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Hello, I am 1 month band revision to gastric sleeve...doing well down 28 lbs but am very tired no energy at all, trying to get my all my protein and vitamins and have been trying to walk but without energy its really difficult. When will I get my energy back ? Looking forward to get back to gym but it does not look like it will be anytime soon.
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I have read a lot of posts from non-revision rny folks about throwing up and having food get stuck. Is this the same kind of thing that I experience nearly daily with my band? I don't want to live a life of getting stuck, sliming, and puking with rny....is it different????
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How many pounds did it take for you to finally go down a size? I know it varies from person to person, so I'm wondering what's about the average. At the same time, I'm trying to remind myself that it's not always POUNDS, losing inches are way better. Ah. The joys of bandland. It's a serious rewiring of the brain haha. So, revised, how many pounds/inches did you have to lose before you went down a size?
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It's usually the hospital that adds so much to the cost. That's a very good price for the US . If you are comfortable with this doctor, I would schedule surgery. My band surgeon charges the same, but it doesn't include any hospital costs so he sends you home and you come in the next day for an IV. No thanks! That's why I went to the very experienced Dr. Aceves to have my band removed and do my revision surgery. I felt very comfortable in that wonderful hospital for 3 days and got better care there than I did here, when I had my gall bladder removed a few months later.
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Lots of complications after bypass..... anyone else???
Sunnyway replied to Lem32's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had RNY to RNY revision surgery on 12/21/21. I thought I was fine, slowly recovering, until 10 days later when I started coughing up blood. I was airlifted back to the surgical hospital with a perforated jejunum at the anastomosis and SEPSIS. I had emergency surgery and was close to death for several days. I was in the hospital for 7 weeks and in a rehab facility for 3 weeks. I was discharged with a 15 cm long open surgical wound which is still not entirely healed 3 months later (but getting close). I resumed normal activities after returning home and have no pain from the open surgical wound. I have volunteer nurses who come to my home to do dressing changes, now every other day. Because of three necessary endoscopic procedures looking for leaks or abscesses my anastomosis is stretched and I have no more restriction than I had before the revision surgery. I had lost 70 lbs prior to surgery by cutting out all sugar, flour, rice, white potatoes, processed food. I've lost 25 more since the revision. I've been told to get 90 mg protein daily and to limit my calories to 800--which is VERY difficult. To add insult to injury I'm starting to lose my hair, too. I'm really struggling with cravings in the afternoon and night. We are now considering a prescription for CONTRAVE. Do I have regrets for having the revision surgery? Of course! I wish I had left it alone. I wish my surgeon had aborted the revision when he found I had dense adhesions. However, I'm well now and am approaching a 100 lb weight loss. -
This is a crazy journey!
shuckybucky replied to heatwhip's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I never had to go through all of this because I was private pay for my lap and and then my revision was done as an emergency surgery (so it wasn't planned) but I did work for an insurance company and while they all have their own rules and guidelines but the surgeons know the criteria. Just go with it and do everything they tell you. I can also tell you if you are denied go through their appeal process because a lot of times it gets approved the second time around. I may wish I had gone through all the hoops as I now have about 60,00.00 in medical bills from the revision and insurance hasn't paid any of them.....YIKES!!! -
Abdomen - gas or heartburn?
Tracyringo replied to ge0rgette2's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Sorry you are having all of this trouble. Do you have a bulge that protrudes still ? I took a calcium chew without food today and it was awful !! I kept dry heaving and had to go lay down. I truly dislike this revision and new way ugh. Prayers for you. -
5 years post op and have huge REGRET!
RickM replied to escape_pinacolada's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
You certainly have been through the wringer on this, and for that I, too, am sorry to see your struggles. It does seem that a revision of some sort is called for, and a second opinion (and even third...) is certainly called for in cases like yours (or really for any revision.) My suggestion is to find a surgeon from the DS (duodenal switch) world for another opinion, as the DS is a more complex bariatric procedure that most surgeons don't offer, DS docs tend to come from the top of the class, and as the DS uses the VSG as its basis, they tend to be the most experienced surgeons around when it comes to sleeve problems as they have been doing them a lot longer than most bariatric surgeons. My first choice for discussing a problem such as yours would be Dr. Ara Keshishian, who is down in the LA area. People come from all over the country to see him on complex revisions and other bariatric problems, so he is used to doing virtual consults (at least the initial one) so you don't have to travel to get an idea as to what solutions there may be for your problem. A bit close to you would be Drs. Rabkin, Jossert or Cirangle, all in different practices in the SF area, but all from the DS world and well experienced with sleeves. It is good to hear that your doc has tried a Nissen; while not particularly new, it is somewhat unusual with the sleeve as there isn't much fundus left to plicate, so many bariatric surgeons go straight to an RNY revision as they don't know how to do the Nissen on a sleeve. I have a small hiatel hernia and talked to Dr. K about it, but it isn't appropriate for my situation, but since my symptoms are mild, it is a wait and see situation - I'm not eager to go to the RNY as it's something of a surgical dead end that removes a lot of options once you go there (but it generally works well once you do.) Good luck in working this through.... -
Making the switch... One day
Oregondaisy replied to Daisalana's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I don't remember what Dr. Aceves price for revision from band to sleeve is. I am positive it's less than $15,000 though. I am thinking it's $11,000. You would have to call the number to the right of the screen. They were running specials during the summer because it's so hot in Mexicali this time of year. If you want, I have a big long email with all of Dr. Aceves credentials on it that could ease the mind of your family. -
Making the switch... One day
austinglobe replied to Daisalana's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Good point. I just checked the email, and my quote was from Endobariatrics - Dr. Alvarez. These were the prices, and they had to be 2 surgeries, 5 months apart. Lap-band removal only $5,000 Revision after healing to VSG $10,500 -
Encouraging Myself
LilMissDiva Irene replied to HalfTheWoman's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Wow you look great! In such a short amoutn of time too, you have a lot to be proud of! congrats =) By the way I went through the same emotions when I had my band removed and revised to sleeve. I kept it hush hush because of the embarrassement I felt as I was not successful with my band. However today I'll tell anyone who asks. It's a nice liberating feeling. That said, to each their own. Whatever you feel the most comfortable with is what you should do. Good luck!! -
Seven years ago when I was banded, I was the biggest diet pepsi holic in the world. Hubby is sure the pepsi stock went down when I quit drinking it. I was a two fister, had my son bring me two one for now and one to be at the ready when the first one was done. Gave it up and never went back. Even without restriction in my band I just don't do it, And now that I am going to be revised from band to RNY I am glad that is something I have already conquered. Crystal light is my go to. because I just can't drink plain water, it strangles me, so I drink 2 qrts of crystal light a day at least,
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Never thought I'd be asking this...
LeslieR041906 replied to Sweet's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It will grow back. Trust me. Dont do anything to it. If youre insecure, about hair loss, do what I done, cut it off and wear wigs. Mine look so real, and tbh theyre not so expensive. And believe it or not since I havent touched my hair, and keep it regularly groomed and clean, its thicker than it was before. Yes its strange, but it just happened that way. Ill keep it short until I get both my surgeries done. My revision from the band to gastric. Thats 3 hours under, and I can imagine Im going to be losing lots more. Thank God for the invention of wigs. :thumbup: -
I was banded in February 2008. I blew that. I lost like 24 pounds. Then in June 2011, I was having problems. I had upper GI test and hiatal hernia. When I had surgery for that, he did a band revision. I said this is it.... Time to shine! NOT! I have two of my grand kids and it is hard when they want something for me not to dig in. I have fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome and plantar facciitis. It is hard for me to move with pain and exhaustion. The meds I take cause weight gain!! I actually gave up. I stopped going for fills. I was due last month and said what's the point. I need help!!
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Third Revision...
ProudGrammy replied to Caela88's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
@Caela88 yes, i knew someone she had the lapband for a few years - erosion, then sleeve - heartburn - revision to RNY haven't seen her in quite awhile - hopefully all is well. i don't know how often this happens, but for the above reasons it's sad, but understandable is a 3rd revision in your future? hope all goes well whatever you do☺️ good luck kathy -
Sleeve to Bypass due to GERD
beaker27 replied to beaker27's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Thank you for that information! Hopefully, mine will be scheduled quickly then, too! Sorry, to hear you are still having acid reflux! It's funny, I didn't have it at all before the sleeve, now possibly revising to a bypass. Wondering if I had the bypass originally, would I have this problem at all. -
Sleeve to Bypass due to GERD
SpecialK92 replied to beaker27's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
@Phoenix20 I feel the exact way. I am now torn between a sleeve or bypass. My final weigh-in is Monday before submitting to insurance. The rate of revisions I'm seeing is not comforting, but I had my heart set on a sleeve. Acid Reflux terrifies me because I'm a singer. UGH. Good luck to you and your decision. -
Sleeve to Bypass due to GERD
Starwarsandcupcakes replied to beaker27's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
My sleeve didn’t cause my GERD, the tearing of a new hiatal hernia did. I had one repaired when I had my sleeve done in December 2019 (264lbs) I ended up developing a new hiatal hernia mid March (232lbs). My surgeon sent me for a barium swallow. So along with the GERD to mid esophagus and the hiatal hernia I also have esophagitis from it. I'm just waiting on insurance approval for my revision. I honestly loved my sleeve but since the hernia happened I have only lost 10lbs in the last 4 months and am currently sitting at 222lbs. Some days I find it hard to eat because I feel so nauseous all the time and developed intractable hiccups because of the GERD. If I could do it again, I’d still have a sleeve. -
ARE THERE ANY OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2015 SLEEVERS OUT THERE?
KeepCalm replied to BackToBeautiful's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
hopefully - I'll find out today how soon my surgery revision will be -
I recently had a revision to a distal RNY. I understand that malabsorption of vitamins and minerals is more of a concern with this procedure than with standard RNY, so I am wondering if there are any specific recommendations for a multivitamin with this procedure. I have been taking the Celebrate Multivitamin for the past five years with good results, but am also considering the ProCare Health capsules and the Bariatric Fusion soft chews. I love the potential convenience of taking the ProCare just once a day, but I worry if I’ll be able to absorb everything I need in one serving. Thanks for all of your help!
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I think it's a great surgery for people that are considered "lightweights" or do not have a lot of food demons/issues. But, for me, I've experienced firsthand the damage that can be done to stomach tissue by scar tissue. I've read that the surgery may be reversible, but what kind of shape is the stomach going to be in after being folded onto itself and sutured for how many ever years. Since there is no long term data on later complications, can we really be sure that it is less invasive? Everyone touts the band as the least invasive, but look at the long term complications that we see 2-8 years out. It's just my thought process. I've read the stats, and I think it's promising just like the VSG was 7ish years ago. For me, and just for me, I wanted resolution, I wanted permanent solution, and I was willing to take the bigger risk with the VSG when I chose to revise from the band.
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I had laproscopic sleeve, not a revision, and I had a fast recovery, minimal bleeding according to my surgeon and a fast recovery. Only on pain meds for 1.5 days, anti nauseau for 2 days and have been great ever since. I agree with Lisa's Hope that an experienced surgeon is the key. Good Luck
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I had my surgery Nov 11th. Sleeve to Bypass revision. Still unbelievable gas pains.
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Gastric bypass and hiatal hernia repair 27th april
katherinep replied to Merill's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I had a gastric sleeve surgery 9/2012. this year I have had horrific GERD. After the endoscope and swallow test ,they found the gastrointestinal hiatal hernia. The swallow test showed the hernia and severe GERD with divertculum on the stomach wall. I have a manometry test next week but my dr agrees that I need hernia repair and revision surgery June 16 is my surgery date. -
they may be able to treat it medically (i.e., with stronger meds) - but there are some people for whom the only remedy is a revision to bypass. Although it's a lot more common that it can be treated medically - so fingers crossed! (I have nothing against bypass - in fact, I have one (got it because I had GERD prior to surgery) - but it's just a much bigger deal than taking some med!)
