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Hey everyone!! I am having my surgery in May and just thought that it would be nice to have a group to have to support each other through this!! Who's in?
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I lost band and had revision April 19th, feel great! Good luck Sent from my XT1254 using the BariatricPal App thank you so much!!! I'm so excited!!! Glad you are doing good, makes me feel so much better about this!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Hi can I join I had bypass on 17th may x Sent from my SM-G920F using the BariatricPal App
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Hi I am new to this site just found out I am having my g-bypass 5/26. I am so excited!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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@@UsernameTaken yay so happy for you. I'm also revision from band to bypass. My surgery is May 6th so you aren't too far behind me. We should definitely keep in touch since we are going through the same exact thing. Please let me know how everything goes and message me anytime if you want to talk more. Heather
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"Lap Bands are becoming obsolete"
cheryl2586 replied to Deb 57's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Are you kidding me? They are giving up on placing the bands and making patients go with the sleeve or bypass. They are getting paid big bucks for the other surgeries that require minimal or no after care. Most are not even advertising the lap band anymore because they don't want to be bothered. -
Polyps and Barrett's - worry for nothing?
stephwv posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was shocked to find out the results of my upper scope. Three polyps removed (all precancerous), Barrett's from bile reflux (no gall bladder) plus small hiatal hernia. Who knew!? My question is for others who may have had precancerous polyps removed prior to gastric bypass - are you concerned about the stomach and section being "invisible" to a normal EGD? A little nerve wracking to me...any feedback appreciated! -
I would opt for conversion to bypass instead
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December 2013 Revisions: Get in touch!
Gigi1219 replied to nursebeccarn's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Just like you, I was banded, then had the sleeve revision. My surgery was on Dec.19. -
Mini gastric bypass
waiting4miracle replied to waiting4miracle's topic in Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum
This is minimally invasive procedure. Google Dr. Rutledge for more info. Restrictive. Malabsorptive The Steps 1. Access to the abdominal cavity: 5 small (1 inch) incisions on the abdominal wall to allow the insertion of access ports. Instruments are then passed through the various ports to complete the operation. 2. Retraction of the Liver: The liver lies over the stomach and must be lifted out of the way in order to complete the operation. 3. Creation of the Mini-Stomach: The stomach is divided into 2 parts. One part, a long narrow tube that will serve as your new "mini-stomach". The second part is the larger remaining part of your stomach which remains alive and well, but is now "defunctionalized", that is to say, it no longer receives or processes food. 4. Bypass of the small intestine: The length of small intestine bypassed varies from patient to patient, usually ranging from 3 to 7 feet. The actual length of intestine bypassed will be determined by your surgeon based on multiple factors including your height and weight, your weight loss expectations, and a careful review of the risks and benefits of a Shorter vs. Longer Bypass. 5. Removal of ports and closure of skin incisions: Upon completion of the operation, all instruments and ports are removed and the 5 small skin incisions are closed with skin closure staples. Performed laparoscopically (5 small, 1" incisions) Usually takes less than one hour to perform Overnight hospital stay Easily reversible or revisable Excellent weight loss Low complication rate Return to normal activity within one week Restrictive - A Small stomach pouch is created restricting the amount of food you can eat. Malabsorptive - A portion of the small intestine is bypassed. Since the small intestine is responsible for absorbing the calories from the food you eat, bypassing a portion of the small intestine results in fewer calories being absorbed, thus creating additional weight loss. Hormonal - The hormone ghrelin has been nicknamed the "Hunger Hormone" by researchers because of its significant effect on appetite. Gastric Bypass results in a fall in ghrelin levels resulting in a reduced appetite. -
5 Months Post Op, Revision Needed
dania224 replied to rensterness's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Please do! My husband had a lap band placed June 2008, he lost almost 100 lbs with it and then gained it all back. He is set to have the band removed 3/24 and then wait 2-3 months to get the gastric sleeve. I am looking to learn more from everyone so that I may be the best support for him! Please let us know how the revision goes -
Lap band or sleeve? Why did you get revision to sleeve?
2muchfun replied to okaykay's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
CowgirlJane, First, I've read many of your comments and your velvety smooth criticism of the band is admirable albeit naive. I don't say that in a facetious or malicious way. For some reason many sleevers-to-band want to compare a product(yes the band is a product) designed and installed(yours right?) over a decade ago to the better quality and more effective products available now. And that includes surgical techniques. Many band failures cozy up to some facebook sites that specialize in band bashing. It's a way of venting. But the math of bands placed to band fails on these sites is a tiny %. Knowing of hundreds or even thousands of band haters on one of these sites doesn't sway my opinion. But wouldn't it be more productive if just a few would accept some or even all of the responsibility for their failure by confessing they weren't compliant? Are all failures caused by this little plastic band? Why does it work so well for some but it's the devil for others? Jane, why did you not go for RNY or the sleeve initially? Let me guess? It was the reversibility of the band? Or, you didn't want your guts rearranged? If there were no band would you have went for bypass? I wouldn't have. That's why the band is a very important tool to me. I'll accept the slightly higher risks with the band. And I've never vomited and only once have I PB'd. I feel more normal now than I have for 15 years and that's all due to the band. Just my opinion folks. -
Lap band or sleeve? Why did you get revision to sleeve?
chris73 replied to okaykay's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
My band has failed and caused issues to my esophagus. Rather than just remove, they will do a sleeve. Which by my research is probably the safest, and effective. Bypass is very hard on the body, malabsorption does crazy things. -
Lap band or sleeve? Why did you get revision to sleeve?
CowgirlJane replied to okaykay's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Leaks are higher risk for revision. It's a bad plan to think that "I'll try the band and then revise". Main reasons people revise from sleeve to bypass is out of control reflux. If you already have reflux think long and hard if the sleeve is right for you. Leaks can happen with sleeve or bypass but aren't THAT common for first time surgeries. I think about 1-2% for sleeve. ..higher for band to sleeve revision. Read that link that was posted above. Study it. Great article on some underlying theories about how the surgery works. I was originally told I would not do well with sleeve since it is just restriction and you have more capacity than band even. This article even helped me understand why the sleeve worked so well for me when band did not. Sleeve seems to be more than restriction it does create some other changes. -
I was so sick with gallstones after having a 75lb weight loss many years ago. In fact it was so long ago that I had an open surgery to remove it vs. a laporascopic surgery. Anyway, I immediately felt better and I do mean immediately. I have never regretted it. Now of course this was before my bypass surgery so I cannot speak for that nor have I heard that it is more risky. Honestly because mine was removed I have not paid much attention to the risks. Maybe someone else can answer that for you. Good luck and don't be afraid. You will feel better!
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Appetite Suppressant Pre-Op?
Tiffykins replied to Kelly'sChipper's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Studies show that a low carb, high Protein diet shrink liver fat effectively, avoid white carbs, and your liver will be fine. Even with my BMI at 49, my liver looked fabulous after doing just 1 week of low carb/high protein diet for both my band and revision. It takes months to shrink a true fatty liver, and they're only worried about the slippery/slimy fat on the outside of the liver. The side effects of the Adipex are stressful on the body, your liver is going to have to break that crap down so really just stick to your pre-op diet and know that your liver will be just fine without adding more chemicals/drugs for it to break down. If you start the protein first rule, eat slowly, and avoid white carbs this will help post-op as you'd be instilling good habits before surgery that will carry over. -
Why do people say Revision patients lose slower
dmr3112 replied to PrincessErin's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I asked my surgeon this very same question today. He says banders already know the tricks to get food in and old habits haven't been broken. This is another reason why he makes revision patients wait three months - they have to reestablish good eating habits. It's energy in versus energy out - same as the band. However seeing most of us couldn't eat with a band and weight loss is extreme due to malnourishment, it makes sense that being able to actually eat food to lose weight will take longer than a starvation method. I was mystified about this too! -
Band to Bypass discussion
Meintraining replied to Meintraining's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Doer, boy was I happy to read your post!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you so much for sharing. It's nice to know I'm not alone. My doc is super nice but he doesn't tell me little things like that. With the bypass I almost feel like it's all willpower because there is little restriction. I never read that anywhere. I was nervous like the surgery didn't take or something. I mean the extreme weight loss is from food restriction and following the diet stages. I guess how the bypass helps is with not having hunger. Still learning and getting to know my new tool. Thanks for sharing. -
Considering revision to Gastric Sleeve -- should I?
Pinkgirl1234 replied to Meley24's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Hi...after a lot of research ,thought and pain I have changed my mind.I am not seeking a revision to the sleeve but in fact a RNY.My lapband has caused my stomach and esophagus so much pain...the reflux is severe.I can't cut away 85% of a very abused stomach.The Gold standard for me... My first time sleeve friend is doing very well with her sleeve. -
December 2013 Revisions: Get in touch!
Idlewood4 replied to nursebeccarn's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I can't speak to the bypass, and have only had the sleeve for 2 weeks, and I love it. What ever you decide will be a good decision. My band hadn't been filled for a while either, kept having port problems. I got to 256 pounds with the band, the latest loss is the preop and post sleeve. I feel great! Best of luck to you, and keep in touch! -
December 2013 Revisions: Get in touch!
chalia replied to nursebeccarn's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Had revision on 1/10/14. Having a difficult time getting in all the fluids...any suggestions out there? -
you are Banded , you paid a lot of money for the band and alot of ppl can't even get it . It is a tool and you need to realize it is not magical and you need to work with it . just relax and dont' stress yourself . you do not need to have bypass . you can work with this . you just need to make changes in your lifestyle .maybe you are bloated in the AM . maybe drink more water to flush your system in the evening . just hang in there .and try new things and see what works with your awesome tool you were lucky enough to get . Good luck to you ..Make smart choices when eating and think before you eat something if you could eat something better for you !!
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I'll tell you the only good thing about my lap band was that the incisions were very good and clean and I had no problem with healing and they don't look that bad. Not that I'd be wearing a bikini anyway but still it depends on the person and the surgeon. Other than that I personally would rather have the gastric bypass.
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*Susan* revision from band to sleeve
*susan* posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had my band placed on in April, 2006. The first year was a breeze and I lost a ton of weight. In month 13 of my journey, I was overfilled and slipped my band. Since then, I seemed to have developed an intolerance for my band. I have slipped it twice, constantly choke on my food, and have been miserable. On April 2nd, I will be revising from the lapband to the gastric sleeve. Dr. Aceves will be doing the revision in Mexico. I have decided to chronicle my experience here, so others that have band issues and decide to convert can have an idea of what to expect. I spoke with Nina, the patient coordinator yesterday and we now have everything scheduled. I am excited and nervous all at the same time. I will leave here on April 1st, have my surgery on the 2nd and return home on the 5th. My mother will be accompanying me on the trip. Nina advised me that Dr. Aceves is concerned about swelling due to the problems I have had with my band. Therefore, I am going this week for a complete unfill. Then, seven days before my surgery, I have to go on a complete liquid diet. This should alleviate any swelling issues and the chances of having to have the band removed and then go back at a later date for the sleeve. It is very important to me that I get this all done at the same time. I am looking forward to this, and feel like I have been given a new opportunity at life. To those who have helped me to be able to get the sleeve, thank you. Because of you, I now am looking forward to enjoying life again, instead of living in misery. I will update as I go through this journey. -
*Susan* revision from band to sleeve
lpglarry replied to *susan*'s topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
is it worth getting banded or should i get bypass,or sleeve? you got me nervous now, but your right not to many success story on band long term yet people help me i/m confusd going 2nd meeting to get banded soon larry
