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I’ve been approved for a revision
YESSYISAWESOME replied to Glorious Release's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
hi there question, so you had the sleeve, then they did the REVISION to the BYPASS? -
Finally i can buy clothes again
Tufflaw replied to liveaboard15's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Great job! Yeah I love wearing stuff that used to not fit and now it fits or is even big on me. I've gone through all my clothes that I had when I was smaller and even stuff I wore after my first surgery (I was sleeved in 2016, lost a lot and then gained back and had revision in 2021), now I need even smaller stuff. Originally I was a 2XL shirt and those were starting to get tight, now I'm a Medium (!!) and down about 10 pants sizes as well. I've been getting my stuff at the thrift store because I don't know if I'll outgrow them (undergrow?) and they'll end up being too big. Once I reach my final weight and size I'll do a shopping spree. -
Here's My Story....
jhansen71 replied to FindingMyWay's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was a band to sleeve revision in one surgery and had no problems. I did not have success with the band at all, but am finding it with the sleeve. I agree with OTR in getting a revision. I think most of us have been able to lose weight, it's the keeping it off that has been the true challenge. Good luck with your decision. -
Do u drink pepsi and coke??
DebSee replied to lily'ssleeve's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have long term WLS friend with whom I was first banded (SAGB) in 2000. She developed complications a good 7yrs ago and she went the revision to Duodenal Switch route. She's required re-sleeving once in the last 5 years and says she could probably do with another resleeve, but is currently unable to fund it privately. She's a major diet coke drinker. We're all different. It's just doesn't take much to work out that with no carbonated drink addiction, my own band was not removed until February 2011. My pouch was intact, the port tubing was leaky. I was sleeved on the 18th Sept. and I don't expect to ever need resleeving. If I do, I can guarantee it won't be down to fizzy drinks since that's something which is absolutely under my own control. I can't make anyone elses' choices for them, nor would I want that kind of onerous responsibility. Neither can I remain silent when I've seen first hand resleeving required in a big diet coke drinker. -
December 2015 Surgery Dates - Gastric Bypass (RNY)
DeezJeanz replied to KirstyKirst81's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
To Amy n Cocoa...a little advice from a sleever who'll revise to gbp Friday, Lord willing. Don't think of anything as"one last", bc if you do, you'll only want it more. It's not like you'll never eat it again, itll just be "one last" time that it'll be that much of it in one sitting. The mind can be an ugly thing with the tricks it can play but we are in control of those thoughts and too can play tricks back. So keep telling yourselves, it's a life style change starting with smaller amounts, not zero amounts. I hope that made sense, im on my 10 day liq preop and my mind says give it a rest:)). But gl and know that IT'S THE LAST BIG PIECE of whatever, not the last piece; ). Gl -
I'm having a revision I had a sleeve 3 years ago. A week from now I'm getting bypassed. Is week good to stop smoking pot? I'm nervous because I smoked. I stopped as soon as I started my liquid and had to stop all herbs.
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At OCC - lots of waiting
HoosierGirl replied to SoCalDixieGal's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I think Monday is the busy day at OCC. Last Monday, there were 6 surgeries. They started off with the "easy" surgery first (two plications), then did my sleeve, and the last three surgeries were band-to-sleeve revision surgeries. Don't remember what time my surgery was, but after I got in my room and got the IV, it went quickly after that. And I wasn't thrilled about having six surgeries in a day either - especially wouldn't like 7. -
1 yr and 10 months out (pics)
allies journey replied to BlueEyedAngel28's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I was 287 when I had sleeve surgery 0ct 2016 went down to 199 and back up to 237.9 ,just had RNY revision surgery on July 16th due to severe reflux getting worse with the sleeve. I am 4 weeks post OP and I am down 24 lbs. You look awesome and I am wondering how you got rid of any excess skin and no batwing arms. Mine already flap in the wind and I just hate it. You look so happy and confident. Congratulations. Allie in SC -
Reflux and gastric sleeve
cindyw41 replied to canadian_girl's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have a hiatal hernia that will be fixed during my sleeve surgery. My surgeon said I may have to have a revision later if it gets worse. They should do an EDG to check the health of your esophagus and severity of your GErd. He will know for sure what direction to go on then. -
Duodenal Switch by Dr Ponce De Leon
BrookeDM posted a topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I am looking into getting a sleeve revised to a duodenal switch with Dr Ponce De Leon in Tijuana MX. I can only find 2 people that have used him for DS in the past and none are responding to me for updated opinions. Anyone here use him for a DS can you tell me if your experience was good? Any complications? How long before you went back to work? What kind of vitamins do you take? Thanks in advance for any feedback! -
LIVE from Mi Hospital with Dr. Garcia NOW!
libbyb replied to LaserSkinGirl's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Auckland too. Surgery April 25. Excited but starting to get a little nervous. It's revision surgery (had a band - didn't work out) who is your surgeon? I have dr Lopez. X -
Anyone Use Dr. Huacuz In Tijuana?
Threetimesacharm replied to midwifeshannon's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
i had my revision with Dr Garcia in Tijuana on September 10th. He is an amazingly skilled surgeon and his price is very reasonable. It is worth to check him out. Google alighterme or ready4achange for a coordinator. -
November Vs Mexico Date Roll
onceagain2 replied to freespirit63's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Dr Aceves............Nov 7...........Band removed long ago....Revision to Sleeve -
Switching to Dr Aceves - Help!
MissMinnie replied to NewLife2011's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Congratulations. Dr Aceves did my band to sleeve revision in Feb. 2011. Like you I only had a very short time after I decided. Mine went great and I hope yours goes as smoothly as mine did. Just a note: I was scared to death. When Dr Campos removed the fill in my band I was so scared and he said not to worry that they take great care of their patients. I don't know if it made me less scared but it really was the truth, they all did a great job. Good Luck.... -
About 4 months for me. The longest was the one month wait for the approval. Why does it take so long i have no clue. It should be 24 hours. Anyways June 23rd is my revision to bypass day
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I'll soon be crossing the border
Patti Sue replied to MoreThanAPrettyFace's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I am driving to SD airport on Sunday to meet the van and get my revision done one week from today. My gosh, I know this is going to work this time. Did you take dvds of LOST and 24? On your computer or are there TV's? What about the recovery period? How long before you were able to do things? I ride horses and am wondering when I will be able to ride again. Anyhow, I hope to see you in Mexico next week!!! Best of luck!!!! Thanks fr all the inside info everyone! Anxious!!!! Patti -
Dr. Illan for my VSG
liposuction68 replied to 79looking's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
are you getting a revision or first time sleeve the prices are remarkable are you going by yourself ... i am ... -
I Made The Right Choice In A Very Short Time! So Happy!
Vicki Loichinger replied to chilet071's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
What an awesome doc. I am glad you listened. Seven years ago and endocrinologist told me had i ever considered weight loss surgery. I was taken back a bit cause i wasn't 100 pounds over weight. But he wanted me to do it for my type 2 diabetes. Well being all stubborn and thinking I knew so much more, I got the lap band, he told me I needed the gastric bypass, but nope not me, I didn't need anything so drastic, so I fought for the band. I have gained and lost the same 35 pounds many times over in the past seven years. Never did the lap band help my diabetes. The doc was right. NOW i know what he meant. I am having my band removed and revised to RNY this coming Wednesday. I have about 60 pounds to lose now, I have lost 20 since May. Doesn't sound Like a lot, but hopefully this surgery will reduce or eliminate my need for insulin, and help me lose the weight my very short under five foot body is carrying and give me some healthy years. I never had any horror stories with the band. And I think if I had not had anything done, I would weight a lot more now then if I had no band at all. But I think how much healthier I would have been these past seven years if I had listened to the doc. -
Dr. Garcia vs. Dr. Aceves?
kakaw replied to marielove's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I also went to Dr.Aceves. I had my band to sleeve revision March 22/13. I picked him because of his experience, but also because of the longer hospital stay. I am glad I did and it was the perfect amount of time in hospital for me. I wouldn't have wanted to leave sooner. I have had several other surgeries in Mexico (band, plastics) and in Canada (c-sections, 1 week stay with each which felt like forever, gallbladder) and had a great experience with Dr.Aceves and his staff. If I had to choose again, I would make the same choice. -
Dr. Garcia vs. Dr. Aceves?
LisaLoseAlotx2 replied to marielove's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Surgery next Friday, May 10th Dr F. Garcia $5,500 - Revision band to sleeve. includes everything except airfare. -
I have already been sleever (a revision from the band) I did not tell my doc ahead of time, but did tell him upon my return. He had no problem ordering my labs.
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I'm getting about 50 oz of water sometimes more per day. This is my 2nd chance, had a revision. First time I didn't have issues like this. I'm taking a stool softener every night..... Doesn't seem to help much.
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Help! Kaiser or Anthem BC (in California)?
Redefined replied to prowinewoman's topic in Insurance & Financing
No...West LA surgeons are more prone to just take out band, but not revision. Request Harbor City. I went to West LA earlier in the year. Email your doctor, ask him to send referral to Dr. Gary Belzberg. -
Help! Kaiser or Anthem BC (in California)?
DoOverWLS replied to prowinewoman's topic in Insurance & Financing
Just a quick update... I'm going to stick with WLA. It's just closer and linked to my home hospital, Woodland Hills. Doctor will do the revision all at once. Since my band has been empty since August and my upper GI came back normal, he doesn't expect any issues once he goes in. I'll also have to go through the Options classes. I've accepted it and will go through the motions while I try not to gain any more weight. Plus I'm so crazy busy at work right now that I wouldn't know how to pass it off while I'm out. At least this way I can have a good plan in place. I expect to have surgery in August. -
I originally went with over the muscle and I'm going to be getting a revision to under the muscle. I got my implants after having lost 90 pounds "on my own" back in 2010/2011. Back then I still had *some* real breast tissue. So I did gummy bear implants over the muscle with a donut lift. I then went on to re-gain and re-lose and re-gain and re-lose weight over the next 4 years to the point that in July 2014, I was back within 10 pounds of my highest weight (so 80 pounds more than when I got my implants). I decided to get sleeved and have lost 100 pounds since then. So am now 20 pounds below what I weighed when I got my implants. I now have NO real breast tissue and my implants are visible below my skin. They have also sagged a bit. So I am probably going to get a lollipop lift and move the implants under the muscle at some point in the future. But my priority right now is my spiral thigh lift and butt lift that I plan to have in August or September.
