Hi everyone I'm new here and was wondering if you guys could help me out.

I'm thinking about have the sleeve surgery but many people are telling me , bypass is a much better choice.

Since my IBM is over 40 and health issues , should I push for bypass instead?

My Dr. Is suggesting sleeve but I'm struggling with it.

Any imput?

Thanks a lot.

Lee.

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Your primary doctor is suggesting sleeve or surgeon?

Reasons you are struggling?

What other health problems do you have besides obesity?

The surgeon.
High blood pressure
Tachycardia
Knee and back issues.
I'm afraid of I'll put the weight back.

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I'm going to have a bypass, but I want you to have what is best for you. A lot of times if you're young they steer you towards sleeve. You will lose a little faster with bypass but they are both good surgeries. I would listen good to,my surgeon's advice, he knows you better than I do. I am having because I have GERD, bypass fixes that, I have had athritis since 25, had 2 knee replacements, other joints are very sore and I may still need more replsced, the longer I carry my weight the worse they will get, I have a BMI of 47, I am still going through surgery at 72, I am so tired of being sick and tired, I do not want to live,like this a moment longer than necessary. I also have sleep apnea, although it runs in my family there is still a chance I can get off my c pap. We all are a little fearful we won't be able to lose and Keep it off, you will be given a tool whichever you choose that will help you but you have to committ yourself now and in the future to follow a diet of smaller portions. I call it Going through THICK until you're THIN. I am going to do it and I believe you can too. I just this morning read the,posting of a lady who was a size 28 which is even bigger than I am, she is now a 8-10, if she could do it don't you think you and I have a chance? Don't blow it, we can do it together. (hugs)

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It is completely possible to gain weight after either surgery if proper diet is not followed.

You should discuss with the surgeon why you would prefer bypass, and he should be able to discuss why he would prefer you have a sleeve. It’s your body, and what operation you have should ultimately be your decision.

@Lee2 we don't know enough about you to make a decision for you.

I was BMI 41, age 62 and borderline bp on 7mgr lisinopril, no apnea, one TKR from old injury becoming arthritis, and so close to being pre-diabetic. I had the sleeve because I didn't want that much malabsorption, the risk of an ulcer in the unused stomach still inside me, and to keep my pyloric valve. I believe the restriction and removal of the fundus will be great tools to lose my excess weight. I also believe no surgery is magic and will require all my cooperation in my success.

Good luck in your decision.