I'm scheduled to have a revision from a sleeve to a mini gastric bypass in 5 weeks. I am way more scared than the first surgery. I think in part because I know what to expect post op (I had an awful recovery last time). Has anyone else felt like this before their revision?

I'm only looking into having surgery done for the first time ever. BUT, I can tell you this- I'm sure your feelings are 100% valid, since you didn't have a nice go of it the first round.

For my own educational purposes, what was awful about your las recovery time? If I go ahead with this procedure, it will probably be the sleeve.

7 minutes ago, Michelle_D said:

I'm only looking into having surgery done for the first time ever. BUT, I can tell you this- I'm sure your feelings are 100% valid, since you didn't have a nice go of it the first round.

For my own educational purposes, what was awful about your las recovery time? If I go ahead with this procedure, it will probably be the sleeve.

Thanks Michelle for your reply! My surgeon nicked my spleen and 12 hours after the initial surgery I was in excruciating pain, I had to go under again to rectify internal bleeding. I also had a C-Diff infection that made me very sick and it took three weeks to recover. I know that it was initially only four of five weeks of pain and suffering but the thought of going through this again is weighing on my mind.

Yes, I after going through that, I would be wicked nervous too! ? The key to most things is open communication . Did you talk to your surgeon about your last experience? Or is it the same person? In which case, holy cow- yes, I'd be nervous. Again, you have a valid point and reason to be.

For me, I find that the more I talk, vent, etc, the better I feel. Definitely voice your concerns and fears with your doctor and staff. Nothing wrong with that! It's always that anticipatory anxiety before a big leap into something new. Even the night before a plane ride will make me think of 'all that could go wrong' But then when I am actually on the plane, I'm good as gold.

I hope this makes sense. I bet you will be just fine. ☺️ One bad experience doesn't mean it will be a repeat. ?

I wish you all the best!

Thanks Michelle for your reassurance and suggestions ? I am going with a different surgeon this time around but I will definitely share my concerns with him ?