Hello all,

I was banded the first time in 2006. I had a slip in 2009 and had a realize band implemented. I had complications with the band again and on May 25th was revised from band to RNY. I have to admit, the pain was intense. I am 10 days post op and am back at work and still have pain (though not very severe). I work in an office, so I am sedentary and am not concerned about the pain. I have lost almost 15 pounds being on the liquid diet (now able to eat pudding / yogurt / etc).

I am not really sure how to measure my weight loss as I was really not morbidly obese when being revised. I can tell you I was 311 in 2006 when banded. I had dropped to 175 and then after the slip moved up to 240 in 2009 when I had the realize band put in. I was at 214 when I had the revision and am now, basically 200. I would like to be at a fit 175-190, so once the healing is done I plan on hitting the gym again.

I am rambling, I know, and am not really being organized with my thoughts. I am just writing as I think about it. I just wanted to document my story and am willing to answer any questions or try to help anyone I can.

So you only want to lose 10 to 25 pounds?

So you only want to lose 10 to 25 pounds?

Realistically, yes, that is all I need to lose, but I would like my BMi to be reduced to a manageable teen level.

matalo, How are you doing now? Could I ask you if your insurance covered your bypass and how you decided to go that route instead of a sleeve?

thanks.

matalo, How are you doing now? Could I ask you if your insurance covered your bypass and how you decided to go that route instead of a sleeve?

thanks.

I am now down to 180, so I am at the desired weight I want to be at. Now, I just want to tighten things up.

Originally, I was going to have the plication, but insurance did not cover it, so instead BCBS of Mass covered the bypass.

It sounds like through all your issues and problems, you have been able to lose the weight so congratulations to you and good luck!