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RNY because of GERD, not weight loss?
Studio54 replied to AmandaQB's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Me too! Exactly Word for Word. I’ve had severe Gerd, esophageal spasms, large hiatal hernia, and food acid reflux at night despite being on some sort of anti-acid/PPI since I was 20. Being overweight I did not qualify for the fundilplication which was the standard surgical procedure. I work at Mayo and when they suggested the gastric bypass I really was not interested. It took me 7 Months to finally make the decision and get it done. The reflux is gone, and the weight loss is a win-win. My surgery was 2/24/2021 -
5 1/2 Years Post Op Observations
PuraVida37 replied to Cape Crooner's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Yes. Thank you. I'm having a revision from band to sleeve and I agree about the part who you tell. The judgement is real from certain people, and not always who you think it will be from. And when I put on the weight again after my band didn't work for me anymore, it was heartbreaking to me--I was grateful for my privacy. -
That may help but its hard to get 600 some days.. Gastric Bypass 1/14/21 Hw 261 Sw 251 Cw 227 Gw 170
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Is there anyone here that's post op 7+ years having health struggles, what are they?
catwoman7 replied to Lookin4answerspostop11+years's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I don't think people 5+ years out are likely to come back unless they're having issues, so it may look like problems are more widespread than they actually are. Most people seem to leave these types of sites after the first couple of years post-op. I'm not saying these complications don't happen - we all know they do - but I just question how widespread they are. You can't really base it on how many people post on sites like this, since they may not be a representative population. the other thing I want to say is that techniques have improved over the years. For example, "candy cane syndrome" happened to some people who had bypass surgery 10+ years ago. They changed the way they do the surgery so that that doesn't happen anymore. They also used to do a lot more bypasses as open surgeries, and those are more risky than laproscopically done surgeries. -
Is there anyone here that's post op 7+ years having health struggles, what are they?
Lookin4answerspostop11+years replied to Lookin4answerspostop11+years's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
So glad you are doing so well! I know this post feels like a downer to most yet I think it’s a vital discussion so that all info is on the table to make a truly informed decision. I’m not saying all my conditions are caused by my bypass, but I’m saying all these seemingly unrelated type of complexities especially when following all regiment guidelines is a very vital discussion to have for those considering surgery and those who have had it. Information is power. I hope this thread balances information to provide a very clear picture of all incredible benefits and very scary possible or likely consequences even while following guidelines. It’s vital for informed consent knowing ahead of time. I know it would not have changed my decision (like you) to have the hope of my life back, yet if I had this info I would have been pushing much harder for bariatric specialists to be involved. Our governance g need to provide this coverage for a specialist (as they would any specialists for complicated surgery patients in Ontario!). This surgery radically changes everything for good and sometimes has complex complications only a bariatric dr. Would be privy to connecting some of the possible and connected health effects that lead all the way back to surgery snd weeding out causes that have zero to do with the surgery. I believe that access and info is vital for self empowerment and advocacy. -
Is there anyone here that's post op 7+ years having health struggles, what are they?
catwoman7 replied to Lookin4answerspostop11+years's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
that used to happen with the old intestinal bypass they did back in the 60s and 70s, but I've never heard that about gastric bypass. It's a very different surgery. Sounds like this info didn't come from a very reliable source, or it would be widely known. Since she works in a hospital, the issues she's actually seen in person are probably severe cases since they require hospitalization, but that doesn't mean they're widespread. They're likely very rare or we would have heard more about this. They could also be people who don't take their supplements or meet their protein requirements, too. There are greater consequences of that for bypass patients than there are for sleeve patients (although it's important for both to follow the rules). (I should add that there are some people who can't absorb iron from tablets and need to have occasional infusions to keep their iron levels up - so those people have had iron issues even if they were following the rules and taking their oral iron supplements as directed. They're a minority, but it does happen. Most other malabsorption issues are due to people slacking off on their supplements) -
Is there anyone here that's post op 7+ years having health struggles, what are they?
MariaC6 replied to Lookin4answerspostop11+years's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I had VSG on 8/27/20. My sister is a PACU nurse and warned me not to get the bypass or similar surgery because she has seen too many bariatric patients lose the weight but develop severe medical related to malabsorption that the bypass produces. She even told me that having the bypass shortens ones lifespan by 7-10 years! I have NO clue where she got this information but she scared me into having the sleeve rather than the bypass. So far I am doing great with the sleeve but again, I’m only 6 months out. -
February 2019 weight loss buds
Gottajustdoit replied to TheMarine79's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Congratulations! It looks like you are doing well. I had the bypass surgery and was alarmed after about 18 months that the little stomach of mine that was left behind two years ago is able to accommodate much more than it was used to (not a good thing). I am now able to eat an entire bagel with cream cheese. Not a good choice, but it seems to be something I am always craving. I have been very strict with what I drink (only water, Premier Protein, and Vitamin Zero), but lately I'm been craving seltzer water. Are any of you drinking carbonated beverages? If so, does it seem to be going OK for you? I had breast reduction surgery and a pannilectomy in October and am happy to have both done as it's improved my neck pain considerably. I'm hovering around 150 (was hoping to get down to 130) at 5 foot six inches. I think 150 is my maintenance weight. Not bad considering where I was two years ago. I just need to stop eating bagels... Another thing. Kidney stones! I had a few pass recently and I've read that kidney stones are often associated with gastric bypass. Any one else had the unfortunate experience of having a kidney stone? -
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9 months out-VSG Fundus Complications
Cia2020 posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I'm 9 months out from VSG, saw the bariatric clinic follow up staff, and am so GRR now. I never had that "I'm never hungry" feeling once I recovered from the surgery but shrugged it off. I could drink 2 oz. fluids at once literally the day of surgery so I was like... OK, cool. Weight loss was slow despite being diet compliant and exercising, stopped at 25 pounds after 3 months, then gained 10 back after a foot injury (off again since getting back to my daily 5k jog). I've been having reflux for ages despite avoiding trigger foods/drinks and I get hiccups 20+ times a day regardless of how I'm eating, drinking, or not doing either. So they referred me back to the surgeon's office. Last week I had an upper GI study. The radiology report says I have mild decreased lower esophageal motility and mild outpouching at the fundus... um, I shouldn't HAVE a fundus after gastric sleeve. The weakened esophageal muscles explains the fluid that backs up when I drink sometimes, especially if not sitting straight up or standing, and the chest lock I feel when eating dryer foods or meats. I'm confused about the fundus. Is the radiologist mistaken and unfamiliar with VSG anatomy? Did the surgeon leave part of my fundus? The surgeon's office is awful at communicating so I'm in limbo. They didn't even call me before ordering the upper GI, they just had the radiology department call to schedule me without notice. All I can think about is where I go from here. Meds for the reflux and live with the hiccups? Revision surgery for the reflux and basically start over (the big GRR)? Anyone else have anything similar like a retained fundus, outpouching, or GERD with esophageal motility disorders like weakened muscles after VSG surgery? -
Is there anyone here that's post op 7+ years having health struggles, what are they?
Changes4Life replied to Lookin4answerspostop11+years's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Hi, it sounds like you have been through so much! I'm nearing 10 years postop and I have had several health issues as well. I too have had an interesting journey. Although, I'm very grateful for my surgery there have definitely been surprises. I had no health issues other than obesity prior to the surgery and took no medication other than a multivitamin once a day and Tylenol occasionally for fever or headache. I knew if I didn't make a change I would find myself with many issues so I decided on gastric bypass. My teeth and bones have taken a beating as my body continues to leach the calcium from those locations although I do take my calcium supplements. I use enamel mouthwash twice a day recommended by my dentist to try to assist. I have to be very careful with brushing 3x's per day. I also have been on iron infusions and B12 supplements for years trying to keep those levels adequate. I think the hardest part has been postprandial hypoglycemia which caused some weight regain, fainting spells, trips to the ER and ICU, and lots of tests to confirm that diagnosis. My endocrinologist and I are working on my second medication in order to balance my reactions. Dietary changes are not enough to stop it. I can no longer drive and work from home so that I have the ability to check my blood sugar and eat every 3 hours. It has been a journey and although I have faced many different challenges, setbacks, and testing I still am grateful for the tool I have been given. I found during this journey that you aren't alone. If you are experiencing something most likely there are others out there struggling to learn the same information. Being able to ask questions, investigate, and speak with others is a very powerful tool for knowledge. -
Bypass saggy skin
Christina760 replied to Christina760's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks all! I’m 39 but look way older now. I was sleeved in 2012 and had acid reflux and weight gain w it. So they did bypass to fix the acid which I love but I dropped so fast in 2 months. Had my bypass 11/2 and I’m 5’3 176. Goal is 150 and then I get my PS. I went yesterday to the cosmetic n laser np. She said not a big deal but to me man it’s really really saggy and bad. I’ve never had it before and it bothers me more than anything. I guess too, I’ll take being healthier over tight skin nice neck lol it’s just hard seeing it -
Hi, I’m 4weeks out from gastric bypass surgery, and just the other day I attempted some moist cooked shredded chicken to get my protein in ,I honestly didn’t think I ate too much maybe a little too fast but about several minutes later the pain started ( remember thus was my first time). Well it hurt, I sat there going “this is not fun wow , So now I get to experience the dreaded it’s stuck!, well I fought it but then It came up!! more than anything it honestly wiped me out..my question is when does it get better??!
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What foods do you have to avoid with the Lapband?
PuraVida37 replied to flgirl23's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I have a band and struggle with potatoes--they become like glue and get stuck. (Not that I should be eating it) A McDonald's hashbrowns or french fries will be painful for me. Also eating bread could sometimes be a problem for me, sometimes not. I don't do well with reheated chicken or shrimp--they become tough and hard to chew small enough. I never touch celery with strings, and once a piece of raw broccoli sent me to the ER, so CHEW CHEW CHEW!!! I lost 95 lbs with my band. I felt incredible! Then they unfilled me when I got pregnant, and I never was able to get back to my sweet spot. Gained all back plus due to bad habits, slider foods, sugar addiction, stress, and then lockdown boredom eating. I too am getting a revision to VGS in 3 weeks. -
Any March Surgeries?
Lahela replied to Hopefulin2021's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am scheduled for bypass 3/25 -
What foods do you have to avoid with the Lapband?
Shanimal replied to flgirl23's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I think it really depends on you and the amount of fill in your band, but I had a hard time with certain meats, eggs, toasty breads, and fibrous fruits (oranges, pineapple, etc). Because of complications with the band, I had a revision last week to the sleeve. -
Anyone get really wrinkled saggy skin under chin on neck? If so, do you just deal with it? Does it bother you? Do you use anything that helps the skin tighten? My doc wants $600 for a ultrasonic thing to tighten the skin and I’m considering. Thanks for your response.
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if it's caused by a hernia you may be OK. They can usually fix those when they do the sleeve. actually, a lot of people worry that this is going to be really difficult (I did as well), but once you get used to it, it's not at all. complications are pretty rare, actually. The most common one with sleeve is GERD, but that happens to about 30% and can often be managed medically. So 70% of sleeve patients DON'T have it. although some people do have issues with diarrhea with sleeve (and bypass, too), constipation is WAY more common. You see diarrhea more with duodenal switch patients.
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Revision with open surgery
The Greater Fool replied to Katja's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
With differences. Mine was not a revision. I was also more than triple your current weight. So take these differences into account. I was in the hospital for 3 days. It hurt a lot. I also had a drain until my first followup at 10 days. Something you won't have to deal with is that because of my weight they brought in a special bed and it was horrible. I spent most of my time sitting in the comfy chair in the room. I'd say I could move about pretty well after the 10 days, Laying down was a series of new adventures in pain as finding a comfortable position that didn't pull the staples or the drain was difficult. There were other painful issues I left out because I don't think they will apply to you. I don't want to totally freak you out. I knew there would be a lot of pain. It was totally worth it. -
How do you know you’re full before it’s too late?
Arabesque replied to Katja's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
It’s one of the reasons we’re advised to eat slowly. It takes time for the message you’ve had enough to get through. You don’t ever want to reach that I’m stuffed stage of being full. Just I’ve had enough & don’t need any more. I still take ages to eat 30 - 60+ minutes depending on what I’m eating. When I was losing & eating small meals I ate over 20 minutes. Sometimes I distract myself between bites by watching tv or reading when eating. I know some say you should focus on your eating but I find it works for me to be distracted. I don’t shovel in the spoonfuls then. Put your cutlery down. Sit back from the table. Wait a couple of minutes before you have the next bite. I used to ask myself if I really needed that next bite or did I just want it. Still do sometimes. There is a huge difference between needing that bite & wanting it. It’s not unusual for me to pick up my fork & then put it back down again because I realise I don’t need that bite. Much like discovering what real hunger feels like for you versus head hunger, you have to discover what enough means for you. That is what the physical, mental or other signals are for you. I don’t get that running nose thing either so I’m very conscious of the portion size I’m eating & don’t overfill my plate beyond what my portion size should be. I get like a heaviness in my chest. This is followed by a slight tightness before my restriction really kicks in though sometimes it does very quickly with no warning. Good luck with your revision surgery. -
Revision from sleeve to bypass 8 days post op
perfectlyimperfect44 replied to funky's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
You got this, one thing is for sure with the revision we are more determined than ever before so just keep focused on your goal follow the steps and you’ll get to where you want to go. I’d be looking to hear your success story of losing the 100lbs became coincidentally that is my goal as well and I believe with exercise and following the plan we got this. Wishing you well -
Revision from sleeve to bypass 8 days post op
funky replied to funky's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
100 lbs. I’m hoping i could do it. They say you lose very slow with a revision. Some people don’t lose at all. Staying hopeful. -
It looks like my revision from lap band to bypass will probably be open surgery and not laparoscopic. I’ve got lots of internal adhesions that we can blame. Have you had this surgery and how was your recovery? Did you have to stay overnight in hospital? How many days? How long before you could move without pain meds? Any tips? I have been waiting years for this surgery and want to be prepared and get this journey going and reach my goals. Thanks for your help!
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How do you know you’re full before it’s too late?
Katja posted a topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Hi! Going to revise band to bypass. I have always had a problem with feeling full (even before my lap and) before I eat that “mouthful too much”. I don’t want any problems throwing up after I get my bypass. I never got that runny nose or any of the other signs. How do you know you’re one bite before trouble hits? -
Revision from sleeve to bypass 8 days post op
funky posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I’m new here . I just had revision surgery from sleeve to bypass. I’m currently on my full liquids & doing ok. The gas pain is no joke. But tums do help & walking. I’m Down 12 lbs. anyone else had revision surgery & what was your experience. -
I’m new here. Just had revision from sleeve to bypass. I’m on a full liquid diet until Thursday & than puréed. Anyone else that had revision surgery on had surgery in February 2021?
