Hi, i had VSG on 6/11/18 and had so many complications. I was converted to a RNY on 8/20/18. I was in the hospital off and on for 27 days. First my stomach twisted. Imagine wringing water from a washcloth. Well that is what my stomach did. Dr. went back in and repaired that. Next i developed a stricture mid stomach. Tried dilation then a stent. The stent was awful. I could not keep it in for more than a week. Once the stent was removed, i was converted. Its been a little over 2 weeks now. I'm not sure of how i feel. I was 274 and I am now 208. Even with the weightloss, I can not really say if I do or don't regret this surgery. I researched VSG for 4 years before deciding to go with it. I don't know as much about RNY but I am learning.

Thank you so much for responding to my post; it is so helpful to know we aren't alone in this! Please accept my condolences on the passing of your friend. If you ever want to talk, feel free to message me.

It sounds like we both have similar things to work through. I used to take Abilify, but gained a lot of weight. I was on Parnate until May, but it caused me to develop Orthostatic Hypotension (basically, I'd stand up, get dizzy, and pass out). I'm currently on Vyvanse and it does give me a boost in the morning; it hasn't really helped with nighttime eating. I also take Klonopin as needed for anxiety.

My original surgeon for for my sleeve, was a jerk. At a follow up he told me I was a failure and wrote me off. Fast forward two years and my gynecologist asked me to meet with another Bariatric surgeon. Reluctantly I agreed. However, the doctor who did my revision is fabulous. She understood my needs and continues to do what she can to make me successful. Getting the revision was the best decision ever. I don't regret it one bit. If I can curb my eating at night, things would be great.

I hope you meet a surgeon that will listen and help you achieve your goals. You've got this!

What happened?

Will doctors not allow you to have revision without something being physically wrong?

I can completely relate! And my best friend also committed suicide. It's been such a struggle the past two years, I had RNY March 2012. Nighttime eating is when I don't feel judged or watched and it comforts me like nothing else can. I was also given abilify for my Bipolar disorder a little over a year ago. It caused me to graze nonstop, I made mistakes, but compulsive eating is linked to this med. I am trying to get an appt with a bariatric surgeon in the new state I live in. I really want the switch, this weight gain of 70lbs is Killibg me. I also had a full hysterectomy 3 years ago and we can't seem to get my hormones right. I'm desperate for something