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Revision from sleeve to bypass
momof5cantwait replied to throckmorton's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I am in the same Boat Sleeve in 2013 SW 260 Lowest - 170 Then had cancer - treatment and lots of unhealthy eating Now - hiatal hernia, lots of reflux Revision coming in December My dr said weight loss rate will be the same I’m getting nervous -
When I had the Lap-Band I looked at Stretta due to acid reflux and Barretts Esophagus. Linx is a very interesting technology. I never realized that it limited your ability to vomit if necessary. I revised to a Gastric Bypass and that's cured my reflux 100%.
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Surgery (what you'll experience) and recovery were about the same for the most part. I was also banded in 2011 and had issues, I was revised to the Bypass this past March (could not be happier!). Most def bring that pillow! All other advice is really the same as the band, with the exception of, don't buy too much before surgery to prep... more than likely you either won't use it, will have too much or won't like the taste. It was advised to me that revision patients don't lose as quickly as first timers, just something to be aware of... that said, I'm down 100 lbs since March, so, your mileage may vary. Otherwise, good luck!
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Good morning friends. I had the lapband done in 2011 and always had issues with my band. Vomiting became a daily part of my life for years. I tried the revision process before but had obstacle after obstacle. I am now ready for revision and will have surgery on Nov 20th. We hope to remove the band and perform bypass all in one shot. I remember band surgery was not fun. What advice do you have for this soon to be bypass newbie? Advice before, day of surgery, days after surgery and etc? I read somewhere even a pillow for the ride home can be extremely helpful (my ride home will be an almost 2 hour drive if there is no traffic). So that is added to the list. Thank you so much for any info. I am very excited and nervous but cannot wait to get started on this new journey. Have a wonderful day! Sent from my SM-G960U using BariatricPal mobile app
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Saw my surgeon today and got my date. 17th Jan. Lapband removal, possible hiatus hernia repair and revision to RNY
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Pre op and post op from UK
LosingitLondon replied to KevinK's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Hi, I am! I am from London. Banded about 8 years ago and now looking at getting it revised to a bypass. -
October 2018 Sleevers
ElectricBoogaloo replied to kdiddle31's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Good luck! I was revised from the band on October 10th. I have been complication free and progressing well. -
Revision surgery
marylynn579 replied to SunnyPeters's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I am having a revision 11-5 due to the opening between my stomach and intestines being way too big. My pouch is still fairly small but Things are passing through my stomach quickly. I have gained about 40lbs. How was recovery for everyone? I’m having the usual pre-surgery anxiety. Thanks, Mary -
Hi Jolyn! How did your recovery go? I had an RYN 5.5 years ago and am having a revision done 11/5 due to the same thing. Mary
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Not Losing Weight on PreOp Diet??
Alpaca55 replied to mousecat88's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm on day 4 of a 7 day pre-op liquid diet - semi-skimmed milk and any tea, coffee etc - using milk from the allowed amount. I'm not losing much - and as mousecat said, I've had much better results on a very restricted low carb diet in the past. But, I'm just trying to keep it going. My op is on Wednesday! Sleeve - revision from Band!... -
I don't think I'm ready ):
RHCD replied to CashmereAndBones's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
This is a life changing decision that takes time to wrap your brain around. Nothing wrong with wanting to try another path. It took me about 5 years where I was trying the idea on and thinking thru it. I talked to friends and people who had lost 100 lbs with straight diet and exercise, who’d had a lap band the revision to sleeve, plus a couple of normal sleeve. All were honest with me on their struggles, setbacks and what choices they make every day. I’m only at month 6 and the things to stay away from were already not part of my regular diet pre surgery. I don’t really drink alcohol or soda but giving up apple cider now that’s been hard this fall. I’m still wrapping my head around baking and sweets cause I love to bake. Take your time to be sure this is truly what you want. -
Revision surgery - sleeve to bypass Need advice
Bryn910 replied to momof5cantwait's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had my sleeve to bypass revision in May of this year. My weight loss has been faster and have lost more since revision than with sleeve. 82 pounds down although I lost nothing in month of October. But I have picked up weight lifting more and increased my frequency to the gym. -
Band to sleeve revision scheduled in Mexico in October
Grey Cat replied to Endora's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I have had the band since 2011 and am going to Mexico to Dr IIIan to have it removed and revised to the sleeve. I have had nothing but issues since getting it. I was wondering did you all have issues with the port once it was removed? Like pain in the port area? I am doing as much preparation as possible so I know what to expect My surgery is scheduled Jan9th In Mexico -
Revision surgery - sleeve to bypass Need advice
momof5cantwait posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had my sleeve in March 2013 Did wonderfully for first 18 months until other health issues consumed my life Since then , I have gained almost all of my weight back I am now approved for a revision to a by pass Have others done this? How was weight loss the second time around? Advice? -
Pre-Op Journey
harmony love replied to hwequestrian's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi everyone isn't crazy how its the hardest decision to make. Which surgery would be the best for us. I struggled with that decision up to a few months ago. Orginially I was set to do the sleeve, thinking it would be less invasive, sounds like a simpler operation, easier for surgeon to perform but for me I had done soooo much research and after having my endoscopy, I'm convinced the bypass would ultimately be my better choice. I had some low grade inflammation in my stomach which I feel could eventually cause bad acid reflux disease. I had BAD acid reflux before don't want to live with it. Again there is so many people who have done the sleeve and not experience any issues with reflux and have had a lot of success and maintain healthier weight. Its my opinion I've read some really bad horror stories about lap band and lots of revisions which are harder to achieve weight loss and complications after 2nd surgery. I'm just saying really research before considering lap band. As for insurance and out of pocket expense, some hospitals have programs that will adjust depending on your income. Hopefully you'll have some kinda help. so my surgery is 11/15 bypass yep its happening crazy time flys -
Charge the date of your surgery to the original date 9 years ago. If you want to, put the date of your revision into your sig.
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There are members here with the sleeve that have been successful. There are also members that have had revisions. Either due to issues with the band or the band just not working for them. Searching the forum and reading other's experiences will surely be beneficial. The only personal experience I have is my brother having it some time back and although he lost "some" weight at the very beginning it never really worked for him. He still has it but has recently been talking about having a revision. I stayed away from the thought of WLS for many years because I knew nothing other than the band and thought of it as a gimmick for surgeons to get the $$ from insurances. This process is very mental so be sure to get yourself ready there. Ultimately you have to make the best decision for you. GOOD LUCK and ENJOY!!!!!
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Is one week off work enough?
Matt Z replied to Samantha1324's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I would not recommend only a week off. For so many reasons. I took 2 full months off for my lap band, and 2 full months off for my revision to bypass. VERY glad I did! -
I agree. I always try to be kind and helpful. I would certainly never turn round and say to someone that the reason they need a revision is because they drink so much! There is always a degree of interpretation when things are posted on the net and sometimes things don't come across the way they are intended. I think it's pretty hard to misinterpret this though!
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So according to the VET forum you can only post if you are 18 months post surgery. However when you are 9 years post surgery but awaiting a revision you can't post. This seems silly. Yes I'm a novice when it comes to RNY but I still have plenty of other useful advice . Maybe someone needs to look at changing this
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Apparently I'm the perfect example of why people shouldn't drink! I'd better get dressed and go and find my local AA now! the most ironic thing is the user that posted this has herself had a revision!
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This is a rant and a rave. Firstly I would like to say that I have always found the people here to be in the most part helpful and supportive. The same cannot be said for all other sites. Some of the sanctimonious BS from some peeps is unreal. Example Wow reading this thread is depressing. So many people saying never to drink alcohol again. Absolutes ( never )are very hard to accept. I got my band 9 years ago and was never told I had to give up alcohol. I enjoy a glass or 2 of wine a couple of times a week. Maybe I'm lucky I didn't become an alcoholic! Now looking at revising to RNY so I understand that I am going to have to give that up, at least for the foreseeable future but I would hate to think that I could NEVER have a glass of wine again. alcohol is pure sugar. The body uses that pure sugar to function instead of burning your stored fat for energy. Maybe ifvyou had not used alcohol you would be at goal weight and not looking for a revision. You are a perfect example of the truth of what those who are saying about alcohol use are saying. Alcoholics and drug abusers in recovery use the never absolute every day. They have to, no other choice. Not using absolutes, like never is often just an excuse.
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Revision from sleeve to bypass
xoxococojay replied to throckmorton's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Of course! By all means if you have any questions, feel free to ask. Did you get a surgery date yet for your revision? -
Revision from sleeve to bypass
xoxococojay replied to throckmorton's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Yes- i did! I had my revision friday and i feel freaking amazing!!! I’m wishing you all the best of luck. I was in the same boat as you in the sense that i workout hard core religiously 5 days per week and i’m like the poster child in my local area for how to eat post op, but even i had severe reflux. Shit happens. It got to the point where i honestly didn’t even care if i drank sparkling water because i ended up with reflux anyway by avoiding that. So i did not have bypass, i had the one anastomosis bypass which is different. It’s rare and i’m actually literally the first person in my state to even have that done. So we’ll see how it compares, but so far i can say that it is definitely very very different from my sleeve. You will be so much happier once the reflux goes away. All the best to you. -
Revision from sleeve to bypass
throckmorton replied to throckmorton's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Good to hear. What kind of revision? I thought the bypass was it? Sent from my SM-G960U using BariatricPal mobile app
