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has anyone had there procedure considered a failure?
If so what were you told?
Were there any options your doctor had for you? and if so what were they?

My Gp told me about getting a revision( if that is the term) done. They go in thru the throat and add a few more stitches to your stomach.

Has any one heard of this or had it done?

I have had medical problems unrelated to the surgery and the med have made me gain 1/2 my weight back and I am on my way to getting all my medical problems back that the gastric bypass cured
1- High BP
2- high Cholesterol
3- back pains
4-arthritis
5 the most worrisome that made my decision easy to have the surgery Diabetes

Jordyn,

I'm sorry to hear about the problems you are having. Don't let this get you down, I know that is easier said than done.  Make sure that you post this on the main message board, you might have a better response and get some answers that will help you. 

Take care,
Loni

Thank you

I did on 3 boards. main Revision, and DS

Hi,

There are some new procedures, where the stomach is reduced in size in a procedure that is accessed via the throat.  I recall watching the procedure on the TV show "Big Medicine".  

Of course, making your stomach smaller might not be the only answer for your current situation.  Given your new meds, it would be wise to consult a nutritionist and determine if there are some diet changes that you should be undertaking, to counteract the side effects of your medications.

My boyfriend is on medications that commonly have weight-gain as a side effect, but by changing his diet to a high fibre / low sugar diet and adding daily exercise, he has been able to beat the odds and refrain from gaining weight.   Only a professional can give you advice that is specific to your medications.  Ask your physician for a referral to a registered dietician or nutritionist.   (I'm in Canada, so I don't know your medical referral processes in the States)

Best wishes and remember that support and encouragement are always available here !

Karen G

Thank you

I used to what Big medicine. I did not know it was still on. I will look into it it. I like that show.

I am not taking those meds for the past 5 months. I have actuaslly been ysken off 3 meds and I have not added any new ones. I have tried all you mentionrded no luck

Thanks again.