Greetings, I am getting the DS and ohh so excited, I had the sleeve and had weight gain now I am close to my original starting weight, I started the process of DS a few months ago with the intention of sleeve revision or gastric bypass, and my surgeon discussed my options and DS it is! So good people of this forum, I am seeking advice, pearls of wisdom, any info you care to share. I am an RN and have researched all the data, pros and cons, now I want to listen to those who have experienced the surgery and their story. Thanks a million

had my DS 2 1/2 weeks ago doing great so far! my surgeon says it was the best and most successful operation for weight loss

Thanks @Glamgirl....my surgeon concurs it’s the most successful ... congrats to you... I’m looking forward to a speedy recovery too.. post op any pain or drains in place? Are you still on liquids or graduate to puréed? Thanks again

As long as it's someone who is experienced in the DS you should be good to go.

6 hours ago, Diva302 said:

Thanks @Glamgirl....my surgeon concurs it’s the most successful ... congrats to you... I’m looking forward to a speedy recovery too.. post op any pain or drains in place? Are you still on liquids or graduate to puréed? Thanks again

hello Diva302, I had pains the first week. just very hard to get up , but I walk as much as I could . No drains. the laparoscopic incisions were vey small and practically are gone now I am on puree foods but not hungry at all. I go to soft food class tomorrow and see what else I can eat. The liquids sucked but it was all part of it to deal with. Not only did I have the Duodenal switch but I had my gall bladder removed and a hiatal hernia repaired. so three operations were done that day and that could be why I am was extra sore.

You will do fine! Its all worth it!!! I wish for you a speedy recovery! let me know if you have any more questions