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Trying to decide if I should just remove my band, or convert
Daenerys Targaryen replied to loridee11's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I revised band to bypass and am so glad I did. The bypass has a more natural feel. You just get full like a normal person, and I don't have to deal with foods getting stuck and all that. Plus, the weight loss is quicker and better than the band. -
I’m new here - my surgery date is December 17, 2018. It will be revision surgery - band to sleeve all on the same day.
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I’m new here also, and just got a date for Dec 12 as well as the OP. Like Cm3540 I am having a revision from band to sleeve as well. I look forward to meeting and chatting with some of you online.
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May 2024 Surgery Buddies 😁
Calli replied to Bypass2Freedom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Also a lap band 2010. But surgeon requires removal of band -heal for 6 weeks- then revision. So it has been a really long year for me so far. But now only 8 days from rny. I bought a weighted heat pad with levels of heat and an auto off function. It is wonderful. Dont plan on taking it to hosp. But will definitely come in handy at home how is everyone handling the daily meal for your significant others? Today my husband called me at work and asked mento pick him up pizza on my way home!!!! Rude… but he does need to eat and i dont want to cook. Lol. -
I’m not sure what surgery to do?
susunorm replied to susunorm's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Thank you so much for your response! That’s what I’m scared of doing, by getting the sleeve and it not working. And having to do a revision. You are strong for going through the surgery more than once! ❤️ -
You feel like you shouldn’t have done the sleeve revision?
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4 surgeries in 16 months……..now looking at Gastric bypass
SleeveToBypass2023 replied to Char V's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
If you're already staying away from sugar and carbs, you're ahead of the game. I think the bypass will definitely improve things drastically for you. The sleeve was never a viable option for you because of the GERD. I'm wishing you all kinds of luck, but I know you'll come through it ok. Don't be afraid of the revision. It's the easiest part of everything you've been through. -
Why do people have their bands removed?
rachele replied to Sammysue78's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Scar tissue blocked my tubing to the band, rendering it useless. Also ~some~ motility issues. Revised to DS Bypass after 3 years. Love it. -
Sleeve Stretch
Animallover77357 replied to Animallover77357's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was only sleeved 4 weeks ago so I'm not sure. I am still on soft liquids and I do feel a little restriction but I was a revision so it could just be mis shappen from that... -
I Want To Hear From The Band To Vsg "veterans"
ConnieSings replied to PJ_Sleeve's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Well I am a 4 week Veteran... does that count? I had the lap band in Feb 2010. Lost approx 40 lbs (50 to include pre op). Stayed the same for approx 2 years... then had a horrible "stuck" feeling, vomiting almost anything else I tried to eat... and had the band unfilled in April of 2012. Gained approx... 20 lbs back. August 9, 2012 had the revision from band to sleeve. It was a diff surgery at almost 3 hours. I had a lot of scar tissue around the band and wrapped around my esophagus... also a kink in my esophagus... My doctor being a very patient man worked a miracle in the operating room without having to do an open surgery... However, like I said, it took about 3 hours as opposed to the 1 hour normal sleeve surgery. I've done well with no problem. I agree in that I believe the recovery is a little longer and it takes a little longer for the body to heal... I have gone really slow with soft to mushy food... as that is the Phase 3 that I am just now beginning to move into. God Bless You on your journey...and I hope your revision goes well.... -
This is the exact same thing that happened to me! My band was so messed up that I ended up revising to the sleeve. I had a slip too and my doctor felt the band would slip again since I also had a hernia. I thought I had appendicitis! I am so glad I am not the only one.
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Hey all--anyone else feeling like this: I am about 11 days post-op. I was having great restriction until about 1-2 days ago. I noticed I could eat (drink) more, and that I could actually burp! Now-today-I am really, really, hungry!! I haven't eaten solid food--but I have blended veg. beef Soup, re-fried Beans, and ckn. noodle soup and still don't feel full after I eat them. Anyone else going through this? Do you think it's just I am finally no longer swollen and have no restriction? AHHHHH---I am just so frustrated! I lost 20 pounds, now I am not losing anymore!!!! Don't get me wrong--20 is great but I wanted to continue to lose!!! Okay--I am revising my weight goal--5 pounds for September!:eek:
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SLEEVE TO BYPASS REVISION
Mid West replied to MissLaLa05's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Aw, sorry to hear that. When did you have your revision? -
SLEEVE TO BYPASS REVISION
Titaniumsleeved2014 replied to MissLaLa05's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
@@nailsbyniki yes I'm so miserable I've just finished my pre-admission testing this post Monday on the 7th of March and is being revised on March 16th.... I'm praying for a better outcome from this surgery especially getting some relief from this darn GERDS -
SLEEVE TO BYPASS REVISION
DENISEMIC replied to MissLaLa05's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
HI THIS ACTUALLY MY FIRST POST. I ANSWERED A LOCAL MEETING POST. I'M IN A SUBURB OUTSIDE OF CHICAGO IL. I'M DENISE. I HAD LAPBAND SURGERY IN 2008. IT DIDN'T WORK FOR ME. I LOST APPROX. 40 POUNDS AND REGAINED IT. I REACH MY SWEET SPOT FOR A MINUTE MAYBE THE 3RD MONTH, BUT THE DOCTOR HAD AN INEXPERIENCED TECH DO MY FILL AND IT WAS ALL DOWN HEEL FROM THERE. I DON'T REALLY KNOW WHAT HAPPENED. I DO KNOW THE DOCTOR FINALLY SAID THE TECH DIDN'T HIT MY PORT. AFTER THAT I STARTED HAVING BOUTS OF NO RESTRICTION & THE BAD ACID REFLUX DANCE. AT ONE POINT THE HEADBOARD OF MY BED WAS POSITIONED SO HIGH UP; WE SLID OFF THE BED. LOL! I STARTING BECOMING SO FRUSTRATED AND EATTING AROUND THE BAND. FAST FORWARD TO 2014. THE DOCTOR DID AN UNFILL ON MY BAND 4/1/14 (HAPPY APRIL FOOLS DAY). I HAD SOME ESOPHICAL DAMAGE, BUT NOW I'M SCHEDULED TO HAVE THE BAND OUT AND RNY REVISION 8/27/14. OH HAPPY DAY. I AM BOTH EXCITED & NEVEROUS. NOT ONLY BECAUSE OF THE DANGER OF THE SURGERY, BUT BECAUSE THIS JUST HAS TO WORK. YOU KNOW? ALSO I WON'T KNOW UNTIL I WAKE UP IF HE WAS ABLE TO DO BOTH SURGERIES. WELL I'LL KEEP YOU POSTED. PRAY FOR ME!!!!! DENISE -
YES! I see you!! I'm super curious as to how you are doing after your revision surgery, because I'm on a similar path. Right now I'm waiting to see if my insurance will approve STARTING with the SADI-s/SLIP rather than either going with the Roux-y or a sleeve and then a revision. I don't really WANT to go through two surgeries (sleeve and later revision) but with a BMI in the high 50s/low 60s I keep getting nervous about which surgery to choose. I've posted elsewhere about my concerns with the Roux-y (higher chance of hernias / dumping syndrome /long term malabsorption/no longer taking NSAIDs) and read probably the EXACT same sites you have cautioning about the SADI-s and its main two possible side effects being 'bathroom issues/gas'. I came to the same conclusion myself; seems like a better, less complicated surgery, especially if I can START with it. After hearing a bunch about the Duodenal Switch I started second guessing yet again. Choosing is SO hard. How is it going for you?? I hope fantastically!
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So so angry!!!!!
sleevedinthe817 replied to SleeveToBypass2023's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Awwwww man. I’ve never responded to your posts about your acid reflux issues, but I’ve read them and I was really, really hoping the revision would immediately bring you some relief. It stinks that it still seems to be a problem, but it’s early, right? Maybe a little time? I hope something works for you! -
My band has slipped after 3 years of being banded
socalgal3 replied to Jessiebear's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Jessie-It's good to hear from you, but unfortunate for the circumstances! I hope the barium swallow shows that your slip doesn't require surgery, but merely an unfill. I went through the same thing and had to have revision surgery. My thoughts are with you. -
I kept a few big clothes, ones that I liked, so I could do a before and after comparison after I lost all the weight. Joke was on me though, as I needed a more than a few of those items when I gained back about 50 pounds. This time around (I just had revision surgery), I’m going to toss or donate them, since there’s no stronger motivation to stay on track than having to buy new bigger clothes once again!
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Boo Boo Kitty's PS Journey
gojaguars replied to Boo Boo Kitty's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
BBK, I am glad the band dr will be fixing your port. I agree with you, it is better to let the expert fix it so your band is not damaged and he will know how it is supposed to be and look. I am sorry to hear you are unhappy with your breasts. Can you get a 2nd opinion from another PS before you let the PS do the revision? I might be worried about him doing more surgery. We are all wishing you all the best. You look MARVELOUS, just marvelous!!!:rolleyes2: -
Boo Boo Kitty's PS Journey
faithmd replied to Boo Boo Kitty's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Boo, I'd absolutely head up and see Farhan about that port. Even if the swelling around it goes down, it is still not in the right position. And if they can do a revision, then you could have a low-profile placed. If mine is still moving around in there (I'm aiming for a second fill the end of the month, but with my current restriction, that might not be a good idea...), maybe we could have port revisions together! LOL!! -
My experience so far...now, with details!
janarae replied to icon23's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Thank you for sharing, I'm having band to sleeve revision at that hospital on the 31st. It's nice to know what it's like. Speedy recovery to you! -
Boo Boo Kitty's PS Journey
Boo Boo Kitty replied to Boo Boo Kitty's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Thanks guys. I am getting back to things pretty good. I got a call from PS yesterday. He won't move the port at the same time as the revisions, so I will be having 2 more surgeries. I was hoping he could fix that screw up as well, but oh well. I am sure it will be better to have the Bariatric place fix it, I jsut don't want 2 big scars on my tight tummy! I am loving bikinnis now! lol... Went running last night and took my 9 year old. She fell it was so horrible, cuts all over, stiches on her elbow. I feel so horrible, she is supposed to leave for GS camp tommorow and now doesn't want to go..... I guess from now on I will leave my exercise obsession for just me! :scared2: -
Boo Boo Kitty's PS Journey
kareyquilts replied to Boo Boo Kitty's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
BBK: I don't think that you should have anyone touch you that you no longer like or believe in. I would take a lot of pictures and document your interactions with this doctor. I think that he has some malpractice issues even if he did warn you have some complications. Did he expain that he would be practice new techniques on you? Did you give your permission? I would write him a carefully prepared letter and let him know that you are not going to settle for the level of care that he has provided and then I would try and make his insurance pay for a revision with some one else. I know that it is messy and uncomfortable to be confrontative, but he's not listening to you and you're not going to get his attention any other way! You deserve to have both of your breasts to be close to the same size and to look pleasing. This guy is not listening to you because either he doesn't care of he doesn't want to be reminded that he failed at something. Too bad! I hope you'll keep us posted and I wish you the best! As far as the Make Me Heal thing goes, I guess I wouldn't do it, but that is because most people think that if you have WLS you have taken the easy way out. People don't understand how much work it is. Maybe you can help change this view point, but you'll have very little input into how the finished product will be represented. You're probably more comfortable with all this than I am, so of course, if you're not worried about what strangers think, than I would go for it! -
Boo Boo Kitty's PS Journey
Boo Boo Kitty replied to Boo Boo Kitty's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Hello all... Well I am surprised, in shock and awe and HAPPY to say that my surgeon was VERY VERY VERY nice today. I told him how I felt and hje agreed and then some! He apologized and said that he did make the wrong choice in surgery. He is going to do a breast revision, tt revision and lipo! If my insurance will not cover it, which it won't he said he will "Eat the cost"!! I am still in shock! He is going to do more than I would have enve asked for but I am certainly NOT going to turn it down! I will be taking some photos ;ater and will post them. They are actually very hard for me to do!I can post all day the pretty me with clothes, but the other is very different!
