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Total unfill/slippage/worries
thereitgoes replied to TracyNYC's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi there, I just had a total unfill today. I was having a lot of pain and vomitting. I just moved to the area I am in and did not have a lap band doc so I went to my PCP. He was concerned because as he palpated my upper abdomen I had pain so he ordered a CT scan. The scan showed a hernia and a slipped band; that was yesterday. The PCP contaced a lap band doc in town and got me into see her this morning. She did an unfill and then a swallow study. she was able to see the slippage right then and showed me. i have to have a revision. I hope you have luck and I hope the unfill works for you. Were you having the same symptoms in November? If not, it may be a good idea to do another swallow study? Take care. Angie -
What should I know before a face/neck lift?
ms.sss replied to Jenna_P's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
A face lift was going to by my next and last plastics procedure, but based on my less-than-optimal scar healing tendencies, both me and my surgeon decided its probably not best for me. While the incisions for the face lift are supposed to be hidden in your hairline and around your ears, it would likely not be so well hidden on me. And we are talking my face, so I don't want to risk it. Sooo....I decided I'm going the fillers route. I've been meaning to go for a proper consult for months, and reading this post spurned me into action, LOL. I've spoken to her briefly twice before when I was in for followups with my PS surgeon for scar revision. I've JUST got off the phone and booked a proper meeting for next week! My areas of concern are my sunken under eyes, the nasolabial folds (i.e., marionette lines), and my neck. Also I am considering addressing my jaw as the last time I spoke to her she said an inject-able in my jaw will relax my muscles there (as I am a night time teeth grinder) and will result in less headaches and a less wider face. Interesting, huh? In terms of cost, injectables are probably a little more expensive in the long run vs plastics, but its a scar thing for me. Further, most people who get face lifts, still get fillers anyway as face lifts alone don't address volume, only skin tightness. I have seen endless amounts of before and after pictures of people with face/neck lifts with FABULOUS results. I think your best place to start would be to book a consult (lots of places are doing virtual consults), with a surgeon to get basic info. It wouldn't have to be the surgeon you ultimately decide on, but at least you can get some info and a baseline to compare with other surgeons. Keep us updated if you can! ❤️ -
Hello..I had lap band on May 2008 and lost about 90 lbs. In Feb 2011 I went for a checkup because I was having some pain in my left side and it was discovered my band had slipped. The dr stated that it may had slipped due to a bad stomach virus I had a couple of weeks prior. I had revision surgery Feb 2011 and they put in a new band. Because of this of slippage I am very scared of over eating, but I am very careful to measure all my food. However, I am confused about how much fluid I can drink at a time and if it can stretch my pouch. I feel like if I get in all my fluids, I feel very over full. Can fluids stretch your pouch?
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Hi! It's been a while since I've been online, I was waiting (what seemed like forever) for my surgeon to refer me to an experienced VSG surgeon, and I FINALLY have the consultation appointment this Tues 4/6 at UCLA with Dr.Mehran! I am so nervous, I am scared that they will reject me for the VSG because I am "damaged goods" since I had the band for 7+ years and when they took it out and tried to convert me to the Bypass, my previous surgeon said my insides were too scarred to do the conversion. She did think I was the perfect candidate for the VSG, since they would be cutting out the damaged part of my stomach anyways. Ok, so here's my question: What kinds of questions should I ask the surgeon at UCLA-I don't want to seem like a "know it all" cause I'm not, but I do know a thing or two about the way one feels after weight loss surgery, since I've been through it (and lots of complications). I am so worried that they will reject my case entirely because I am a revision and they have perfect statistics and may not want someone like me to mess up their stats (in case something goes wrong). I attended their seminar and they boast that they are super strict on who they pick to do surgery on- I'm pinning all my hopes on this-I really need this tool ! Since having my lap-band removed I have gained another 10+ pounds and that is with really watching my foods! Sorry to ramble on- Does anyone have some advice on what kinds of questions to ask, or how to let them know just how serious I am? I've got everything organized in a binder, including my most recent labs, and all of my medical history.
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I need favor please (time sensitive)
former_vbg posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ok, I was approved to have my surgery, which is a revision from a VBG to a Sleeve. Here is the issue. The surgeon is out of state, and my original EGD (Endoscopy) showed I had a Grade C esophogitus and he won't let me schedule my surgery until I have another EGD done. I can actually go down to TX to have this done this Saturday, but they won't do it unless I am released to "someone". I am single, do not have any family anywhere in my geographic area and I don't have any friends who are available for this trip on such short notice. I am hoping someone in the Plano, TX area might be willing to "check me out" after the EGD. It is an outpatient procedure. I am currently scheduled to show up at 9:45am this morning and I think I should be done sometime around noon. I can get an exact time. I hate to put anyone out and I can give you some gas money- god knows how expensive it is getting. Anyways, if you can help- send me a PM. Thanks. -
Gastric Band Going To The Sleeve?
Wheetsin replied to whitty's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm not trying to nit-pick, I just want to make sure I understand: You've been sleeved a year? Or banded? (Trying to figure out of you're revising TO or FROM a band). My band was removed in September after about 6 years. I've had my sleeve since late March. There is a forum specific to band -> sleeve revisions, you can get to it from the "Forums Home" page. Lots of great info to read through there. -
How do you Track/Journal?
Sai replied to GACaldwell's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I've used fitday.com (no good phone app, just on laptop) every day since 2009 (lap band surgery was in 09), and I just recently had a sleeve revision. I wish it had a good app, but I like it because it has graphs, pie charts and stats that I love to "study" through the years. I track everything I put in my mouth: Calories, carbs, fats. They have a really good database and I input all the foods I buy at the grocery store. I also put in my exercise, and in my journal there I put in any changes of my day (like if I have a cold, if the dr. changes my meds). It's really an invaluable tool and I find it to be "calming", strange maybe? -
It sounds like you're on the right track with finding a new good doctor that you like and can trust. A revision might be the answer. Check the forums here and many people have had them and have had success with that. Hang in there.
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So I am 5 years 4 months post op and I got down to my goal weight and then about 2 years ago I started getting my cravings back and started giving into them and started putting the weight back on, I have since gained about 55 lbs back and I am very discouraged, and feel awful. I had a great surgeon that did my surgery, and since my surgery he has left and moved across the country and I trusted him and felt good with him, so after he left I started seeing another doctor in the practice he was in and do not like him, don't feel comfortable with him and so since about a year after my surgery I haven't been back? He didn't seem interested in knowing how I was doing or my progress so I didn't go back, and just kept doing it on my own, but now I am this far and gained weight and I am not happy with myself and I am back to where I was prior to surgery, except I can't eat as much, and as many things. I have made steps in seeing another doctor that a friend of mine referred me to, she goes to this other doctor and she loves her, and so I am going to meet with her and see how I feel. I am nervous that I have stretched out my stomach and I don't know what they can do for that? I am so disappointed in myself, cause I did so good for 3 years and kept it off, and I felt so good, and now these past 2 have just been down hill? Does anyone know if you stretch out your pouch do they do or will they do a revision? Also does that help with the cravings?
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Feel Like Im Losing It.. Help Please
Threetimesacharm replied to Joy1961's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't think the sleeve is to drastic. I had a revision on the 10th and the best thing that I could have done. The band is not forever and I believe that many over the years have complications and need it removed and it is also high maintenance. The sleeve is for life and no maintenance. Don't get me wrong it is a lifechanging surgery so you need to be prepared but in the long run the weight loss will overcome any obstacles. -
Welcome to the forum Betsy! I think we're all scared going into it, it's the unknown and besides complications, worrying if it will work or not. You have to do what you feel is best for you, and once you make a decision, try not to second guess yourself due to fear. Fear of not changing anything is even scarier! I did have a minor complication early on, my port flipped and I had to have a revision surgery 6 months later. Despite that, I think the band is the best decision I ever made. I was down 121lbs before I got pregnant a few months ago.. I have since gained 17lbs back, but I am confident once I have the baby I will be back on track in no time!
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Happy Holidays to All Sleevers and future ones????
Cycle4life posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Just want to congratulate all Sleevers on your success and wish you all a Happy Holiday. I am having revision to sleeve on 28 December and I am ready. I will be in hospital alone until the.New Year. Respond back if you would like, if not Happy New Year????- 1 reply
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Who did your rny to ds revision?
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Ohhhh noooo not again!!!
spoiltmom replied to samndaisy64's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm sorry. I can definitely understand your fears. I cannot imagine being without my band now. Have you thought about a sleeve revision? -
My surgeon's office says it's ok to drink up until eating, then don't drink while eating, and then wait 20 min after eating before drinking again. These are their revised guidelines that just took effect about a month before my surgery. I have been pretty good about following that, but I did drink a few sips of water the other night at a restaurant because the food was a little spicy. It didn't cause any problems. I was banded on 6/17 and have not had any fills yet, so it could change for me after I have a fill.
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My band slipped! Any thoughts?
TracyNYC replied to beckermerj's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am having revision surgery on March 14. I am totally unfilled right now and am not handling it well. They said my slip was too much for an unfill to help it go back. Keep the faith and keep us posted... Tracy -
Well just got back from the dr. and he took 2 cc out.. Just as I thought I had slipped just a little he said and that he will check back in a month. He said I might need revision surgery. He said I had been to tight for too long was the problem? Anyone have experience with this? I am happy with my weightloss so far this is a little scary. Just scared I may gain weight back/
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Just looking for some moral support and encouragement: I am unfilled and awaiting my revision surgery on March 14. I was unfilled on February 3 and have gained 13 pounds. I know how I did it. EAT EAT EAT...... However, The last week before the unfill I lost 10 pounds in about 6 days due to keeping nothing down. I know that is a very bad, unhealthy loss. shakes and Water were coming back up. I start each day with the best intentions, (LOL) but fall off the wagon in the evenings. It is like Bandster hell. Only I know it will last for quite awhile as it took me over 6 months and 5 fills to have restriction last time. I am worried and have stepped up my physical activity a bit. My friend said I should look at it as only a 3pound gain since the last 10 were a crazy loss. Is that making excuses?
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Check out my post under left should pain discussion. My dr found that my tubing was rubbing against my diaphragm and I had to have a revision to fix my problem. Good luck!
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I used them with my band surgery, tried to use them with my revision, but they were too sweettart'ish for me to tolerate. There is some controversy on the quality of Protein that these are comprised of. It's mainly a collagen protein and not whey or soy which is supposed to the premium protein choices. Some people are adamantly against them, some say at least you are getting in some form of protein. When I did use them with my band surgery, I only could tolerate the fruit punch New Whey flavor. I tried using them with my revision, but even diluted down with gatorade or sugar-free popsicles mushed up, they were just way too sweet.
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My port is hard to get into for a fill
genepha replied to tutornmom's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I also have a lot of difficulties with the doctors finding my port. I always have fills under fluoro at the hospital and it still takes them like 5-10 tries before they get it. It is very frustrating!!! My port is tilted and a revision may be necessary but for now I am filled just right so things are good. The drs and I finally discovered that I need to be standing for them to access my port! The things we go through for a fill!!:rolleyes2: -
I currently have a band and am revising to a sleeve in 2 days. I don't understand when VSG patients talk about sliders. With a band, a slider was something that went quickly through my band's restriction, and into the major part of my stomach. With a sleeve, how can you have a slider? Where does it slide to, exactly?
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New and anxious
Krimsonbutterflies replied to jaymmee's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi! Was your friend’s revision from a band to RNY? If so, did your friend have her revision in one or two surgeries? I have Kaiser and I hope it’s done in one surgery She had her sleeve a year and a half ago, but the acid reflux was doing terrible things to her. She had her revision last week on the 24th and has had a few complications, now she has a picque line and will have a nurse come to her house daily. Her process has actually scared me. The Dr isn't sure if she has some sort of blockage and may need another surgery. Damn -
I wanted to post this to the LapBander’s out there... Banded Dec 2012 and was doing great! I went from 230 to 138 and stayed that way with fills up to the end of 2015. Then when I got to 165 in Feb of 2018, I went in for a fill and they found that my band had slipped and I started having lower muscle esophageal problem. I’m thinking great...my BMI isn’t high enough to get the revision paid for and I don’t want to have to go through proving AGAIN, that I need a tool for managing my weight. Plus, my blood pressure is starting to go through the roof! (I’m apple shape so my fat is around my organs) The dr told me I would probably get a denial but we could appeal and do a peer to peer review. Low and behold after waiting 1 week, on the first submission, I got approved. surgery is August 13th 2018!! Eeeek!! I have United Health which has a “once a lifetime” bariatric surgery coverage ( BCBS of Texas did my band). So for all those who are thinking about a revision or band not working, I highly recommended checking into it.
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Probs after fill
OnTheWay to Thin replied to Katie87's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
are you throwing up every few minutes, (your saliva filling your stomach) if so get back to a doctor immediately. Sometimes when you get a fill you have some swelling and that makes it worse the first few days, but you should always be able to get water and broth type stuff down. If you cant you are in real danger of dehydration and that is nothing to fool around with. After my port revision surgery they overfilled me and I could not even swallow my own spit, this is no fun and not worth it, so get this taken care of.
