Different Opinions about Weight Loss Surgery

What does RH stand for and what is this ring around your stomach that you are speaking of?

Rh is reactive hypoglycemia, which can be a complication with RNY surgery. The ring around my stoma was a prolene mesh band which was used to prevent the stoma from stretching. It's sometimes called the Capella method. It functions like a combination RNY with a vbg. For me, it caused constant vomiting which led to esophageal erosion. That's why my revision was approved.

Oh. I have reactive hypoglycemia too. they tried to tell me that it was dumping syndrome because they didn't want the negetive stigma..  I was like, um... I have experienced dumping syndrome and it is NOT the same thing.

sorry to hear about your constant vomiting. that sounds awful. I am glad that you got it taken care of though.

I agree. Maybe it is the newness is general as a stand alone surgery,or the lack of people very far out on these boards, but sleevers seem to consider themselveor and each other to be vets pretty darn early IMO.. I get people less far out than I am trying to tell me how I am messing up sometimes. I just roll my eyes and laugh, secure in the knowledge that none of the sleevers I know are far enough out to have dealt with the long term stuff yet.

That being said, coming up on three years maintenance is still a breeze and I still love my sleeve.. And I am still waiting for things to change up on me..

I am 3 years post op RNY.  Having trouble gaining weight. Reading this makes me stop worrying about that part because I am at that time where I am suppose to start putting it back on I guess. I just want to make a comment that everyone's body is different, and will react differently to each surgery... 
I still get nauseated all the time. I am hypoglycemic. I feel so run down and exhausted all the time. I have anemia. My hair is very thin. I look like I am 85 when I'm naked.. ( that part makes me laugh. The skin doesn't really bother me... I just wish I could wear a tank top without showing off my wings lol) I can't get the protein in that I should be. I was told not to do cardio because they don't want me to lose anymore weight. Eat more calories they say. The problem is that when I try to I get nauseated. I can't tolerate dairy well. I started eating these protein bars but they have so much sugar in them that I can only tolerate half of one at a time. Help me old timers.

Lactose intolerance is a real problem for lots of WLS patients. Try changing to lacto-free milk and doing protein shots rather than big shakes.  I can strongly recommend Champion Pure Whey stack cookies and cream NOM! Also I find that making really hearty broths is the answer when your gut is the size of a mouses ear.  Also you can pack some serious protein in there.  I boiled down two chickens and a garden of veg and blended half and left the other half rustic.  It tasted amazing and lasted 5 days of constant grazing.

Currently I've boiled down two smoked ham hocs and made the best country bean soup.  Once again totally loaded with protein and slow release carbs.  Good for hypoglycemia.

Some artificial sweeteners play havoc with DS guts so be mindful of the sweetened products you are eating. If you have room for a diet drink then swap it for a protein shot. You will need a serious amount to get you back on track nutritionally. Also make damn sure you're getting in vitamins A, E, D,K and minerals copper, zinc, selenium, iron and calcium.  You don't need as high a dose as DSers but you need a significant daily dose.

Speak to Michelle and get some advice.
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Thanks for the info. I appreciate it. I will check out Protein shots. Hopefully I can stomach them. I ate some mixture of black beans, grilled chicken, light sour cream, low fat cheese, rice and lettuce tonight with hot sauce. Had a few tortilla chips with it and a tiny bit of guacamole. Sounds like a lot, but I didn't get too many bites in. It tasted really good though and I didn't get very sick. A little bit, but not as bad as other times. Anyhoo that was packed with protien and I am proud of myself. Had a little chocolate for dessert an hour later. mmm.

I take double dose of Multi Vitamins along with Iron, C, D, Calcium, Biotin and 2 B12 shots a month. I don't get nearly as many calcium and Vitamin D in as I should be. I think I need to up the dose of Iron too. Thinking about buying some prenatal vitamins. Those are like vitamins on steroids. Someone suggested it would be a good idea, at least for a little while.

I will also check out your cookies and cream stuff.
I have a big problem with leftovers. I can't eat the same meal more then twice in a couple of days. I need variety. can't graze on the same stuff for 5 days.. I will wind up not eating, or eating things without protein.

Sweetie, if you are having trouble keeping on weight, why are you eating light sour cream and low fat cheese?  Eat the real stuff!  I second Kirmy's recommendation of Champion protein powder, they are all really tasty.  I like to do the chocolate powder with some espresso powder, and have a protein mocha every morning!  If you can, try to get ahold of Vitalady- she can help you look at your labs and figure out your vitamins.  I had a huge problem with leftovers the first year or so, but now I've learned to freeze them in individual servings, which really helps me switch it up and keep variety without being wasteful.  Best of luck to you, and take care!

ETA:  My boyfriend had the same surgeon as you, about 6 weeks earlier!  Small world, huh? :)

very small world. I like your idea about freezing stuff. Sometimes I do that but most of the time I don't think about it. I gotta try doing that more often.

I don't eat the full fat sour cream because it makes me sick.

Have they ruled out a stricture or other physical reasons for the nausea? 

Has your doctor prescribed anything for it?  Just telling you to eat more when you feel like you're going to vomit just strikes me as ludicrous.

When I was a new post op, my surgeon wrote a prescription for Phenergan just in case I had issues with the nausea.  I hope you get some relief soon.