Newbie Here and Curious
Thank you for taking the time to respond. They talked to me about the NSAIDS, but I don't take a lot of them. The bigger concern for me was steroid shots I take for my asthma. They said I wouldn't be able to get those unless it was a life or death situation because it could cause problems. I know this is what they told me with the RNY, but am not sure with the sleeve. But, they also seem to think once the weight is off, I won't have such a hard time breathing. Lots to think about.
Thanks again!
Cynthia
You need to ask some VERY pointed questions abut this! This the first I've EVER heard about steroids being a no-no for any surgery type. Don't confuse NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatories) with steroids.
As for not taking 'a lot' NSAIDs---most of us find that as we age, we have a greater need for them. Life's aches and pains, y'know. (*grin*)
Welcome to OH! Both surgeries have pros and cons, and I have seen people have lots of success with each one. No surgery is foolproof, it just gives you a useful tool, but the rest is up to you I had the VSG a little over 6 months ago and have lost 100 pounds. I choose the VSG mostly because I wanted my body to absorb all the nutrients I eat, and I also liked that it was a less complicated procedure.
