Hi,

I had my gallbladder removed in 2007, and DS surgery in 2013, so not at the same time, but that's probably inconsequential.

I can tell you that what you're experiencing was similar to what I experienced after just the gallbladder removal. Loose stools, needing to rush to the bathroom 20 minutes after eating - to the point that crisis situations could develop if I were out and about.

If you're concerned you should bring up the concerns with your medical professionals, but for me, several months out was like this - it improves over time.

Not sure I understand what you're asking. The VSG is the first part of the DS (the sleeve). If they can't repair the hernia because you don't have enough of a stomach from the sleeve what would they do? Also concerned about your statement about issues consuming proteins. What is causing that issue? How would giving you the DS solve that problem.

Hello,

Posted in the VSG section, but thought I'd post here too....

A year ago I posted that I was having issues with consuming proteins, 12 years after my VSG. After many tries to figure out what's happening, we discovered ulcers in my stomach and esophagus. After a recheck, new discovery of a hiatal hernia (small, but I am feeling so many symptoms from it now). 13 years out, and I'm hearing that I don't have enough of a stomach from my sleeve to repair the hernia, and I should consider the DS. Anyone else experience this? I suppose the bonus is I could lose more weight (initially dropped around 90 lbs, but have gained back 40 in recent years no matter what I did to keep it from happening). Wondering if anyone else out there has battled further, experienced difficulties and now looking at another form of bariatric surgery to help fix things.

Thanks!

My friend who had DS for several months used to smoke recreational marijuana and the effect was really strong. Edibles didn't really help tho.

I'm almost 18 years post-op with the DS. Patty was real close and I'll add a few more observations. First everyone one of us is different even though we all had the same procedure. Each surgeon is different. Most of what you read online will apply for the first 3-5 years. For example, drinking before and after you eat. At 18 years post-op I drink with meals, before and after (well sometimes after I have to be careful).

Will you lose you hair - maybe yes and maybe no. I did but it grew back. With the ups and downs, I wouldn't change a thing.

Honestly it's all about learning how your body handles your new normal - everything will change, and I mean everything. Once you accept the change and embrace it, it becomes your new normal. For example, I know exactly how much protein I need in a given day. At the beginning, I had to learn everything, but once you learn it, it doesn't become a challenge anymore. I used to weigh and measure everything I ate. Don't have to do that anymore because I learned.

I probably spend more than $1k per year on supplements. Over the years my foods have changed from "quantity' to "quality", which costs more because I deserve it. I've had issues with iron deficiency anemia and osteopirosis since my DS. Insurance covers some, but not all. Just something I have to deal with and you may have to as well.

The good news is that I have know quite a few DSers who have gone on to have successful pregnancies and healthy children.

In general, make sure you're happy with the surgeon you select. Learn everything you can and be diligent.