arm Lift and Tummy Tuck
jess9395 replied to j.winters1028's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Check your policy some (like mine) have some very specific requirements like pannus has to be x inches past pubic bone or things like that. Some exclude it entirely. Some require documented health complications. Looking at your policy is the best instruction manual for planning ahead. Sadly I had to self pay all of mine. -
Hi there I am Kellie and started my journey last July when I hit 300 pounds and decided enough is enough. However, also hitting 50 and menopause didn’t allow for that rapid weight loss we have all experienced at different times so I knew I needed a tool. I had always been against surgery as I had had 2 non elective abdominal surgeries and they were not a walk in the park! So saw my surgeon last July and started the monthly routine and had all the pre tests done and then got approved with BCBS and scheduled surgery for Friday April 13th ( my surgeons nurse was freaking out about the 13th thing but I told her I wasn’t superstitious so go ahead. Weighed 280 when I started my 2 week liquid diet prior to surgery and am now 2 weeks post op and have lost another 11. So 21 pounds down in last month. I am very blessed and had a very smooth surgery, almost no pain and passed has within 16 hrs. Went home in 24 hrs and had no complications other than those of my own doing. You know that spasm when you drink too much too fast. Started on purée food last night and way over did it and got very nauseous. But that has only happened twice and it is really that old over eating head space that needs a talking too. So it only just occurred to me to see if there were any apps and low and behold here I am. Enjoying reading about other people’s journeys. Can see it will be a good resource. Good luck to all Kellie
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@GSierraGold - RNY is more aligned with reversal of diabetes but even it is not a magic bullet. The malabsorption ends around the 2nd year or becomes much less pronounced, as the body figures out a way to work around the new anatomy. So it's still super crucial to learn a whole new way of eating that controls your carbs and sugars and doesn't put any further stress on the already stressed beta cells in your pancreas. I've seen it come back in a number of people at around the 2nd to 3rd year. But this surgery at least gives you a fighting chance at the win! I had my RNY at 55. Too many comorbidities to bore you with here. The only regret I have is that I didn't do this sooner. My only complication is a lack of clothing to cover my booty when I leave the house. Everything is bagging off of me or entirely too big and new clothes cost money. LOL. Shocker!
