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Do You loose weight slower
Neubian60466 posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had revision surgery on Nov.8th sleeve to bypass due to Gerd and a Hiliatal Hernia. After doing some research it suggest that revision patients tend to loose weight at a slower pace than other weight loss patients. Has anyone else heard that? I’ve lost a total of 35lbs since surgery and Tuesday will be 2 months. -
January Surgery buddies
charley27 replied to Tinats's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Jan 6th for revision -
Hello had gastric bypass surgery 17 days ago now now I have a kidney stone is this normal to get after that surgery so painful Sent from my SM-A426U using BariatricPal mobile app
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Hey There! Any December 2021 Surgery Friends?
Lindsayleigh86 replied to armartin98's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I had gastric bypass Dec 28 -
Anyone develop Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR or Silent Reflux) after Gastric Bypass?
ClareLynn replied to yesno789's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I had this diagnosis pre-surgery, it wasn’t a complication from my duodenal switch (SADI). I do not have trouble breathing really, except when I drink and then bend over or lie down. Then the contents of my stomach often come up and go down into my lungs. When that happens I can hear a crackling noise when I breathe and have trouble taking deep breaths. I avoid this by cutting off drinking about 30 minutes before bedtime and sleeping on an incline. I have read here often that gastric bypass should help with reflux. I’m sorry that you developed it even with the “right” surgery. -
I'd factor two things into this thought pattern if I were you: The way RNY - and to some extent from what I can gather - MGB patients truly get into regain is by eating quick sugar. Fat is literally the opposite of quick sugar. You'll have to learn what fat does to you, and if you're lucky, your bypass will tell you it doesn't want that much fat, which will turn into a natural preference for a moderate - not low, not high - fat intake. If I were you, I'd add protein (15-20g) + healthier fat to get more calories (say, up to 1000). Or even better - think about something you'd enjoy eating that isn't quick sugar. Maybe some light mozzarella with salt and a quick drizzle of olive oil? I love that as a snack and it's perfect in macros. The enjoyment of whatever you add is important. If it feels like sucky diet food, you'll stop doing it. So really be honest.
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Weight loss, dating and confidence
Starwarsandcupcakes replied to journey2-199's topic in Singles Forum
So mine is a little different- I met the guy I’m talking to about 3yrs ago when I was 330lbs at 5’7” (170cm). I didn’t see him much from nov. 2019 (VSG dec 2019 and RNY revision for gerd aug 2020) to Sept. 2021 (155lbs) (I was either on medical leave or working a bunch because of Covid). Anyway, I was super nervous about being seen naked or intimacy related things because of skin and scars (I have a midline scar from sternum to pubic bone). He told me that it’s not the outside that he cares about it’s what’s on the inside because the outside doesn’t always stay the same. And while I’m still super self conscious about the loose skin and scars he makes feel okay with just being myself around him. -
January Surgery buddies
CowboyKurt replied to Tinats's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi all, New to this site. Looking to gain and provide support. I am scheduled for January 13th for my Gastric Bypass. Today is my last day of solid food prior to the surgery. -
Anyone develop Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR or Silent Reflux) after Gastric Bypass?
yesno789 replied to yesno789's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Thank you for your reply. How long has it been since you had the gastric bypass and you were diagnosed with Silent Reflux? My ENT said it takes about 3 to 4 months for symptoms to be treated. Do you have somewhat difficulty breathing at times? -
Any December 2021 bypass people?
ShannonCorbin replied to mrsjo's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
So I had a RNY revision on 12/13. The first time I had surgery, I lost zero lbs in the first week and then it started falling off. This time I lost 10 lbs preop diet, 5 lbs in the first week. It has now been almost 2 weeks since I have lost anything. I am using a food tracking ap and I am between 800-900 calories a day. Trying to push it up to 1000 - 1200 if I can. I feel better, my mom and boyfriend say my face looks thinner, but no scale movement. Frustrating. -
I have finally been diagnosed with Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR)/Silent Reflux with my ENT Specialist about 3 weeks ago after suffering from a lump in my throat and tightness in throat which results in somewhat difficulty breathing. I have been having these symptoms for at least the past 4 months. I had visited at least 6-7 medical professionals (none of whom knew why I was suffering from these issues) before finally being diagnosed with Silent Reflux (difficult to diagnose). It is different to GERD (normal reflux) in that I do not have the classical reflux symptoms of heart burn, indigestion etc. I even had a gastroscopy (camera down my esophagus) to confirm it is not GERD. Has anyone ever developed Silent Reflux (LPR) or had any symptoms of a lump in your throat or somewhat difficulty breathing? It is best diagnosed by an ENT wherein they place a camera through your sinuses and it goes right to where your voice box is. I had the gastric bypass in 2019 (I initially had the gastric sleeve in 2013, but it was converted to Gastric Bypass in 2019). I am now on Somac (PPIs) twice daily for a minimum of 4 months in order to stop any stomach acid entering my throat and airways. It is a lengthy process to treat silent reflux. I would appreciate if anyone whom has had similar symptons and/or being diagnosed with silent reflux could let me know. Thanks everyone.
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Post op pain
blucky1209 replied to ShannonCorbin's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I just had revision as well 12/21 and was told my pouch was not the size of an egg but now was the size of a thumb. Due previous damage from GERD Ulcers and Hiatle Hernia. First weel was extremely painful I'm on day 9 -
Eating with bypass vs lapband
catwoman7 replied to Juniper123's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
actually, most of us don't dump. About 30% do. It CAN involve vomiting, but it more commonly involves chills, sweating, racing heart, and diarrhea. It can be controlled by limiting your intake of sugar (or for some people, fat) you will definitely feel less restriction from bypass than you do with lapband, from everything I've read. But you'll still feel it. Your "full" cues might be different as well. I feel kind of a pressure in my chest, and that means that if I don't quit eating, I'm going to be sorry. Others' have cues such as sneezing, hiccupping, or a runny nose (although cues like pressure are more common). I rarely vomit any more - but yes - I will if I ignore my "full" signal and keep shoveling in the food. That's what (usually) keeps me from pushing the envelope. -
Eating with bypass vs lapband
Juniper123 posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I’m trying to wrap my head around eating with a bypass versus a lapband. (I currently have a deflated lapband, I’m hoping for revision to a bypass when the lapband comes out.) After eating a small amount with the lapband, I felt literal restriction. And if I overate, I vomited, almost immediately. I understand that with a bypass, since your stomach pouch is so small, you feel full quickly. But from what I’m reading, you don’t usually vomit if you eat too much. Rather some people “dump,” which from what I’m reading happens internally and out the other end. What I’m having a hard time understanding is how you feel full and are forced to stop eating if there is no restriction and you can get down whatever you want, with the consequences only coming later, no vomiting. Do you feel so full from the smaller stomach area that you just can’t fathom eating more than you should? Is the dumping consequence so severe and regular that you instinctively don’t eat enough to cause it ever again once you experience it once? I was successful losing and keeping off 60 lbs with the band. Mostly because I either ate small enough portions to avoid vomiting or because I vomited if I ate too much. I’m trying to wrap my head around what eating (and overeating) will feel like with the bypass and without the restriction of the band. Any experiences you are willing to share? -
I am close to the 3 year mark post bypass. At times I am able to eat 1.5-2 cups of soft food like a smoothie or soup in 15-20 minutes. However a typical meal of 2 oz meat and half cup of veggies so 1 cup of solid food is all I can eat. I can eat either 2 eggs or 1 egg and 1 piece of toast or a pouch of high protein oatmeal. Only my spouse knows about surgery and others have made comments about not eating much but I say I just had a meal or snack etc and I guess it looks ok. I am planning on attending meals with unknown coworkers. It will probably be lunches and dinners for multiple days in a row. So what tips do you have so I can explain why I eat so little? I don't want people to think I have an eating disorder. Do you have tips like moving the food around to make it look like you ate more? If you order a meal at a restaurant the portions are huge and it looks like I took 2 bites (when I may have only taken 8 anyway). How do I handle it?
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Sleeve vs Bypass concerns
Flab-U-Less Forever replied to ht1976's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I started out wanting the sleeve. I had some acid reflux (aka indigestion) but never took anything for it. I decided to take Tums every time I experienced it and was AMAZED at how much Tums I ate. I guess I never really realized how often I had it. I talked to my doctor about how much reflux I actually had and we switched to bypass instead. -
why revisions?
Queen ApisM replied to liveaboard15's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
My practice required an endoscopy before doing a sleeve to ensure that there wasn't undiagnosed GERD (you can have it and not know it) to start with - if there had been, they wouldn't have done a sleeve since there is an excellent chance it would worsen with a sleeve and necessitate a revision later. Obviously, I could develop it in the future but we'll cross that bridge if we get to it. I'd definitely broach the subject with your doctor before making a final decision, since you will have to weigh all the pros and cons. -
Any 45+ year old women on here with gastric bypass experience?
GiGi 1970 replied to timmytommy's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I'm 60ish.. had my bypass Nov 26. Down just 18 pounds. But I can't walk as much with bad back and need a new hip. Just stick to the plan. It will happen might take a little more time because we are older but we have the time. And we won't have the drastic look of our face looking as old because it will come off slower. It will happen. We have time that's for sure! You will be fine. Sent from my SM-A716U using BariatricPal mobile app -
why revisions?
raelyce replied to liveaboard15's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I am also getting a revision surgery too. I have complications with GERD after getting the sleeve done. Honestly the best option, knowing what I know now is that the duodenal surgery would be the best option for you since you’re doing it out of pocket. It will eliminate the issue of development of the reflux -
why revisions?
Arabesque replied to liveaboard15's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I saw a study that said about 10% of gastric sleeve patients seek a revision, 5% of bypass patients have a revision & 26% of lap band. In 2019 around 256 000 people had bariatric surgery: 18% had bypass. 59% had sleeve & 1% had a lap band. (Included lap band just out of interest.) Some people develop GERD after sleeve surgery (I read it was about 10% so that seems to match the above revision stats) & consequently require a revision if medication or other management options don’t work. If you already have GERD sleeve is not for you. I had reflux before my sleeve which, like @Hop_Scotch, I mostly managed with dietary choices. Still have reflux but it manifests itself differently now. Some surgeons recommend bypass to patients who have more weight to lose or who they think need extra help to loose their weight as bypass is considered the ‘stronger’ surgery. Sleeve is a less invasive surgery (fewer changes to your digestive system). Generally though the average stats on how much weight is lost with either surgery is about the same at the 5 yr mark (about 65% of the weight to be lost). Malabsorption issues & dumping are a consideration with bypass. You’ll need to continue to take vitamins & may have to adjust medications you take. Malabsorption is rarely an issue with sleeve & dumping is not common. Sleevers often do not need to continue taking vitamins (individual health issues may mean they have to). Personally I haven’t taken vitamins since goal as I absorb all I need from what I eat. Some choose to have a revision because they have had regain or want to lose more weight. Regain can occur because of complacency, bounce back weight, medication, changes to your lifestyle, job, health, etc. or sometimes just life in general which can just throw crap at you. Have a long conversation with your surgeon as to which is the best surgical option for you from a medical perspective & which can best help you achieve your goals (health, weight, lifestyle). Then you know yourself best as to which surgery best suits how you want to live your life after surgery & whether you will need the stronger surgery to get you where you want to be in the long term. All the best. -
I'm self-pay, too, and this is why I chose not to get a sleeve. And since you're paying yourself, you have options! Also beyond sleeve or RNY. I absolutely love my mini gastric bypass, which isn't 'mini' anything. Consider it, maybe? (Other names: one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB), omega loop gastric bypass, single-anastomosis gastric bypass). More room for food, better weight loss than both sleeve and RNY, long-term maintenance statistics look great, easy to revise or reverse if you need it, and better resolution of co-morbidities. Downsides are you need to take your vitamins (like, you must) and the potential for bile reflux. However, the anti-reflux stitch they do now helps with that (thanks to Dr. Carbajo in Spain for inventing it). It's been done since 1997 and is a popular surgery in Europe, Australia, and Asia. I have no idea why American insurance companies aren't getting on the train, but that's not of concern to you as a self-pay. Anyway, I know Dr. Illan is close with Dr. Rutledge who literally invented the MGB and he does MGB in Mexico. There's tons of MGB surgeons in America, too. Feel free to reach out for more questions. I posted a long thread about my first year experience with it in the Mini Gastric Bypass Forum. https://www.bariatric-surgery-source.com/mini-gastric-bypass-surgery.html
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why revisions?
Hop_Scotch replied to liveaboard15's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
A lot of people revision to a bypass from a sleeve due to suffering ongoing GERD with medication doesn't help. Others due to weight gain. If you already suffer a lot with acid reflux you may want to chat with your surgeon. I suffered with acid reflux but mine was definitely related to the type of foods I was eating and the amount of food I was eating. If my food intake and portions were healthy I was fine. I discussed with my surgeon and I went with a sleeve. So far so good. -
@BirdLady21 I had my bypass the same day as you, on Dec 7th, im 3 weeks pot-op today as well. My problem is i can eat almost anything. I am refraining, but wish i would have a hard time. I have lost 38 pounds in the 3 weeks, i eat a meal every 2-3 hours. Today for breakfast was 59 cal yogurt, with 1 smashed avocado and small bag of 120 calorie protein crackers that I bought on bariatricpal. But then 3 hours later, 2 eggs and 1 percent cottage cheese, like 4 ounces worth. I feel like im eating too much, but my stomach is not bothering me at all, and i lost the 38 pounds in 3 weeks which is more than 10% of my body weight. Am I doing something wrong?? Any help from anyone would be greatly appreciated.
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Hi So i am planning on getting the sleeve. But i keep hearing about people needing revisions to bypass. Those that got the revision. Why? This worries me because i am paying cash for my sleeve which is roughly $20K and i dont have the money for a revision if that will be needed. Makes me not want to get the surgery at all.
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Hello Lovely Ladies! I wanted to find some women to follow on Instagram that are, have been or will be documenting there journey on Instagram! Please add me so I can follow you back please! Slimming_Santos ( cow profile pic lol ) I will document, live feed my journey! RNY / Gastric Bypass Jan 18th 2022!!!
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