Long-ago WLS graduate looking into revision
I'm a bit frustrated and in a lot of pain - but since I am one that really trusts my ortho, I'm going to do what he tells me to see what (if anything) will help.
I had RNY in 2004 and I guess I need to find out what needs to happen at this point....
Thoughts and suggestions are welcomed!
Dee Dee
HW 240/ SW 229/ GW 146/CW 125; OH Support Group Leader
Starting size: 18W-20; Present size: 0 or 2; 5'5-1/2" tall.
Current BMI 20.4 as of 2/13/2013 (normal for the first time in my life).
Goal weight reached on 8/12/2010; As of 1/13/2013, 21 pounds below goal
my doc has suggested to look into lap Band and called a doctor he's referring me to, but since I had RNY should I look to have the FOBI added to it instead? This is just as confusing as it was when I initially was going through surgery.
HW: 410 PLD: 401 SW: 388.8 CW: 240 GW: 180 
How is your health now? Are you able to exercise at all? With the exception of the exercise, have you attempted to go back to square one to see if that helps?
I assume that since you originally chose RNY you felt you wanted or needed malabsorption. I think the band might be a waste of time.
I suggest you contact Dr. Dennis Smith in Marietta regarding a revision if you feel that you have exhausted all of your options regarding getting the bypass to work for you.
HW 240/ SW 229/ GW 146/CW 125; OH Support Group Leader
Starting size: 18W-20; Present size: 0 or 2; 5'5-1/2" tall.
Current BMI 20.4 as of 2/13/2013 (normal for the first time in my life).
Goal weight reached on 8/12/2010; As of 1/13/2013, 21 pounds below goal
HW 240/ SW 229/ GW 146/CW 125; OH Support Group Leader
Starting size: 18W-20; Present size: 0 or 2; 5'5-1/2" tall.
Current BMI 20.4 as of 2/13/2013 (normal for the first time in my life).
Goal weight reached on 8/12/2010; As of 1/13/2013, 21 pounds below goal
I do work out regularly - and am actually a certified fitness instructor. I had to take a leave from that when I was in my wreck last year and I'm just now getting back to the strength I was at prior to that time.
I'm "hoping' That going back to basics will help me to lose - but my thyroid does now play a major factor in all of this. I will be going to the Endo on Monday so just pray that I can find some answers somewhere.
Thank you all for your input - and for those that asked - I'm in McDonough (South of Metro Atlanta).
Dee Dee
My Name is Jeannie and you know that I have a support Group at Henry Medical Center on the 4th Tuesday fo each month. I'm almost 6 years post opp and I'm doing very well for my self.
OH Support Group Leader
RNY 07/27/06
sw358/ cw 175/ qw 175 to 160
I have been blessed with God's Help!
For those in GEORGIA come and join us at PEDMONT HENRY MEDICAL CENTER in the EDUCATIONAL BUILDING in Foundation Board room the 4th TUESDAY of each month at 6:30pm.
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/jeannie4759_group/tab,0/page,1/#my_groups_main:1
