I had my revision surgery on 6/30 from band to RNY. I was banded in 2005. I lost 100 lbs and kept off about 85. Then started having reflux, ulcers, and gastritis. Through an EGD the doctor found the band was partially obstructed. Before band, I was 450lbs so I was no where near goal. Finally made the decision and found the right doctor for revision.

So here I am, 8 days post op. I feel so different this time! So motivated and following all instructions to a "t". Just looking for support to stay that way. I'm determined not to hide this time. Anxiety kept me from going groups last time or even looking for support. I still felt I was not "good" enough or didn't "fit."

Having a buddy (or several!) I think will really help!!! Would love to hear from someone!

Edited July 8, 201511 yr by Mandynette

You can do it!!!!! Sooo close! Is there any way to pm on bariatric pal?

Hi! I had RNY June 8th. I can't believe it's been almost 2 months. My surgery weight was 338 and I just hit 299 this Monday. Amazing feeling, I've been stuck in the 300s for the past 3-4 years. I still have such a long way to go, but I feel great. I haven't felt this good in years. I have so much more energy!

That is awesome! Good for you! I'm feeling good too! I'm at one month today and am down 39 lbs! I started (with rny) at 360. Ten years ago I had lapband and was almost to 450 lbs. loooong journey. But I feel better and more motivated than I have in my whole life! Isn't great?

Mandynette that's fabulous, good for you! Life is great, km so glad to hear how positive you are. Even only 2 months out and still a long way to go, I am so positive, I'm so happy. I'm finding I enjoy working out, I'm in better shape now than I've been my entire life. I've been heavy my whole life, my whole family is heavy. I never thought things could get so great.

Hi there! I find the forums here to be really great. I never had a band so my experience is a little different than yours. I have had great success with the sleeve and I am now about 10 months post op. Since you did the band, have you already been eating low carb for the last few years? That was the biggest adjustment for me...but I have found a lot of great low carb options that I like. I really like the Low Carbing with Friends group on Facebook. Good luck!

We are all your buddy through this long journey. I had my ryn. On June 11,2015