i think the choice is up to you and the doctors.before your appt sit down with a pieces of paper and write down all the pros and cons for each type.then look at the list and see which surgery suits your needs best.i had the rny done and i am glad i chose that one.i also had a young child at home and did not have any problems with it.i personally chose rny because i liked the restrictions that were needed but having said that which ever you choose it is only a tool to help you lose weight.it is up to you to make either work and continue to work for you.

welcome to the group and hope to see you at the meet and greets

sondra aka newfie

I believe you cannot take anti-inflammatory meds if you have a bypass,  Since you already have diagnosed osteoarthritis, the sleeve may be a better choice for that reason.  Please be sure the surgeon is aware of that when helping you make a decision.

I had the sleeve and am extremely happy with it. The anatomy and function of the stomach stays the same, it's just much, much smaller. I have not found anything that I am unable to eat (now 19 months out from surgery).  I have no trouble taking Advil, etc.

I am meeting with the team at Victoria Hospital at the end of the month to hopefully schedule a date for surgery.  The trouble is, I still can't decide which one is best for me.  (Bypass or Sleeve) I am 50, have Osteoarthritis, Fibromyalgia, and I'm having knee replacement surgery in November. I have a 7 year old and I work from home. 

What did you base your decision on and do you regret it, are you happy with it, what can you tell me to help me make my decision?  I am so torn and just don't know what way to go.

Thank you for the compliment, I do what I can.

Sondra has been doing  much more - I'm just a newcomer.