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  1. Hi everyone!!! I hope all is well.

     

    After a bariatric Surgery/gastric bypass procedure and a patient loses over 100lbs/has a lot of loose skin............. does that SAME Surgeon perform a tummy tuck and a loose skin removal for the patient/ does health insurance cover it?

    I will be sure to ask the Surgeon when I have my initial meeting with him/her 2 months from now. 

    Any input would be greatly appreciated, thank you.

    1. Lynnlovesthebeach

      Lynnlovesthebeach

      No, different surgeons. A plastic surgeon does the tummy tuck and skin removal. You would have to check with your insurance for coverage because they are all different. Some cover panniculectomy (loose skin hanging from the abd) but most will not be covered.

    2. MandM1188

      MandM1188

      Thank you so much!!!!😍🥰

  2. Hi Im new on here I recently had gastric bypass about 6 weeks ago. Overall the surgery was a success however I feel like Im at a weight hick up dr says im doing everything right but I was still expecting to be dropping more weight. And drinking is a little bit of a challenge but im pushing through. I know everything takes time and Im still healing. Anyone having these issues too?

    1. Kikikayaker

      Kikikayaker

      what you’re going through is absolutely normal I cannot stress enough to stay hydrated. It is incredibly important to stay hydrated! The weight loss is going to come off stay hydrated get the protein and stay with the diet that the doctor recommends do not try to skip the steps! just remember you’re in this for the long haul! I am currently six months out from my surgery and I am extremely happy with it just remember you’re doing this for your health and well-being… And you’re not alone… If you have an air bubble that you feel in your chest that is normal… A lot of us have been through it just stay hydrated listen to your doctor follow the steps and be proud of yourself.-holly 6mo post op gastric bypass you got this!

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  3. In the process of scheduling Gastric Bypass. 

  4. I am now 52 years old and I have had a Lapband in Monterrey, Mexico in 2009  and a Bariatric Sleeve in Tijuana in 2017.  With the Lapband I lost maybe 2-35 pounds and gained it right back and then some. It was not an adjustable band it was just a ring around my stomach according to the surgeon (who had a hard time removing it) when I did my Gastric Sleeve.  When i decided to do the Bariatric Sleeve in 2017 my weight was 348 pounds and I was struggling with walking, breathing, no energy, buying/finding clothes and I was put on 2 blood pressure pills and a cholesterol pill. My Sleeve surgery went great and I was feeling so good down to 321 and loving it (I didn't even mind the liquid diet I was still on) and then I started to feel sick 2 weeks out of my Sleeve surgery and it ended up being a stomach leak on the staple line.  I struggled with drains for about 2 years and finally in December of 2019 i was drain and leak free.  After all that I was down 100 pounds and was weighing 248.  When I had the drain I never exercised I would just walk a bit with friends every other day maybe until we didn't because life got busy or I got sick again.  At the hospital I found that I was now lactose intolerant and I have not found any protein shakes I can drink without feeling sick to my stomach.  I have regained about 26 pounds and i just want input on how to lose weight since i am not on any particular diet and eat all kind of bad food until I am full ( i would love some recipes or a daily menu).  I have been considering the Gastric Bypass since I have horrible reflux and have been researching the pros and cons and would appreciate any input. 

    1. melvin5ft2

      melvin5ft2

      You might try the Thrive Lifestyle Mix. Its a protein shake but it does have some carbs. I have a problem with protein shakes. They make my stomach hurt. I recently started the Thrive 3 step which is a vitamin (in capsules) and a skin patch and a shake mix. The shake works for me and I think the reason why is because it has digestive enzymes in it. This makes it a lot easier for your stomach to break it down. It has amylase, bromelain, cellulase, protease, lipase, papain, and protease. Its like taking a whole digestive enzyme capsule with your protein shake, but its all in an individual serving envelop and you mix it with whatever you want. I mix mine with either water or almond milk, but you could mix it with soy milk if you wanted to do that. It is the easiest to digest nutrition shake I've ever done. If you decide you want to try it. I know a gal who will probably send you a sample or two. I actually have enough packets of this that I could send you a couple packets to try if you message me your address.

    2. Mixfex

      Mixfex

      https://lbwic.com/

  5. {{$title = \IPS\Output::i()->title;}} {$title} Marketing weight-loss surgery is competitive. A strategic plan and experienced guidance can help you win. Bariatric surgery marketing and advertising are commonplace… and necessary. That’s because the CDC says nearly 40 percent of Americans over age 20 are obese. As obesity rises, so does the interest in bariatric surgery, which has opened up opportunities for surgeons to change their case mix and help make a difference in more people’s lives. There are new techniques, new options for patients, and new ways for surgeons to provide appropriate, effective treatment. What also has increased is the competition between bariatric surgeons. To compete, bariatric surgeons must stand out. The increase in both demand and opportunity has created a much more competitive market for bariatric surgeons, one of the most common challenges we’ve seen for these types of practices. In some areas, there is a virtual deluge of bariatric surgery marketing messages from weight-loss surgeons. In most markets, candidates for weight-loss surgery have plenty of choices. So, how do you compete? At BariatricPal, we know that competing in a crowded market means standing out from the competition. And that means having a compelling bariatric surgery marketing message, getting it heard and having it drive response. Marketing works, even in healthcare, even for referral-driven surgical practices and especially for practices — like bariatric surgery providers — who must directly appeal to prospective patients. Competitors are marketing. aggressively. To stand out from them, you can’t merely market your bariatric practice. You have to market it well. You have to promote it strategically. A strategic path to marketing bariatric surgery effectively to grow your practice. Strategy is the hallmark of our approach to helping bariatric practices maximize their success by marketing effectively. With strategy at top of mind and more than 20 years’ experience to their credit, our professionals come to the table with knowledge not just of healthcare marketing but specifically of how to most successfully plan and implement bariatric surgery marketing. Our strategies for weight-loss surgery practices consider the need to create a compelling message while also speaking to potential risks, complications, the mental-emotional aspects, and the level of commitment patients need to make. We know stoma from stomach and duodenum from jejunum. Our marketing professionals are also familiar with the differences between today’s modern procedures, from lap band and sleeve gastrectomy to gastric bypass and even duodenal switch. And we understand that the highest standard of ethics is of paramount importance. Marketing bariatric surgery ethically because your reputation is everything. As a surgeon, your reputation is your chief asset. At BariatricPal, we never forget this, and reputation management and enhancement are woven into the fiber of all of our professional services. Everything we do is to solidify your good reputation, which is why take a strong position for marketing ethically. While ethics are clearly not insisted upon by all bariatric surgeons in their marketing, we see no distinction between ethical medical practices and ethical messaging. We believe in marketing our bariatric-surgery clients with the same commitment to reputation that they demonstrate in the operating room. Scientific marketing: measure the results of your efforts. Branding. Internet strategy. Referral-building. Practice representation. Staff training. Print collateral. TV and radio marketing. Our marketing strategists will devise a customized plan that will help you achieve your goals within your marketplace. We do this scientifically, basing what we do on what we know works in markets like yours for weight-loss surgeons like you. Also, our scientific approach to marketing bariatric surgery means that we measure the results of your marketing efforts, as well. It’s vital to know what is and isn’t working so, together, we can make adjustments to your messaging in order to best achieve your goals.
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  7. The BIG Book On The Gastric Bypass Everything You Need to Know to Lose Weight and Live Well with the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery View Preview Paperback Price: $24.99 BUY NOW Kindle Price: $9.99 BUY NOW eBook Price: $9.99 BUY NOW PDF Price: $9.99 BUY NOW About — The Big Book on the Gastric Bypass Are you sick and tired of struggling with obesity? If you've been obese for years and have tried every weight loss diet without lasting success, weight loss surgery may be the right choice for you. "The Big Book on the Gastric Bypass: Everything You Need to Lose Weight and Live Well with the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass" is your complete guide to the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. Like so many other patients who have struggled with obesity for many years, you may find that the gastric bypass is the tool you need to eat well and finally lose weight for good. The Big Book guides you through each step of the journey, from deciding to get RYGB, finding a surgeon and paying for surgery, to recovering from surgery, following the bypass diet and losing weight and keeping it off for life. "The Big Book on the Gastric Bypass: Everything You Need to Lose Weight and Live Well with the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass" treats you with the respect you deserve and provides facts and analysis in simple language. It discusses everything related to obesity, weight loss, the gastric bypass and the weight loss surgery diet so that you can make the best decisions for yourself. The book further helps you by being a source of advice and motivation. It contains stories from real-life bypass patients, told in their words. When you're ready to learn all about losing weight and living well with the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, grab your copy of the book and get reading! Read more about the authorsAbout the book's authors: Alex Brecher Founder and CEO of WLSBoards.com Natalie Stein Vice President of Health and Nutrition With every page of "The BIG Book on the Gastric Bypass" you will learn important details such as: The options for surgical weight loss and what is involved with the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass. How to make your decision and what questions to ask before surgery What your diet and exercise will look like following the procedure How to adjust to your incredible new body And so much more {block="gastric_bypass_about"} {block="gastric_bypass_table_of_contents"}
  8. {{$title = \IPS\Output::i()->title;}} {$title} Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) is the most common type of gastric bypass weight loss surgery.1 It is usually laparoscopic. It is reversible if necessary, but is designed to be permanent. The surgeon first divides your stomach, leaving a smaller upper portion and stitching shut the larger remainder of your stomach so that it can't be used any more.2 Normally, food in your stomach empties to the upper portion of the small intestine. In RYGB, the surgeon attaches the small stomach pouch to a place lower down on the small intestine, thus "bypassing" the majority of your stomach, the duodenum (upper portion of your small intestine) and at least part of the jejunum (middle portion of your small intestine). A long-limb RYGB procedure bypasses more of your intestine; in this case, the surgeon attaches your newly formed small stomach pouch to a place even lower on your small intestine. The long-limbed RYGB procedure can lead to faster weight loss because of greater nutrient malabsorption (fewer nutrients absorbed). Why is the procedure called "Roux-en-Y?" The gastric pouch is called the "roux limb," and the "Y" shape is formed by the three arms coming together at a junction. The three parts are: The small stomach pouch that holds food The large stomach pouch that secretes digestive juices The far portion of the small intestine that the two portions of the stomach are connected to Buchwald H. ASBS 2004 consensus conference statement: bariatric surgery for morbid obesity: health implications for patients, health professionals and third-party payers. Surgery for obesity and related diseases, 2005;371-381 Ibid. Advantages and Disadvantages of the Gastric Bypass Advantages of the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass No bands, staples or other foreign objects in your body An established procedure with more research on safety and effectiveness than the vertical sleeve gastrectomy and sleeve plication More weight loss in the first year than the gastric sleeve and the adjustable gastric band (lap-band)1 Reversible if necessary (but not easily) Can be revised to a longer-limb Roux-en-Y gastric bypass if an initial short-limb procedure does not lead to expected weight loss. Quick improvements in your health, especially in your blood sugar control with better insulin resistance, lower blood sugar levels and possible resolution of diabetes May be a good choice for individuals with a sweet tooth because sweet foods are not typically tolerated Jackson TD, Hutter MM. Morbidity and effectiveness of laporscopic sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric band and gastric bypass for morbid obesity. Advances in Surgery, 2012;46:255-68. Disadvantages of the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Higher risk of nutritional deficiencies due to malabsorption than the lap-band, sleeve plication and vertical gastric sleeve Weight regain can occur after a couple of years if appetite levels increase and/or the stomach pouch is stretched High-sugar and high-fat foods can cause dumping syndrome, with symptoms of shakiness, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea Stomach pouch can be stretched if patient overeats, leading to less restriction and less effectiveness Complications are less frequent, but are more likely to be serious Possible Complications/Risks of the Gastric Bypass Intolerance to certain foods Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, with severe heartburn Nutritional deficiencies due to low food intake and nutrient malabsorption Dumping syndrome Staple line leaks from the stomach and intestines where they were cut and stitched during the procedure Vomiting, nausea, diarrhea Strictures Weight Loss and the Roux-en-Y (RYGB) Rapid weight loss in first 6 to 12 months About 65 to 70% of excess weight loss (EWL) within 2 years Often more than 100 pounds lost Many RYGB patients regain about 20 or more pounds after the first two years of weight loss The RYGB is restrictive and malabsorptive and it affects your appetite hormones. Restrictive: Right after surgery, the top portion can hold only about one ounce, or two tablespoons, of food. This forces you to have smaller meals you fill up faster Malabsorptive: With RYGB, food doesn't go into your duodenum, which is where a lot of nutrient absorption usually occurs. Absorbing less protein, fat and carbohydrate leads to fewer calories and faster weight loss. Hormonal:1 2 changes in your hormones after RYGB can decrease hunger. Ghrelin: a hormone that causes hunger and whose levels decrease after RYGB PYY: (neuropeptide YY) a hormone that reduces hunger and whose levels increase after RYGB GLP-1: (glucagon-like peptide 1) a hormone that reduces hunger and whose levels increase after RYGB Mechanick MD, Kushner RF…Dixon J. American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, The Obesity Society, and American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery medical guidelines for clinical practice for the perioperative nutritional, metabolic, and nonsurgical support of the bariatric surgery patient. Obesity, 2009;17(S1):S3-72. Morinigo R, Moize V, Musri M, Lacy AM, Navarro S, Marin JL…Vidal J. Glucagon-like peptide-1, peptide YY, hunger and satiety after gastric bypass surgery for morbid obese subjects. JCEM, 2006;91(5):1735.
  9. {{$title = \IPS\Output::i()->title;}} {$title} Several types of weight loss surgeries are commonly performed and can lead to successful weight loss. How do you choose the one that is right for you? Patient needs to consider and discuss their individual situations with their surgeons before deciding on the procedure that they feel is best for them. This page has some of the factors to consider when you're deciding on which weight loss surgery to get. You'll notice that Cost is not on this list. It should not affect this life-changing decision about your health! Speed of Weight Loss: The gastric bypass and biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD-DS) have the fastest initial weight loss. Some patients can lose 5 to 7 pounds per week shortly after surgery. That can be good for patients who are in severe discomfort from joint pain. Fast initial weight loss may also be easier mentally for patients who need to see results quickly to stay motivated. Starting Weight and Health: The adjustable gastric band (lap-band or Realize band) is a more common choice for patients who have a lower starting BMI. The vertical sleeve gastrectomy (gastric sleeve) is an increasingly common choice for higher BMI patients. The gastric bypass is known for improving blood sugar control quickly, and many patients with type 2 diabetes choose this procedure. Long-Term Results: The gastric bypass and lap-band have been used for years and are well established. The gastric sleeve and sleeve plication are newer procedures. Clinical trials are still gathering scientific data on their long-term results and complications, although it looks so far as though weight loss from those surgeries is similar to that of lap-band or gastric bypass. The gastric sleeve can be converted to a BPD-DS if weight loss isn't satisfactory, but it cannot be reversed. The gastric bypass can be redone or a band can be added ("band over bypass"). The gastric band is reversible if necessary, so any of the other weight loss surgeries can be tried if the band doesn't work. Adjustability: The adjustable gastric band is the only option that's easily adjustable. Filling the band increases restriction to help speed weight loss, and decreasing the fill volume of the band reduces restriction to let your esophagus heal if you get esophagitis or to let you increase your nutrient intake when needed, such as during pregnancy or when you're sick. The other surgeries are not adjustable. Maintenance: The adjustable gastric band requires more attention. You need to visit your surgeon each time you want an adjustment (fill or unfill). This can happen several times in the first year. If you have trouble getting time off work to see your surgeon, the lap-band may not be for you. Fear of Needles: Adjustments require your surgeon to stick a needle in your access port near your belly button. You might feel a small prick or have topical local anesthesia applied so you don't feel anything. However, if you have a fear of needles, the gastric band may not be for you. Fear of Implanted Medical Devices: The gastric band, connection tubing and access port are all permanently inside of you if you get the lap-band. The gastric sleeve or gastric bypass don't require permanent medical devices, and may be better choices if you worry about malfunctioning parts. Restriction and Malabsorption: All of the surgeries are restrictive; they reduce your stomach size so you fill up faster and can't eat as much. The gastric bypass and BPD-DS are also malabsorptive. They reduce the calories that you absorb from food to help you lose weight faster. They also prevent you from eating sweets because high-sugar foods can cause shakiness, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea from dumping syndrome after these surgeries. If your sweet tooth caused your obesity, gastric bypass and BPD-DS might be better choices for you.
  10. I just had conversion to gastric bypass on November 1 due to hiatal hernia and acid reflux issues. Surgery was a success. The sipping water after surgery is much easier this time for some reason. I am craving savory foods like crazy...hummus, salsa and marinara sauce so I cannot wait to incorporate some of those things in my diet. 

    1. Road Runner

      Road Runner

      Congratulations on your success! I'm scheduled for a revision in December and I'm so afraid I will not succeed,, since I had very little success with the lap band.

  11. Thank God! I finally figured out how to log on.!! I'm looking for a surgeon in my area on TN. I had gastric bypass in '03 and left the state of Ala. I never went for a f/u either. Now I've gained weight again and need serious help. I don't know where to start. I don't remember the doctors name who Fisrt did it. I'm willing to pay cash possibly. Just need to be sterned in the right way. Please help. I may not know how to get back However I will try to get back on here.

    1. karen_marie

      karen_marie

      Hey there! I see in your other activity that you had a consult on 9/1 in Nashville. How did that go? Wondering if they thought surgical intervention was recommended, or more one-on-one time with a nutritionist?

  12. How can I lose half my weight I am 52 years old I have arthritis I have COPD I have high blood pressure I have carpal tunnel and I get tired when I walk and it hurts to be heavy and I'm only 5 3 what can I do to get gastric bypass or anything to help me to eat less and don't cost me anything because I don't have any money all I have is a partnership health card from the government so help me and my daughter we weigh the same thing and we are the same height so what kind of help can we get to help us get our weight off so that I can be here for my grandchildren and she can be here for children their children I only two and three years old my last child 13 years old I want to be around from my family

    1. Fibro Queen

      Fibro Queen

      Have you tried to get disability with the COPD? Don't know what the limits are. I have Fibro and many other illnesses and know the pain of walking. Chronic fatigue, chronic pain, diabetes and high blood pressure to include a few. I start with very mild yoga. Stretching mostly, and 5 minutes of walking. After a couple of weeks move up to another 5 minutes. Use a walker if you have to. I do. It helps with the knee pain. Takes the pressure off my back and knees both.

    2. Apple1

      Apple1

      Check with your insurance. Many plans do cover the surgery. Praying for you!

    3. LadyLeo

      LadyLeo

      I thank you all for your information it is helpful and I will call my health insurance card thank you I appreciate your advice

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  13. I am 20 days post op. Yay! I notice I lost weight (expected) however because I can not lift weights, my arms are sort of hangy. I also haven't had the energy to actually work out, but I've been restless. I guess that's my body saying you should work out Cassy...right? I'm a bit nervous due to occasional lightheadedness which is due to dehydration. However, I feel I need to start working out now. I've never had any form of surgery until this Gastric Bypass, and honestly it threw me for a loop regarding my recovery. I've never felt so weak or helpless. Everyday I get better and feel better, but I have to do better with my water intake. My body is not use to not drinking water. I crave it, I just can't get it all in the way I want. I'm still on the pureed stage, but I don't think I'm doing this right. One day at a time right? :-\

    1. 120Cassy

      120Cassy

      My doctor said wait 6 weeks before lifting. I also have a weaker upper body strength area, so its my problem area. I expect my arms to be loose and hangy before I get to tone, but I have a feeling that it may be an area I may consider getting skin surgery for.

    2. Fiskgyrl

      Fiskgyrl

      Oh ok. That is something that keeps me from wls. Im trying to look at the bigger picture and focus on the health benefits. But I gotta be honest and say the fear of the loose skin haunts me. :blink: But I'm seeing that even if I somehow manage to lose weight without wls, I am still going to have a lot of loose skin. Thanks for sharing your progress

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  14. Today was my first appointment with Dr. Gandas @ AAMC.  I am fired up and ready to roll !!  I have to see a TON of doctors appointments to schedule tomorrow, and my goal is to knock them all out before my November appointment with my surgeon so his office can send my paperwork in for insurance approval and schedule surgery for late January.  Evidently, paperwork can go in before dietitian meetings are finished, but surgery date has to be after the last class meeting.  Surgeon seemed a little bored with the whole thing, LOL, we mainly talked about the work I do (energy policy). :-)

  15. Surgery was yesterday and I was scheduled a gastric bypass , but because of the scar tissue from my C-section 24 years ago . After my Dr.removed as much scar tissue as possible he was unable to perform the bypass. The sleeve was done and I feel 😊 hopefully I hold the water down so I can get to go home😜😂

    1. Ydiva1

      Ydiva1

      This morning I had a swallow study @ 8:00 a.m. to make sure there is no leaking inside my new stomach.

      The radiologist cleared me to go home so after Dr, Johnston checked the x-ray he came to my room and explain the 1st week consist of clear liquids for 7 days.I got back for my post-op visit on September 7th so he can explain the 2nd-week menu.🤸🏿‍♀️🤸🏿‍♀️🤸🏿‍♀️🤸🏿💝😍😜😻😻😻

    2. Ydiva1

      Ydiva1

      @chemica Melissa Campbell Thank you, Thank you Thank you !!!! Baby Girl you are on your way. i wanted the gastric bypass as well, but do to the amount of scar tissue from my previous C-section didn't allow it.My husband o.ked it while I was under anesthesia so when I came to he told me first thing. Don't worry you will lose the weight you want.At the time I made that decision I was 275 and the day of surgery I was 255lbs. That 20 lbs made a big difference and if I do everything I'm told to do I will have no problem getting to my goal of 135lbs.

    3. chemica melissa campbell

      chemica melissa campbell

      wow so that means if every

      thing goes true for me to do my surgery date is sep 20 which am down to 223 already

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  16. I am still waiting to be scheduled for my Gastric Bypass Surgery.  Can anyone tell me what I can expect to be felling after the surgery and how difficult it can be when it comes to eating and drinking?

    1. Edavis1124

      Edavis1124

      I just had gastric bypass about 19 days ago. I can tell you what I felt. Remember each person is different and each drs technique is also different. So this is from my experience. I hope it helps.

      My surgery was at cleveland clinic. My Dr uses some sort of block, so for the first 72hrs my entire stomach area was numb. Which made for lovenox shots easier and painless. I felt pain on the inside from the rerouting of my plumbing. It hurt a lot. I had kidney removed 2 years ago and the pain was worse then that. But I also feel because of this huge drug epidemic in my area, they are afraid to use a lot of post surgery meds. Which is sad, I said I will never have a surgery again. Not even skin removal because the pain wasn't controlled enough for me, so when I lose my 120 extra, I will be carting a deflated balloon. Sorry off topic.

      Start to keep the little medicine cups they give your pills is. As u will need to sip, no bigger then that all your protein and liquids from. I have had to force things down, because i didn't feel it. Set an alarm for every 15 minutes and then sip whatever is the choice of drink. It sucks but you will get used to it. And it will be second nature. But your body needs protein to heal, so sip up. Even if you don't feel it.

      Gas pain was huge for me after surgery and has taken a good 2 weeks to get rid of. I was swollen and huge. I slept sitting up. I got a bed wedge from brookstone, I used a coupon from bed bath and beyond, for 20% off and it was on sale, for 60.00, this saved me and I still use it. It converts into 8 different positions so you will still use it as you heal more. Walking was also very helpful with gas pain. Remember not too use a straw as it will put more gas in your tiny little crabby baby belly. My best advice is listen to your body and your Dr. Take it slow. You don't want a leak.

      I have had dumping 1 time ,because I got a high protein smoothie at the mall, and it still had way to much sugar in, so I paid that night.

      That's about all I can say. Is be patient and go slow. Pain is all relative to the person and subjective.i know that's not what you were looking for. Happy thoughts and remember people have traveled this road before and have done just fine.

    2. LouiseO

      LouiseO

      I had Gastric Bypass on July 14, 2017 and here's how I felt thereafter:

      • I never felt hungry therefore I did not want to eat...but had to. I still feel this way right now.
      • I was supposed to eat 3 meals and 3 snacks immediately after surgery, but could only eat maybe 2 meals the first week.
      • I don't have cravings for food. In fact, I sometimes feels disgusted when I see food.
      • My first 2 weeks diet consisted of a liquid diet. Weeks 3-5 is the puréed stage. Week 6+ will be regular food.
      • I had problems drinking water in the first week because I wasn't able to swallow. Now I am able to drink close to 60 oz.
      • I had gas pain in the first week, but that subsided in week 2.
      • I didn't feel pain where I had surgery, which was nice. All the incisions healed quickly.
      • I was constipated, which was a nightmare (you need to get your fluids in to avoid this problem).
      • I was very tired and napped a lot.
      • I was able to walk on a treadmill for 15-20 mins in week one. Starting week 2, I was able to walk 5 km /3.10 miles on a treadmill. I walk that amount 6 days a week.
      • I lost quite a few pounds during weeks 1 and 2 post op, but then stalled in weeks 3 and 4 (I'm currently ending week 4).
      • Although the numbers on the scale haven't moved much lately, I have noticed that my clothes fit better. I suppose I am losing inches which is pretty cool.
      • I do feel a little bit depressed when I don't see the numbers on the scale go down. I have discovered that I am impatient about my weight loss and this factor is playing head games with me.

      All the best with your surgery. Never look back and have regrets. Instead enjoy the new you!

  17. I had my 1st appointment today. Had kind of decided I would get a bypass but after meeting with my surgeon she said the sleeve is the best for me. Did not even discuss the bypass. Which is ok with me I was not set on one or the other wanted to rely on the doctor expertise. However I had a real set back.  I have to get a surgeon for my diverticulitis which surprised me and enlightened me. I knew I was having episodes way more than I should but did not realize how dangerous it is. So I have to go to a colon rectal surgeon to see if surgery is called for in my case.  So when I left I called and made my appointment for Thursday. If surgery is needed then it will set my surgery back 2 to 3 months. I think it may be a blessing I went there just because I didn't not realize of serious the diverticulitis can be.  So if nothing else I am grateful for that. But my journey has begun and it is so exciting and scary. 

    1. Newme17

      Newme17

      I hope and pray everything works out great for you! Congrats on getting your journey started too. Sometimes we start one thing and realize we need to take care of another (or a bunch) to get our bodies healthy again. Do what you need to to get everything working as it should or best it could. If you need to wait a few months, then it'll be a blessing due to just getting prepared and healthy altogether! 😊 Keep us updated! We're here to encourage and cheer you on!

    2. BayougirlMrsS

      BayougirlMrsS

      i know if i have to have WLS again.... (emergency band removal two weeks ago, after 8.5 years).... I'll get the Mini GB. I've seen too many people get the sleeve only to gain it all back

    3. Newme17

      Newme17

      I think with any wls you've got the chance to gain it back. All depends on your lifestyle afterwards. My sister had the bypass and gained everything plus more back. Didn't take care of issues and habits beforehand. My opinion, any can be successful. Just have to work hard at it still.

  18. Hi, all!  In April 2017 I learned I needed a hip replacement but could not find a surgeon to help me.  My BMI is too high making the risk of infection too significant for anyone to consider the procedure.  So, after being obese the vast majority of my life, here I am.  Time to face the demons.  :P 

    One of my biggest concerns is failure.  My father and his sister both had gastric bypass surgery and both are larger now than before their procedures.  

    I need to lose (and keep off) 85 lbs to qualify for hip surgery.  I've lost 24 of it so far, pre-op.  Ideally I'd like to eventually get below 200 lbs.

    Surgery is scheduled for 8/7.  Today is day 4 of a two week clear liquid diet (which is much harder than expected).  

    1. OutsideMatchInside

      OutsideMatchInside

      I had a friend that had RNY and never got anywhere near goal and has regained about 1/3 of their loss. They had surgery before I did. I learned from all of their mistakes, and that helped me not make those mistakes and be successful. So think about what they did, what they did wrong and try not to follow in those foot steps.

      The things I saw my friend do was, not follow the post-op food steps. Eat the same just smaller (that won't last with time), and fad diet instead of finding a sustainable way of eating for life.

  19. I am thinking of having a sleeve revised into a full bypass. Has anyone had that done? And what we're the results?  

    1. Sherrie Scharbrough

      Sherrie Scharbrough

      Are you having problems with your Sleeve? I personally haven't had any revision. But my hubby had his Lap Band for 13 years. It eroded into his liver and it was a mess. He was sick for 9 months with abcesses. Tried again 1 year ago but the scar tissue was amost solid on his right side so they did the Sleeve on him. I had my RNY almost 4 years ago. I have done well. I do hear of others having revisions so maybe someone will read your post. Good Luck

    2. PatsyDB

      PatsyDB

      No, no problems w sleeve. Just no more weight loss. Tho doing same things. So surgeon says revising to a bypass will get the ball rolling again. Thank you for answering!

      Pat

  20. Emilia Nolasco, cuando las enfermedades se van con la obesidad. Una vida Gastric Bypass México. #YoSoyGBM @_engdl.… https://t.co/diZ70YDLVg

  21. OK so it's been a while since I've been on here. I had a home sleep study November 18th on the 28th they called to tell me I was missing data from my belly belt (meaning it didn't register). I was told to reschedule the test for December 16th. Now I'm sitting waiting for these results to come back. I hope this is the last I hear about a sleep study. I started this journey on September 7th, everything was done by October 16th except the sleep study. I've taken it twice...it's just frustrating to know everyone has cleared and we're just waiting on this study.

  22. Well, I had my last diet visit yesterday and also met with my surgeon and signed the gastric bypass consent form! Time to wait for insurance approval, purchase vitamins and protein shakes/broths, and start getting prepared. I will likely be having surgery some time between February 5 and 16. Due to having surgery in a different city and staying with family for recovery, the only week I would be able to do in January would be the 15th-19th and that would require getting approved within the next 2 weeks, which isn't likely. So.... early February! Between 7 to 8 weeks from now. How did this happen so fast?! 

  23. juliarea

    Before

    Before gastric bypass surgery
  24. tracynicole5181

    Random Pictures of Me Before Surgery

    These are random pictures of me before my gastric bypass. Can't wait to add pictures to an after album.
  25. Celiac Sprue Disease patient scheduled for Gastric Bypass.  Learning to live Gluten Free, with a healthy lifestyle, and Bariatric Surgery = Better Quality of Life!

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