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Vent post. Drs in US won't see me because I had original surgery in Mexico
ShoppGirl replied to VSG.LinZee's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Yea i agree. I believe a revision surgery takes longer so if they opened you up and found out they very well could close you up because they did not allow enough time to do the revision. Or get the scans that they needed ahead of time in order to proceed or whatever. I personally wouldn’t want them to be any less prepared than they could be when they cut me open either. -
PO 5 years and things changing
ShoppGirl replied to Terri Belcher's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I would think of you have gained all the weight back you would be approved fairly easily. It seems like it when people have only gained part back that they have to prove it’s medically necessary for reason other than those Based on BMI. I’m sure it all depends on your insurance but it seems to me like you would be okay. Hopefully someone who has actually had a revision with similar experience will see this and let you know based on actual experience. -
Vent post. Drs in US won't see me because I had original surgery in Mexico
Tomo replied to VSG.LinZee's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
That's strange. When I was talking to several doctors for a possible revision, not one asked or cared where I was sleeved. -
Vent post. Drs in US won't see me because I had original surgery in Mexico
VSG.LinZee posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
So Frustrated. Had VSG several years ago in Mexico, but struggling. My primary care dr referred me to the local Bariatric surgeon in my area, and they're the only ones covered by my insurance. After I told them I was sleeved in Mexico originally, they refused to see me. I'm sad and frustrated. I really don't want to go to Mexico again for a revision (not that it wasn't a good first experience, just I have a family and kids now, so the cash isn't there to get it like it used to be.) This is just a vent post. I'm just sad about the situation. -
Pause in the program
Tufflaw replied to sarahredwood's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wow that's awful! Maybe try a different doctor/hospital. I can't speak for anyone but myself, but when I scheduled my surgery for revision to bypass, I made my first appointment in June 2021 right in the middle of Covid, and my surgery was November 2021. Some additional precautions were taken in terms of visitors, etc. but otherwise went off without a hitch. -
I agree but I had a revision to Gastric Bypass because of horrible complications from a VBG in 2004. I was 228. I am now 170. Moderation
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During the healing phase of weight loss surgery, your weight will fluctuate for various reasons. You're healing from major surgery, just follow your program recommendations and have realistic expectations. You're three weeks post op, and that's when the majority of wls patients experience their first stall, which can also include some weight fluctuations like you described. My weight increased and decreased and bounced around a bit during the healing phase, I stayed focused on hitting my fluid and protein goals, and today I'm 6 weeks post op revision to RNY and the weight is falling off now, because I'm past the healing phase and back to exercisisng. I started losing fat and gaining muscle pretty soon after surgery, according to my smart scale. Muscle weighs more than fat, so even tho I was losing fat, I was gaining muscle, so the scale didn't move, but I was losing inches, my clothes were getting bigger. Just keep doing what your team told you to do and you will be fine.
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PO 5 years and things changing
Sunnyway replied to Terri Belcher's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had revision at age 73, 30 years after my RNY. I was on the bariatric clinic’s program for eight months prior to the revision surgery. I lost 70 pounds pre-surgery by cutting out all sugar, flour, white potatoes, rice, and processed foods. I’ve lost a total of 106 pounds to date. There were complications from the revision surgery so it did not result in any consumption restrictions. The additional weight loss is due to sticking with the plan above. I encourage you to do some reading about sugar and food addiction. I recommend the following books. Food junkies: recovery from food addiction, by Vera Tarman Why Diets Fail (because you’re addicted to sugar), by Nicole Avena & John Talbot Weight loss surgery does not treat food addiction, by Connie Stapleton -
PO 5 years and things changing
Terri Belcher posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Hi y’all. My original surgery was an RNY done on August 1, 2017, so 5 years post op now. Recently I’ve been having a very nasty acidic metallic type taste in my mouth every day. I’m being told that sounds like acid reflux. I’ve never had it before so don’t know. Since Covid and working at home full time and having all the bad for me foods within reach, I’ve put all my weight back on. I am so disgusted with myself!! But I am still at least trying to make an attempt at losing. My doctors have me on Metformin and Topomax. But they’re not doing anything. My health has went downhill quickly. And things with my health just keep getting worse!! I have an appointment with a different surgeon to speak about a revision and if I could be a candidate on September 15th What do you think my chances of being accepted into his program to get a revision are? My insurance covers but need 6 months of dietary visits. What should I expect on the initial visit with the surgeon on the 15th? -
Questions to Ask Before Surgery?
catwoman7 replied to SpartanMaker's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
it's sleeve - there are different bougie sizes. But I'm not sure if all surgeons ask for your preference. there is one revision to bypass where they can bypass more of the small intestine for some additional weight loss- but that doesn't seem to be a very common form of revision. For a virgin surgery, I don't know that anyone ever asks for your preference...or I should say, at least I've never heard of that. -
Stall - revision sleeve to bypass
IrishKatieKat replied to ocdennise's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
My surgery date was 4/15. I also stalled for nearly a month after 3 months post op. I've talked to a few people with revisions and they say they will lose good for weeks or months then hit a stall. Then lose for a while again and then hit a stall. Increasing water, changing calories up or down, can help. I started taking MCT oil and I noticed the scale moving faster. Best of luck. -
VSG to RNY: please give me your stats
mrbshamrock replied to Heather0811's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Hello, I had the sleeve in 2019 - I weighed 255 day of surgery and got down to 195....after several months below 200 lbs I slowly regained until I had got back to my original weight prior to surgery, which was less than two years time. I am scheduled for gastric bypass in late September due to acid reflux, but also to revive my weight loss again. I am over fifty so I realize I will most likely to hit a stall or two....does anyone keep the weight off when they do a revision? Especially if they didnt have a lot to lose (ie less than one hundred pounds)? I am excited but also keeping cautious optimism for a long term success -
Stall - revision sleeve to bypass
I♡BypassedMyPhatAss♡ replied to ocdennise's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
How much have you lost since your revision? Sometimes during stalls, we don't lose pounds, but we are losing inches. I think it also depends on how much weight you have to lose. The less you have to lose, the slower weight loss can be. And stalls can happen all along the weight loss journey. I think they're a normal part of the process. It's our bodies/metabolisms adapting to the changes our bodies are going through. I'm only 6 weeks post op Band to Bypass revision. But I seem to be a slower loser than those with virgin bypasses. My restriction is there, depending on what I eat. Of course I feel it more with denser proteins. Compared to my Band, the Bypass seems to feel completely natural, unlike my Band. When I was able to start exercising, and increased my calories a bit, I noticed the scale started moving better. I hope to be released tomorrow to be able to lift weights again, I know that will also help me more. Best Wishes! -
VSG to RNY (A surgeon’s perspective)
GreenTealael posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I found this video very helpful in explaining some reason you may need to revise from VSG to RNY -
Stall - revision sleeve to bypass
ocdennise posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had a sleeve revision to bypass in mid April. Weight was coming off and I could feel restriction although very different from sleeve. Fast forward to now (4 mos) and I’ve been stalled for a month & restriction seems nonexistent. I am aware restriction goes away after a period of time but did not expect this fast. Anyone gone through the same & can offer tips? Thanks -
Length of time on PPI or other antiacid
I♡BypassedMyPhatAss♡ replied to Tomo's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I'm on Pantoprazole also. I'm almost six weeks post op revision, and I have to only take it for three months and then I can discontinue it. I don't want to continue on a PPI any longer than I have to due to their side effects. -
I am in my 60s. I just recently had a revision WLS. I will speak mainly about my first WLS since revision was made for other reasons. For the first few months, the post-op diet does feel like a sacrifice. Especially the liquid phase. Not actually physically since I had decreased hunger but more mentally, emotionally since eating was never really about physical hunger to me. After the first few months, things normalized. I was able to eat whatever I wanted, just a much smaller amount and social eating was pleasant again. Because of the rapid weightloss, and the positive feelings of losing weight, it was much easier for me to transition to a healthier diet naturally. Was the the weight loss worth it and did it offset the sacrifice? Absolutely. I feel so much younger now being able to move as my body intended. Most health issues resolved too. I would do it again and again in a heartbeat.
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How painful is gastric sleeve post-op?
Tomo replied to LaLaLand's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
During my sleeve (when I didn't prepare lol), it lasted for like 4 or 5 days. Sharp shoulder pain, if I bent over to pick something up... Etc. But honestly, it wasn't that bad then either. When I did my revision, and I knew better lol, I began chewing them when I got home, and I was fine right away. This mentions walking, simethicone (e.g. mylanta) and other tips on dealing with post-surgical gas. https://healthproadvice.com/procedures/Getting-Gas-Pain-Relief-after-Surgery -
Who experienced heartburn or GERD after gastric sleeve?
Dogmom68 replied to 3catnight's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I had an EGD and barium swallow test. The EGD documented my hiatal hernia but the barium test showed my GERD wasn’t severe enough for the revision from VSG to RNY. My hiatal hernia is being repaired and is covered by my insurance but the revision to RNY was denied. I had to pay out of pocket for the revision ($2600.) My surgery is on Monday 8/29. -
If I remember correctly, I wasn’t supposed to take supplements until after my first post-op appointment. Then I just started taking them regularly. I take Barimelts. Multivitamin with iron, Biotin, Calcium, and Probiotic. My regular vitamins (pills) are additional iron (I needed it according to my bloodwork), B12 , and D3. My bloodwork has been excellent since my VSG 18 months ago. I’m getting ready to have a revision from VSG to RNY so some my routine may change. I read a lot and watched YouTube videos about vitamin supplements so they were very helpful. To be honest, it can’t hurt to take water soluble vitamins. It’s the fat soluble vitamins that you have to be careful not to overdo. That’s where your bloodwork will be extra helpful. 😁
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Exploring Options for Sleeve to Bypass in Mexico
Sleeve_Me_Alone replied to teedsg's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I had VSG in Mx. with Dr. Illan. You can look at my previous posts for details, but I do know he does a ton of VSG to RNY/MGB revisions. I had a phenomenal experience and would absolutely HIGHLY recommend HospitalBC for anyone considering medical tourism. Don't let the US scare machine dissuade you. -
Who experienced heartburn or GERD after gastric sleeve?
lolarose13 replied to 3catnight's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi, what test did you have to prove it? I just got a denial for revision because they want me to do a pH 24hr monitoring test to probe my GERD. I appealed because my GERD has been documented, and I have an EGD done showing that I have a large symptomatic Hiatal hernia, but I guess they want this test to prove it...I’m very frustrated. -
How painful is gastric sleeve post-op?
Tomo replied to LaLaLand's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
When I had my vsg, I took Tylenol powder packs when I got home for a day, it went very smooth. I did have gas pains so when I went for my revision to RNY this past August, I remembered to chew on some mylanta mini tabs too. No gas pains, and was even smoother. -
Help! VSG or Bypass
BlessedMomma91 replied to RaisnHL's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm on the fence too. Back in February/March I was sure I wanted the sleeve. My main reason is it won't mess with my mental health meds. Now I'm hearing horror stories of sleeve patients getting GERD and being forced to get the bypass for relief. I don't currently take any meds for acid reflux except an occasional Tums/Rolaids. So do I get the sleeve and risk getting GERD and hoping I have the funds later to get a revision or do I just get the bypass now and risk my my mental health meds not working? It took me years to finally find a medicine that helped my anxiety/OCD and I don't want to risk going down that terrible road again. However long lasting severe physical pain from the GERD is not good either. I may not have the finances later to get the bypass for relief. Decisions... decisions... Sent from my SM-S115DL using BariatricPal mobile app -
I did really well after my VSG except for some difficulty drinking water. That hurt! But I didn’t have nausea or much pain either. I was up and walking the halls pretty quickly, too. I’m getting ready to have a revision to my sleeve (VSG to RNY due to hiatal hernia and GERD) and I hope this surgery goes as well as my last! Sounds like you’re doing great! Be thankful and roll with it! 💕
