Gerd & Sleeve

[RainbowBrite57 153]

2 minutes ago, catwoman7 said:

this really isn't an issue with RNY if you keep on top of your supplements.

That's good to know, thank you! You hear so many things from different people that the truth can be hard to extract. 🐵

[summerset 5,261]

On 3/10/2020 at 1:53 AM, catwoman7 said:

just so you know, the GERD doesn't always start up right away. Sometimes it's a couple months out - or even longer - before it "strikes"..

Indeed. Acid reflux is something to consider when deciding for the sleeve.

[Dale P. 14]

I was diagnosed with gerd about a year prior to surgery and I was open about it with my bariatric team. I still have it, but it seems better. If anything, I burp a lot more and have less heartburn.

[Mark.olypenn 5]

I had my lap band removed in large part due reflux and GERDS issues causing tissue damage to my throat. I was on daily medication and changed my diet. When I started researching a revision surgery, I decided a sleeve was my first choice. During my first consultation with my surgeon, he wanted us to consider RNY over a sleeve given by history of reflux and GERDS. When met with the surgeon about month before surgery we were still wanting a sleeve. During the appointment we had a more serious and detailed discussion with my surgeon about having a second restrictive weight loss surgery. His concerns were compelling and to dispel his concern, he recommended endoscopic exams over a two month period to confirm my reflux and GERDS was under control. Ultimately, I had RNY surgery 2 weeks ago because of the risk of a second restrictive WLS surgery failing. In the end, we are all different and we need to understand our bodies. We should make decisions on what will give us the best tool for successful weight loss.