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Here's a summary of what my surgeon told me, and the research I did. However, that was two years ago, and in the meantime there is probably new research that your surgeon can advise you about. But here are some of the types of things you will want to consider.
What's best for you will probably depend mostly on any other medical conditions you have, and how much weight you need to lose. For example, if you have acid reflux, it may get worse with VSG, so RNY may be a better choice. If you are diabetic or pre-diabetic, RNY may be better than VSG. If you have a very high BMI, you may be better off with DS.
For people who don't have conditions like that, VSG is typically recommended. It is the least likely to affect vitamin absorption or cause digestive problems. If needed, it can be revised to RNY. The difference in weight loss between VSG and RNY is minor; the amount you lose will depend mostly on you.
In my own situation, my BMI was 46. I was leaning toward RNY because I thought it might help me lose more weight. However, my surgeon suggested I consider VSG instead, because it was the least likely to affect my quality of life. I'm mathematically savvy, and when I read the research papers I concluded that the slightly higher weight loss that RNY patients reported wasn't really significant. So I ended up choosing VSG. My BMI is normal now. I'm still losing, because I want a bit of a "safety buffer".
Whatever surgery you choose, best of luck to you!
I am considering all of my options and want to know why you chose VSG vs RNY or DS. Any help is greatly appreciated!
It's been a little while since I've posted. What a ride it's been! Ironically, I put off having VSG the first time because I was convinced I was going to have to flee the country after my last election, and that my food choices would be limited. How bizarre to be in a pandemic, confined to my house basically, with limits on what food I can obtain! :D In all seriousness, I'm doing pretty well. I had to have my gallbladder removed last week, semi-urgently which was an adventure, but I'm doing well. I'm down over 100lbs in just over 6 months, which is surprising but awesome. I hope everyone is doing well!
it's on this site. Just look at the threads under RNY. The menu threads are always titled something like "What's on your Tuesday Menu, RNY'ers?". People get on there to post their daily menus. There are a lot of "regulars", many of us a year or more out. Some have been on for years I've found them to be very supportive - and a lot of us have become friends. We "talk" about more than just our menus!
I would be interested in this as well
Please give me more information about this group
I have also fallen off the wagon and have been so sad. I've lost about 60 pounds since my sleeve two years ago but haven't been able to get down I am looking for support and to get back on track
Thank you for that thought. When things return to normal, I will likely do a follow up with my doctor. An allergy to meats will be sad for me.
*Weight lost in 11 months
You've already consulted a doctor, but here's something they might not have thought about: You could have developed an allergy to meat. One possible cause of this is a tick bite (https://acaai.org/allergies/types/food-allergies/types-food- allergy/meat-allergy). You can get a tick bite without knowing it. Early on, the only reaction might be digestive discomfort, but be on the lookout for hives or respiratory symptoms.
