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Surgeon trying to talk me into band.
Poorehouse replied to bigbeauty78's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I have the band and I have had it 5 years ... I HATE it! I still feel hungry and I don't get a full feeling I get a stuck feeling! I have had port replaced and I had to have band replaced too! I never lost more than 25-30 pounds. And after reading band to sleeve revisions on this site and all. Their problems I am having my band removed and checking into the sleeve myself. If had to do again I would have done sleeve to begin with. Plus consider the cost long term ... The band requires office visiting and fills every 4-6 WEEKS until goal is met IF it gets met and that cool take over a year. Very expensive! It adds up! Sleeve after your post op you will follow up every 6 months I believe. Get another opinion ... It may be you are too small for surgery -
Surgeon trying to talk me into band.
clk replied to bigbeauty78's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Do a search for GERD here. We have plenty of folks that have been sleeved with it, too. Acid is an issue for many post op, but for the vast majority it fades before the first year post op. In my case, 4-6 months and I was off my PPI. I've been on it since for my pregnancy and two other short periods when I was under an incredible amount of stress. Other than that, the issue resolved and it's this way for many. Losing too much weight and being malnourished is hardly a concern here. You'll see the occasional voice chime in that they got smaller than they wanted, but it's rare. And you're only malnourished if you choose not to eat adequate nutrition and take your B12, multi and Iron, if needed. I did have an issue with B12 and iron, but I've always had iron/anemia deficiencies. Now I'm on supplements that help me feel better than ever before. Additionally, you'll see many people get revised to sleeve from the band - and many of those people do it in part due to stomach damage and acid problems! My opinion is that your doctor is just more comfortable with the band procedure. This happens and it's true that the sleeve still isn't done at the rate of the older band and bypass. Only you can make this decision, but I can tell you that I was dead set on a band and thought a sleeve was too drastic...until I did six months of research and lurked on the band talk site and saw how miserable people were with the band surgery. Best of luck and I hope that you find a solution that makes you comfortable. I chose to self pay because my insurance covers only band and bypass. ~Cheri -
I had a consult with a surgeon and he's trying to talk me into the band. Given my bmi is only 36, He thinks I will loose a great amount of weight and become malnourished. I believe there are other reason for his push on the band. Like follow ups and the fills, means more $$. I over heard him through the wall, to the room next to mine, trying to push the band on another patient. Should I give the band a try first then have revision later if it fails?? So stressed over this!
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Lightweights in the house! Any more people with less to lose/less BMI's?
Ms.AntiBand replied to MumtazG38's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Revision weight 104lbs BMI 19 (no revision) Post band healing wait time for sleeve 18 months VSG weight 190 6 months post op weight 142lbs BMI 25 -
Surgeon has only done 26 sleeves
Cupcake replied to ChristmasJanet's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Slindownthick I am glad your revision went great congrats, I can't wait to join you. -
Hello all! Please add me to your group! I'm a band to bypass revision. Just got my date for March 21st! So Glad to have found all of you!
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Any Oct 6 Sleevers out there?
amboyd replied to MarciaN's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Had my 8 week post op check yesterday. Lost 27.7 lbs in 8 weeks???????? so happy. The lap band revision to sleeve surgery was the best choice. I feel so much better. I am in the onederlands. -
No regrets. Coming up on 6 weeks post op. No gerd from my vsg after the revision to bypass. Weight loss satisfactory. Equivalent to the sleeve. I just broke a one week stall, and dropped another 1.8 lbs. What is interesting is I had heard horror stories about "never trust a fart" lol and bowel problems. I almost decided against it but surgeon said I had to fix my gerd... But maybe cause I no longer have severe gerd, everything is literally normal. I feel no difference than before any of my WLS except I get full after a few bites. Having said that, I am early on and hope this positive trend of health continues. I can handle stalls and working to get the weight off but am always scared of leaks and other serious complications down the road. Sent from my SM-N986U using BariatricPal mobile app
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August Sleevers?! Where Ya's At?
mzlory replied to futureskinnypants's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm also very nervous and I can't seem to stay positive:( especially when so many people in my family don't want me to get d revision from band to sleeve. I also have children a 4 and 10 year old. Who only want me to tuck them in bed.lol -
I'm anxious to hear what is said about Gene pro too, as it's on my list of approved protein supplements, and I'm doing well with it twice a day. I love that it's unflavored & I add it to crystal light, dissolves great. I'm 2 weeks out Lapband revision with Gastric bypass. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using BariatricPal mobile app
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I just cringed when I read this! Why would you trust the same surgeon? Also, you do realize your risk for complications was increased significantlyas this is your third wls and second revision. Furthermore with a tighter sleeve your far more prone to gerd, strictures and gastric torsion. Is it really worth it? Anyway, hope your okay post op
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Sleeve to bypass revision success stories
Bryn910 replied to miss_smiles's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I am almost 7 weeks out sleeve to bypass and I too feel no hunger/no restriction. But I eat VERY little. Less than 2 ounces a day. I just can’t get use to food yet. We are still healing. i have read that weight loss may be slower for these types of revisions. My surgery was May 10th & I have lost 29lbs. 50 lbs from my highest. I believe what you are feeling is normal. try and get all your water in an way possible. You’re body won’t let go of anything if you aren’t drinking your fluids. Have sugar free popsicles as liquid (my nutritionist said it counts as 2 ounces). And try sugar free jello; those are liquids. -
Advice needed - VSG Failure
Miss215 replied to rulooking4me's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Oh wow...I’m sorry to hear this, and I hope it gets better. Are you thinking of having a revision?.. -
Hello! Sorry I've been away - been uber busy and I've been feeling a little down - the job I applied for was a no go... didn't get to the interview stage, which I was really gutted about as I would of like the experience. But I'm ok with it now... just gotta plod along and keep looking. I've picked myself up and dusted myself down and feel more positive again. At the end of term I took a coach/bus load of kids to Paris. The guy who originally organised it couldn't do it so they asked me to lead it... I was nervous of the responsibility but we had a great time and no dramas.The kids loved it, all 46 of them, and the other members of staff were really cool and did as I asked! Happy days. It was mine and my daughter's birthday yesterday... we had a great day. I have sorta resigned myself to the fact that it is her day now and go with the flow, so I spent the day running around after 11 teenagers... it was like being in work! lol. We had a BBQ for them and they all enjoyed themselves. Each went home with happy smiley faces! When the guests had gone, we say outside around the fire pit and drank tea - Betty had a can of Fosters...lol... apparently that is what 16yr olds do...lol. When I get chance I will post some pics - they are on my phone now and I want to put them on the puter. On the 5:2 front, I've been doing really well... not good in Paris and I did some damage limitation at the BBQ yesterday, but previously I've been getting in two really good fast days. Steve is still doing it with me and has got to a new low for him... jammy bugger... I have managed to get down to the top end of my bounce range again, but can't break the set point. I haven't been exercising over the last 3 weeks as I've been so busy, run down and have a lingering cold. Now we are off for another week (although I do have to go into work for two revision sessions) I will try to get to Curves a few times. I hope everyone is dealing with the major things that are going on... I wish I had words of wisdom but I don't... unfortunately. Oh and Cathy... I LOVE Banksy - I have a decal of the girl with the balloon in my kitchen! I would love to see that piece of graffiti art in Cheltnam! And as for the shape thing - I think I am back to my original pear shape that I was when I was a youngster! From looking at pics I would say my excess weight is lower body (not including my arms and the skin on them...grrr!)
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Hi guys! I haven't been on much lately. I have read some posts but hadn't written much. Robyn I think it'd be fun to do day of beauty for your one year celebration. Sorry eating didn't go so well on your trip Angela. I have done so so on my eating lately. Wes and I went to eat with my Dad this morning but I ate pretty good. Then I came home and cut the grass so I think I sweat off a few pounds. I am planning on making some bracelets and earrings this afternoon and that keeps my mind busy and I won't eat til I'm really hungry again. It's time I make jewelry again because that helps me a lot and people at work are asking for bracelets and ear rings again. Robyn when are you leaving on vacation? Holli are you leaving the end of July? Hopefully we will here something from insurance again soon. I won't be able to take any time off til after August 24th unless I just call in sick a couple of days. I sure am hoping we can get insurance to cover this revision or whatever. Well I'm off to the bead store I'll check in later.
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So since I started this thread, I was diagnosed with a slip, had revision surgery, was unfilled for several months, an bounced back to 200 lbs. Right now I'm at 182 lbs, so time to restart the clock. I'm not sure I even can get to my original goal weight due to the muscle weight, but we will see. All I really know is that I have a pool party with my fellow gym rats on August 16 -- Time to PUSH 17
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Hi Loriha So glad your getting sorted, finally. I too often think about the awful conditions and way were treated by ACS, it doesnt bear thinking about if there was an emergency. You wont know yourself now and will be Twiggy by Xmas :thumbup: I met Gerri today and she looks just fantastic! She has been so lucky not to have had any problems! Im just waiting on a date for my bypass. I had a scope done last Friday and I still have a stitch in my stomach from when I got the band done. They couldnt see it when they were removing the band because I had an infection. I kind of knew something wasnt right because at times I still feel like I have a band. But they will remove it when I have bypass done. Hopefully will be having op done in Blackrock clinic, but may have to go to liverpool as its more complicated having revision surgery. Anyway I just cant wait to get it over and done with, its been a long road both physically and emotionally. Best of luck and hope the lbs drop off you!!! Brenners xx
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Experiences with Phentermine?
Jerzeegurl0815 replied to RellaBelle's topic in GLP-1 & Other Weight Loss Medications (NEW!)
I have taken pent ermine off and on for over 10 years, the last time being 3 months ago, after my band was un-filled and I literally could only fit into a few of my clothes after gaining 25-30 pounds. I was just revised from the band to the sleeve and 12 days post op, I feel wonderful. No hunger and none of the dangerous side effects of phentermine -
Dr. Aaron Hoffman - Lap Band done in Buffalo, NY (Dr. Hoffman)
nessa259 replied to loraine's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Hi all. Im having my band removed and revised to the gastric sleeve by Dr. Hoffman next Friday. I'm looking for any words of advise, encouragement, pretty much anything. I'm nervous. I hate my band and I just don't want to be disappointed with the sleeve. Sigh. ???? -
Dr. Aaron Hoffman - Lap Band done in Buffalo, NY (Dr. Hoffman)
vicki s replied to loraine's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
wow, i am soooo depressed, in march right before my revision i weighed 185, i am now 217, and it seems that no matter what i do, i cant lose any weight, i have incorperated carbs into my diet, but it seems everyone is eating carbs what the hell is wrong with me.. -
Dr. Aaron Hoffman - Lap Band done in Buffalo, NY (Dr. Hoffman)
vicki's band replied to loraine's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
well, im six weeks since my last fill which left me little room for a lot of food, but for some reason, i actually gained. I started atkins 8 days ago, phase 1 and have lost about 7 or 8 lbs. I cant believe I allowed myself to gain 30 lbs after the band revision, how stupid is that!!, anyway, dwelling over it is not going to help, but i never thought i would have to do atkins again after the band... :thumbup: -
Advice re Gastric Balloon vs. LapBand Surgery
vita428 replied to rosedagal's topic in Gastric Balloon Forum
I had lap band. It slipped and could not go back into place. It eroded and I had to have revision too much scarring. In 2009 I was so scared and elected band. I've not had one complication after bypass and am kicking myself that I didn't do that surgery first. I was miserable w band. Never was restricted if I was too tight I would regurgitate in sleep. Sorry just my story. I went in so often to take fluid in and out regardless of what you do make sure you choose surgeon near by. Sent from my XT1254 using BariatricPal mobile app -
How do sleevers get RNY?
New&Improved replied to mousecat88's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Yeah I found one surgeon who does the DS or the revised BPD DS and that was 500 miles away. He said that is reserved for the Super morbidly OBESE or people who failed with previous surgerys. So yeah not very common anymore very severe malabsorption issues -
Revision completed
ge0rgette2 replied to Tracyringo's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I think everyone wants validation and want help with this journey. I am unsure - I know I've spoken to him in the past but I really was joking!! I can't be so serious this whole time -- it's a lot to learn all over again being revised than sleeved... It really wasn't a choice I wanted but I had too, I'm too young to suffer for another 30-40 years and would rather do it now, but ... with that said, and like I said above, I think everyone wants some help with this and some maybe, just maybe, are a bit touchy LOL Maybe he needs to be validated -
Revision completed
CCurves77 replied to Tracyringo's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
What are the requirements for revision
