I regret having this surgery I wish I would have never gotten it. I had my sleeve done on August 11th and here it is August 17th and im still in the hospital because nothing stays down. My surgeon found that I had a hiatul hernia and repaired it during surgery. However, I still have not been able to eat or drink after that...so then he does a dialation and what do u know still nothing is going down to my pouch. I now have to get a stent put in my sleeve to see if that allows me to have any kind of success with holding anything down if not then he will perform gastric bypass on me...I dont think anyone can imagine how i feel right now...Have anyone else experienced this or something similiar if so please enlighten me on your journey please because I feel just feel like what i anticipated being the best decision i made in my life turned out to be the very worst decision of my life.

I'm so sorry you're having these difficulties. I hope your fortunes turn around very soon and that your recovery is strong and soon.

I'm wishing the very best for you and for your surgeon.

Thanks sooo much I appreciate it I too am hopeful for the same

I'm so sorry you are having complications! I was on clear liquids for 10 days and regular liquids 10 days after that. I couldn't imagine trying to eat. Do they think you ya be just really swollen from surgery preventing things going down? I hope you don't have to bypass and they can figure out the problem soon

I'll say this though, hopefully a bit encouraging, even the few of those who have had severe complications eventually were happy they had the sleeve. I think it's like aweful childbirth that doesn't go how you want and leads to more surgery (which I had). Lol. Eventually you are glad you did it

Just hang in there. Sorry this has turned out to be an even bigger challenge but keep us all updated so we can cheer you on and enjoy the good that will eventually come!! Wishing you a better day tomorrow!

Just wanted to add: my last support group meeting had the theme of what can go wrong. There were 5 or 6 men who had the sleeve or Rny and they discussed the complications they went through...ranging from life saving to long stays in the hospital...including the problem you mentioned with nothing staying down. Each and every one of these men said they would do the whole thing again...without a doubt. One man was on 42 meds prior to surgery and is now down to 1! These men made me feel like: A) I'll be okay I will live longer w/the surgery then without and C) I must remain positive no matter where this journey takes me.

Hope this helps, and my prayers are with you

I'm so sorry you're struggling. My experience was completely different. I hope you get some positive news soon. Hang in there. It will all be worth it!

Oh, that's terrible! I'm so sorry you're going through all this.

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many people (like me) have no problems during or after surgery

others have a few "common" side effects

i.e gas, being very tired, not being able to hold food or water down

Sadly, there are many other people that have more severe problems like you

if you go to the MAIN board you will find a separate thread called

Gastric Sleeve Complications Support Group

you can discuss things with others that have experienced issues during/after surgery

its good to be able to discuss things with others in the same boat

Its unfortunate that there are there are enough people to form such group

hope that things get better sooner than later

best of luck

kathy

Edited August 18, 201412 yr by proudgrammy

I can relate to your feelings. I was sleeved 12/10/2013 and on 12/14 was rushed to the hospital and almost died (BP was 60/25 and EMT could not get IV in me). I had internal bleeding and had a second surgery 12/15. For about 2 months I regretted having the surgery in a very big way and thought I would never change my mind. At about 3 months out I began to feel really great and my regrets disappeared quickly. Now at 8 months out, down 139 pounds which was my goal, I can confidently say that I would do the sleeve again without hesitation even if I knew about the second surgery ahead of time. Be patient and follow all prescribed instructions. Things will get much better ...

Edited August 18, 201412 yr by Andrew0929

Oy vey...that just terrible wow!!!!...my surgery date is 9/15.14 thats not good but i'll keep u in my prayers and thoughts...Think positive that all this will work it self out....good luck!!!

Thank you I appreciate it

Did the doctor say what caused your complications? Has he/she done many sleeve surgeries?

I am so sorry for your pain. You are experiencing what I fear most about this surgery. How long would you have the stint in?

My doctor has no idea why i cant keep anything down besides swelling he did a dialation for the swelling that didnt work now the stent will be put on tomorrow for 4 to 8 weeks

My doctor has no idea why i cant keep anything down besides swelling he did a dialation for the swelling that didnt work now the stent will be put on tomorrow for 4 to 8 weeks

Do you mind telling us your start point?

Like age/weight/bmi etc? Also where did you have your surgery done? Previous surgeries? Pregnancies?

So sorry to hear of your complications. complications. Hoping it will get better.

So sorry to hear of your complications. complications. Hoping it will get better.

I was sleeved 4/9 w/ hernia repair as well. Had constant vomiting. On 5/11 I began having severe pain in my shoulders. I went to the ER 5/13 and within an hour I was in emergency surgery for a perforation in my stomach. (I was leaking in my stomach due to a hole). I was miserable for the first 2 months after my original surgery. Today...I would do it a 100 times over. I feel like I am 20 years old again. It was all worth it.

Edited August 18, 201412 yr by LidiBell

I'm so sorry that you are regretting your decision but completely understand why. It's not an easy one to make and to have this happen must be soul destroying your beautiful girl. And you must be so uncomfortable too. I don't know what to say other than I hope you get through this soon