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Band to sleeve revision in 2 surgeries. Is this normal? Anyone else experience this?
kristenmh replied to J_Mkay's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had my band to sleeve revision in two stages, 3 months apart. I did gain a little weight between the surgeries -- about 5lbs. You do need to keep an eye on things, especially after years and years of not being able to eat normal food (hello, bread and veggies) but gaining weight isn't inevitable. in retrospect, i was really glad to have the 3 month period between surgeries to really get my head in the game for the sleeve surgery. it is harder for revision patients to lose weight with the sleeve (not impossible, just harder due to our pouch usually being slighly bigger than a virgin sleever due to scar tissue). use the time to start and exercise routine, learn to meal prep and track what you are eating, etc. for context: i lost around 60lbs (ended up around 175) with the band and gained it all back within a year. from year 1 until year 9, i gained another 35lbs. i'm just shy of 9 months post-op with the sleeve, down just shy of 130 lbs and within 6lbs of my goal. My BMI this AM was 25.1 -- just .1% until I hit a "normal" weight. -
Buddies Group - Surgery Dec 4 to 15, 2017
SKF replied to Mary Stokley Gromer's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Thanks for your input.. I have been going back and forth. You have a good point. I don’t have family here so that will be easier. Just don’t want to bail .Are you or .. Anyone a revision to Lapband ? -
Has anyone suffered painful excess gas and bloating?
Naenae80 posted a topic in Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum
Hi, I am from Australia and had a sleeve done in 2011. I then had revision surgery in June and had the SADI or I am guessing the “mini bypass” it’s the loop but with only one join if that makes sense? Anyhow, it is very new here and I was only the 3rd patient my surgeon had performed this particular surgery on. I have healed well and lost weight but I am struggling with constant bloating, excessive gas and abdominal pain. Has anyone else had this problem? I have tried somac plus degas medications, ibs medication etc but it just keeps reoccurring. Help, I have just started dating again and this is going to be an issue so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks 🙏 -
I was revised from the Lap-Band to the traditional DS on June 9, 2017, and so far I've lost 57 pounds. As long as I keep my calories to around 1100 a day and make protein a priority, I lose. So far, I haven't had a stall, although my weight loss has been slow at about 1.5 pounds a week. I know other DS patients have lost up to 3-4 pounds a week, but that hasn't been my story. You are only a few weeks post-op, so your body is getting used to all of the changes. Give it time. Log your food. Drink lots of water. The malabsorption component of the DS is very powerful, so I am confident in time your losing will pick up. I log my food on My Fitness Pal and it helps me to keep my eating in check.
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Sleeve to Bypass revision- throwing up food every time I eat
Ontheroadtoslim posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Hi everyone. I had the sleeve done in 2012. My weight loss was good (not great) and had crept up in the last year. I had severe GE Reflux that could not be managed with medicine so I opted for Bypass on Nov 17. At my two week post op appointment, surgeon started me on soft food. I hate eating! My tummy feels so yucky and I vomit every time ( sometimes violently). I drink 1 - 1/2 Premier Protein drinks a day but I can barely get them down - now they just taste awful and I can’t tolerate the taste. I’m living off soup/ thinned yogurt but know I’m not getting the amount of Protein I need. Dr is taking back in for endoscope next week to see if there is an internal problem. Anyone else have these issues? -
HOLIDAY CHALLENGE TIME!! LET'S DO THIS!
atlseeker replied to The New Kel's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Starting Weight: 223.2 Goal Weight: 213.2 (Revised: 210!) Current Weight: 212.8 Today's Date: 12/13/17 I made it to my goal!! Holy smokes!! Gonna keep trying to make the most of this honeymoon and get down a couple more pounds! Thank you again for doing this! -
Sleeve to Bypass revision
luvinamy replied to Sunshine730's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had a revision to RNY because of severe acid reflux and erosion of the esophagus. Surgery date was 12/6/201lbs. Today 190lbs.. I was told by my doctor to expect to lose about 40% excess weight so time will tell. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using BariatricPal mobile app -
Bands sometimes can develop problems after several years (like you are experiencing). They like to slip out of place and can even "dig" into the stomach and/or liver (called "eroding"). These problems can feel like heartburn and indigestion. Please do get checked out. If your surgeon finds a problem, your band will need to come out. This is also a good time to do some research into switching from band to sleeve or bypass. (Sometimes sleeve isn't an option because of scar tissue.. so check into both possibilities.) Depending on your situation, they sometimes will do a band to sleeve or bypass revision in one surgery.. sometimes they want you to heal for a while without the band before converting. Here's hoping for good news from your surgeon! (And if you don't have a surgeon right now, you need to find one to keep up with your care... you are a bariatric patient for life.)
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Back to basics and really doing it!
LadyMaggie replied to chiquitabananaz14's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I've always heard God puts you where he wants you. What a blessing that I have found this post! Like many of you, my story is a VERY long one -- my Sister and Niece were murdered; my lap band "slipped" which required a revision surgery (there is more to my story, but I'll stop there). At my highest weight, I was at 250 pounds. In this lap band journey, my lowest weight was 170 pounds. I am dealing with a "'re-gain", and currently weigh 199 pounds. I have abandoned my exercise program, and my love affair with food continues **sigh**. I am looking to get back on track. My doctor has set my goal weight at 180 pounds, but my own personal goal is 170 pounds. I feel like I have forgotten all of the "rules" -- a tad overwhelmed about how and where to start. My lap band is currently empty, but I am scheduled for a fill in 3 weeks, barring any issues/reflux, etc. My goal is to lose 30 pounds. Your stories, and posts are encouraging. -
100 lb weight loss through BariatricPal Hospital MX
whitneyisfab replied to whitneyisfab's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I paid around $6100 for a mini with a high BMI. But I believe it is different depending on your exact circumstances. Sleeves are cheaper but I 100% recommend a mini. I was not going to chance having to revise a sleeve. -
Types of Bariatric Surgery: By the Numbers and What It Means
Alex Brecher posted a topic in Weight Loss Surgery Magazine
The Numbers Task Force of the American Society for Obesity and Metabolic Surgery (ASMBS) has released its most recent numbers on the most common types of weight loss surgery in the U.S. The “ASMBS Bariatric Surgery Numbers Estimation 2016” shows figures for total procedures, plus a breakdown of each type. You can compare the values annually going back to 2011. How many surgeries were done? The data show that there were 215,666 total bariatric procedures done in 2016. That is a lot if you compare to 2011 – it is an increase of 36.5% over the course of 5 years, but it is not much if you compare it to the over 20 million Americans who are eligible for bariatric surgery based on criteria of a BMI over 40 or a BMI over 35 plus a related condition. In fact, only 1% of eligible Americans get weight loss surgery. Why is the gastric sleeve taking over? The gastric sleeve is gaining momentum, and quickly. It has leaped from 28,124 procedures in 2011 to 125,318 in 2016. It has jumped from making up 17.8% in 2011 of the total to 58.1% in 2016. Why has the gastric sleeve become so popular, so quickly? There is a lower risk of nutrient deficiencies and dumping syndrome compared to gastric bypass. It helps fight hunger by lowering levels of the hormone ghrelin. It is relatively safe for higher-BMI patients. It has similar weight loss as gastric bypass, and lower reoperation and complication rates than gastric band. Why would anyone not choose the gastric sleeve? The gastric sleeve may appear to be the choice du jour according to the numbers, but even so, not everyone chooses it. These are some hesitations with the gastric sleeve. It is so new that there is no long-term research on it. We just do not know if it stays effective for years and decades. It is permanent. Done. There is no going back, even if the patient really, really begs. Some patients have trouble getting enough calories and protein and continue to depend on supplements for a long time post-op. What are the non-sleeve choices? While 58.1% of patients opt for the sleeve, the other 39.9% do not. In fact, nearly 1 out of 5 patients opt for gastric bypass, and biliopancreatic diversion/duodenal switch (BPD-DS) has held steady at 0.6%. These are some reasons to consider other types. The gastric bypass has a long history. It can be successful long-term with weight loss, and it is famous for its ability to resolve diabetes quickly. The lap-band is reversible. Even though the band has dropped 86.93% since 2011, there were still 7,310 new bands in 2016. The BPD-DS may still be the best for higher-BMI patients. What does the research say? Good news – weight loss surgery works! At least, that is what the majority of the research studies conclude, whether they are looking at the sleeve, bypass, band, or another method. All surgery types have a risk of complications, and all have a risk of mortality of under 1%. BMI can drop 7 to 14 or more kg/m2, and diabetes, sleep apnea, hypertension, and other obesity-related conditions can get better. Is the gastric balloon going to be a factor? Time will tell whether the gastric balloon is going to be a factor in the overall bariatric surgery statistics. The FDA approved it only in 2015, and it jumped from 0 in 2011-2014 to 0.3% (700 procedures) in 2015 to 2.7% (5,744 procedures) in 2016. The balloon is not a true bariatric surgery; it is not permanent, it leads to less weight loss, and it is intended for lower-BMI patients. This means that it may not be in competition with the true bariatric surgery procedures, although it is likely to become more common as it becomes better known. What is the deal with so many revision surgeries? If weight loss surgery techniques are always advancing, why are revisions becoming so much more common? They comprised 6% (9,480) of the total in 2011, but 13.9% (30,077) in 2016. It could be because some of the previous (failed) surgeries were done using older techniques, and are now ready for serious help – a revised procedure. Why are 99 out of 100 eligible Americans not getting Weight Loss Surgery? There are a lot of reasons eligible Americans are not getting Weight Loss Surgery. They include: Cost. Fear of complications or death. Not knowing where to start. Lack of support from family, friends, and healthcare providers. Fear of failure. Lack of long-term commitment to lifestyle changes. What can health professionals and patients do to help eligible patients get the Weight Loss Surgery they need? Surgeons and other bariatric professionals can help by making sure they reach out to eligible patients. They can explain their options, and promise to provide the nutritional and psychological support patients need for success and to feel confident in their success. They can organize support groups and provide additional resources for patients to get advice and encouragement anytime. What can health professionals and patients do to help eligible patients get the Weight Loss Surgery they need? Patients can do their part by asking questions to learn about their best options. They can express their doubts and fears to surgeons to come up with strategies for success. They can reach out to friends, acquaintances, and online groups for support. -
Types of Bariatric Surgery: By the Numbers and What It Means
Alex Brecher posted a magazine article in Pre-Op Support
How many surgeries were done? The data show that there were 215,666 total bariatric procedures done in 2016. That is a lot if you compare to 2011 – it is an increase of 36.5% over the course of 5 years, but it is not much if you compare it to the over 20 million Americans who are eligible for bariatric surgery based on criteria of a BMI over 40 or a BMI over 35 plus a related condition. In fact, only 1% of eligible Americans get weight loss surgery. Why is the gastric sleeve taking over? The gastric sleeve is gaining momentum, and quickly. It has leaped from 28,124 procedures in 2011 to 125,318 in 2016. It has jumped from making up 17.8% in 2011 of the total to 58.1% in 2016. Why has the gastric sleeve become so popular, so quickly? There is a lower risk of nutrient deficiencies and dumping syndrome compared to gastric bypass. It helps fight hunger by lowering levels of the hormone ghrelin. It is relatively safe for higher-BMI patients. It has similar weight loss as gastric bypass, and lower reoperation and complication rates than gastric band. Why would anyone not choose the gastric sleeve? The gastric sleeve may appear to be the choice du jour according to the numbers, but even so, not everyone chooses it. These are some hesitations with the gastric sleeve. It is so new that there is no long-term research on it. We just do not know if it stays effective for years and decades. It is permanent. Done. There is no going back, even if the patient really, really begs. Some patients have trouble getting enough calories and protein and continue to depend on supplements for a long time post-op. What are the non-sleeve choices? While 58.1% of patients opt for the sleeve, the other 39.9% do not. In fact, nearly 1 out of 5 patients opt for gastric bypass, and biliopancreatic diversion/duodenal switch (BPD-DS) has held steady at 0.6%. These are some reasons to consider other types. The gastric bypass has a long history. It can be successful long-term with weight loss, and it is famous for its ability to resolve diabetes quickly. The lap-band is reversible. Even though the band has dropped 86.93% since 2011, there were still 7,310 new bands in 2016. The BPD-DS may still be the best for higher-BMI patients. What does the research say? Good news – weight loss surgery works! At least, that is what the majority of the research studies conclude, whether they are looking at the sleeve, bypass, band, or another method. All surgery types have a risk of complications, and all have a risk of mortality of under 1%. BMI can drop 7 to 14 or more kg/m2, and diabetes, sleep apnea, hypertension, and other obesity-related conditions can get better. Is the gastric balloon going to be a factor? Time will tell whether the gastric balloon is going to be a factor in the overall bariatric surgery statistics. The FDA approved it only in 2015, and it jumped from 0 in 2011-2014 to 0.3% (700 procedures) in 2015 to 2.7% (5,744 procedures) in 2016. The balloon is not a true bariatric surgery; it is not permanent, it leads to less weight loss, and it is intended for lower-BMI patients. This means that it may not be in competition with the true bariatric surgery procedures, although it is likely to become more common as it becomes better known. What is the deal with so many revision surgeries? If weight loss surgery techniques are always advancing, why are revisions becoming so much more common? They comprised 6% (9,480) of the total in 2011, but 13.9% (30,077) in 2016. It could be because some of the previous (failed) surgeries were done using older techniques, and are now ready for serious help – a revised procedure. Why are 99 out of 100 eligible Americans not getting Weight Loss Surgery? There are a lot of reasons eligible Americans are not getting Weight Loss Surgery. They include: Cost. Fear of complications or death. Not knowing where to start. Lack of support from family, friends, and healthcare providers. Fear of failure. Lack of long-term commitment to lifestyle changes. What can health professionals and patients do to help eligible patients get the Weight Loss Surgery they need? Surgeons and other bariatric professionals can help by making sure they reach out to eligible patients. They can explain their options, and promise to provide the nutritional and psychological support patients need for success and to feel confident in their success. They can organize support groups and provide additional resources for patients to get advice and encouragement anytime. What can health professionals and patients do to help eligible patients get the Weight Loss Surgery they need? Patients can do their part by asking questions to learn about their best options. They can express their doubts and fears to surgeons to come up with strategies for success. They can reach out to friends, acquaintances, and online groups for support. -
Sleeve revised to switch. No weight loss
ASwinton replied to pattivalvo's topic in Duodenal Switch Surgery Forum
You're more than welcome. From what I have read and heard from a lot of revision people, their loss and is slow, but it does come off. -
Scared of regaining it all!
dreamingsmall replied to BubblyTXGirl's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
In my opinion. A revision is not something to be considered unless all things have been tried. There is an increased risk when going in for another surgery. Also you do not get the reset you get with the first surgery. The best thing to do in my opinion when you gain. Is to: Go back to tracking everything you put in your mouth. Make sure your Fluid is in check. Make sure your Protein goals are reached. Reduce carbs for excelerated loss ( I don't eat low carb but if my loss reduces I up my protein and reduce carbs) When hungry eat protein it's so filling and your working your tool as you really feel the restriction. Make sure to not drink calorific drink's it all adds up. Try and get more sleep. And so on and so fourth. If someone tries this for months and no movement then perhaps discuss a revision but at this stage it seems to soon.. Not to mention the weight creeping up that much from eating once a day (what is it you eat that once a day ?) A dr visit is warranted before a surgeons visit to see if there is anything contributing to the weight gain. That is just my opinion though. Sent from my Vivo 5R using BariatricPal mobile app -
Not a revision - did the loop DS + sleeve with Dr. Roslin at Lenox Hill - it's a smaller sleeve than you would get without the DS
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Did you have the sleeve done at the same time as the loop? Or did you have it years prior then get a revision?
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I had the revision from the sleeve to the DS loop. It’s been four weeks and I haven’t lost anything but 14 pounds the first week 1/2. I’m starting to get a little concerned that my weights not moving. Any advice?
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I had a revision done on November 14 from the sleeve to the loop DS. I haven’t really lost anything. How much have you lost? Starting to get concerned
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I had the sleeve done five years ago. I got pregnant eight months after. I lost 88 pounds from the sleeve and gain to 60 back. November 14, 2017 I had the single anastomoses duodenal switch. I lost 14 pounds the first two weeks and have not lost but have gained 1 pound in the last two weeks. For those of you out there that I’ve had this done has it been successful for you? Is the weight-loss slow and steady? Can you share some of your experiences
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I can't speak for anyone but myself, and YOU are the one that gets decide which surgery you will have. Here are my thoughts, I wonder why people say that they want the Sleeve because it is less invasive. HHHHMMM they remove 80% of your stomach. People say they don't want the "DUMPING SYNDROME" when Sleeve patients can have the dumping. Granted, with the RNY they bypass part of your stomach. But they don't remove it entirely. And in extreme measures, they can reverse the RNY. There are some SLEEVERS that are revised to the RNY. The one thing to remember is BOTH surgery's you WILL lose weight. The DR works on our physical but not our brain. Only we can make ourselves successful and not a statistic of failure. Good luck with whichever one you decide on!!!
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Gastric sleeve revised to single anastomosis duodenal switch
pattivalvo posted a topic in Duodenal Switch Surgery Forum
I had the sleeve done five years ago. I got pregnant eight months after. I lost 88 pounds from the sleeve and gain to 60 back. November 14, 2017 I had the single anastomosis duodenal switch. I lost 14 pounds the first two weeks and have not lost but have gained 1 pound in the last two weeks. For those of you out there that I’ve had this done has it been successful for you? Is the weight-loss slow and steady? Can you share some of your experiences -
Re-Sleeve or Sleeve to Bypass / DS
Rocky4521 replied to miss_smiles's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi I am to going to have a sleeve to bypass revision due to serve GERD and hiatal hernia. I also have AETNA. Did you say you did not have to do the 3 or 6 month program again? I'm really hoping I don't have too. I do have a bmi of 40. I did have some weight gain back from the sleeve. Look forward to hearing from you 😊 -
I just had my surgery a week ago, candidly the forums have both scared me and made me enthusiastic about the future. So, 1 week in I don't know that my advice is great, but, you've done it before and you can do it again! I've read a lot about people having revisions, maybe that's something to think about? Also, not my surgeon but a buddy of mine had a bypass about six months ago and his surgeon wrote a book called "A Pound of Cure" by Matthew Weiner. At his urging I've bought the book and I'm in the process of re-reading it right now. It is the stuff we already (mostly) know but don't practice; spoiler alert, the title of the book is referring to one pound of vegetables a day. Maybe try that for a few months as a kick start? A $10 book is a small investment of it gives you some new tools to work with. Best of luck to you!
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Intro time: who's new to the group, who's pre-op, & who just recently made it to the loser's bench?
ert08 replied to xoxococojay's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My name is Eileen. Im from Massachusetts. Im 35. I'm just got approved for a revision surgery. Band to bypass for Jan 11. I'm not on liquids yet but an on a medical diet. (Have been for a while) I also just had my gallbadder out, 11/29. Excited and ready to go. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using BariatricPal mobile app -
Hello all, I was sleeved in September 2012 and lost about 70lbs but have gained it back over the years. I’m having a revision to bypass due to severe GERD. I was looking for some books to read on the bypass procedure and maybe recommended eating plans etc. can anyone recommend a book that helped them? Thanks in advance!