Anyone had VSG for Gastroparesis

According to the research by these gentlemen this has been the "Traditional" diagnosis by the medical profession.  They claim that it CAN be reversed by lowering the blood sugar levels and that the "Damage" is actually temporary and is not in the nerves themselves but due to the neurotransmitters that are being sent to the brain as the result of the higher blood sugar levels.  Having normal blood sugar levels for about 2 weeks seems to reverse the symptoms in the laboratory.  The same seems to be true in the actual studies on HUMANS that have undergone the weight loss surgery.  Read the study.  It is quite fascinating. Hugh.

Thanks Hugh for your reply. I'm not diabetic though. I was diagnosed w/ idiopathic gastroparesis 2 years ago, which simply means they're unsure why I got the disease. Thanks though for getting back to me and for the info.!

In your case there may be some work that can be done on the pyloric valve while they are there to help alleviate some of your problems.  You may want to consult with your surgeon and see what is possible.  Some of these these cases are due simply to damage to the Vagus nerve and others are possibly due to genetic abnormalities.  These were all possibilities that were addressed in the article that I read.  In ANY case, the surgery should help with weight loss.  There is a plus for THAT! 

Thanks Annie for getting back to me so quickly. I haven't felt well so that's why I haven't replied until now. My surgeon has told me that having the sleeve is best for gastroparesis because due to my stomach muscle barely working, when they make the stomach smaller, it won't have to work so hard. (There's other reasons too why the sleeve is just a better option for me) Thanks for the tips on the diet. My letter went out to my insurance yesterday so now it's a waiting game for two weeks or so to see if they'll pay for my surgery. Thanks again for making me feel so welcome. I sure hope I get to have my surgery........I don't know what I'll do if I can't have it. Hope you are doing well. Blessings, Lauren from Mo