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jule R.
on 4/14/23 6:43 am
VSG on 01/31/12 with
Topic: 2011 VSG'ers check in

Hi!

I had the VSG back in 2011. This forum was my savior for a number of years. Life got in the way and I was not on often. I kept the weight off for a good amount of time. 2020 rocked me. Lost a family member and it destroyed me. Gained a lot of weight back. I have recently had a revision surgery (endo-procedure / stapled from inside my stomach) I feel lost. I do not even remember most of the things I did in the beginning. Liquid diet right now.

New surgeon said this is normal. That after about 10 years your stomach goes back to regular size. I am pretty sure it was emotional eating that did it for me, but never the less, here I am. So anyone from 10+ years on here still? And if so, how are you doing?

      

NuvNatil
on 4/13/23 7:37 pm, edited 4/15/23 8:46 am
Topic: RE: Need help to quit vaping before surgery

I totally understand your concern about quitting vaping before surgery. It's great that you quit cigarettes, and it's definitely worth it to quit vaping too. Have you considered trying chewing gum or sucking on hard candy or mints as a substitute for your vape? These could help satisfy your oral fixation without leading to overeating. You could also try drinking water or herbal tea to keep your mouth occupied. I hope this helps! Oh, and by the way, I recently got a new vaporizer from https://www.vaporizerchief.com/ and it's been great! It's definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a new one.

Dr. Guillermo Alvarez
on 4/13/23 7:41 am
Topic: The #AskDrA Show | Ep. 209 | High Blood Pressure and Diabetes, Age Range for WLS & Varicose Vein

Good morning,

Don't forget to check out the new episode of the #AskDrA Show.

You can watch it here: https://youtu.be/m9-94VzwlLU

Regards.

Dr. Alvarez.

farewell2fat
on 4/8/23 10:06 pm, edited 4/9/23 10:09 am - Apopka, FL
Topic: Anyone else have abnormal esophageal motility after sleeve & hernia repair?

Hi, my 27 year old son is 5 weeks out from sleeve surgery & large hernia repair. He's done well with recovery other than some intermittent vomiting after eating. We thought maybe he was eating too much, too fast & not chewing his food thoroughly. It concerned me enough to contact his doctor. I had the sleeve back in 2011 & never remember having vomiting like he's had. His bariatric surgeon ordered an Upper GI with contrast. It shows abnormal esophageal motility & a severe spasm at the GE junction. No reflux or hernia noted. He had significant acid reflux prior to surgery. Doctor is going to do an endoscopy on him next week. I guess the technician/doctor at his upper GI said he had narrowing of the esophagus & would most likely need dilation. But his report reads that his esophagus is normal in caliber? So I'm confused. Has anyone else experienced this? Please help because I'm really worried.

              
E_Saenz
on 4/8/23 5:41 pm - Grand Rapids , MI
VSG on 08/12/15
Topic: RE: Why is my shoulder hurting still??

I am not a doctor but when I had my hiatal hernia repair I had what they called a stricture and my food was not going into my stomach fast enough causing escopgile spasm. Call your Dr they may have to dialate the opening of your hiatus.

Elia Maria Saenz
    

E_Saenz
on 4/8/23 5:40 pm - Grand Rapids , MI
VSG on 08/12/15
Topic: RE: Why is my shoulder hurting still??

I am not a doctor but when I had my hiatal hernia repair I had what they called a stricture and my food was not going into my stomach fast enough causing escopgile spasm. Call your Dr they may have to dialate the opening of your hiatus.

Elia Maria Saenz
    

Dr. Guillermo Alvarez
on 4/4/23 8:16 am
Topic: 5 Things to Help you get Ready for Surgery | Gastric Sleeve Surgery | Questions & Answers

Good morning,

Don't forget to check out the new episode of our Q&A section.

You can watch it here: https://youtu.be/fvUtYDnKbNo

Regards
Dr. Alvarez

Andbla
on 4/1/23 6:11 pm
VSG on 03/27/23
Topic: Why is my shoulder hurting still??

I had VSG 3/27/23 with hiatal hernia repair. My left shoulder hurts up into my neck bad any time I get air in my esophagus. Sometimes it just aches. Will it ever stop? The other surgery pains are diminishing pretty fast and I feel weak but ok otherwise. Is this normal?

Tawanda76
on 4/1/23 5:01 pm
Topic: RE: The #AskDrA Show | Episode 208 | Headaches, Birth Control & Fiber Supplements

I just learned that my surgeon used a 60 mm bougie for my sleeve and I noticed around 3 1/2 months my restriction was not the greatest. My surgery weight was 225 and I am 204 now 6 months post-op. Could this be the reason my loss is slow?

Brandi_L_Moran
on 3/23/23 4:28 am, edited 3/28/23 9:28 am
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