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I chose A Lighter Me for my gastric bypass revision. I originally lost 150 lbs., but gained back approximately 60 pounds after 5 years. After extensive research, I decided to have my revision performed by A Lighter Me. Without a doubt, this was the worst decision of my life. After forking out over $6,000 cash one of the first things I was informed of when I got to Tajuana was that there was no guarantee that I would lose any weight. They don't bother informing you of this prior to payment. Although I have lost about 45 lbs. since the surgery my life has been a living hell. After I awoke from surgery I was told that an additional 2 feet of malabsorption were added. The additional 2 feet of malabsorption causes me to have AT LEAST 5 loose stools a day. I must plan any outings outside of my home to make sure there will be a toilet nearby. If there is not a toilet readily available I risk the chance of incontinence. The urge comes within a matter of minutes. The odor of the stools is unbearable. I was lucky enough to work at home after the surgery, but unfortunately, I was laid-off. I start a new job as a home health nurse tomorrow. I have no idea what type of embarrassment I will face. When I contacted, Dr. Ortiz, about this problem he simply stated, "take Imodium" an over the counter anti-diarrheal. This does not help at all.
If anybody is considering a revision I would seriously reconsider going to A Lighter Me. I now have no social life and have become a hermit.
I am considering having the Duodenal Switch surgery performed by Dr. Ponce in Tijuana, Mexico at the INT Hospital. Any reviews or comments from past patience would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Perry S.
Has anyone heard about or been to Dr. Manuel Garcia Garza in Monterrey, MX? He seems to have all the right credentials, uses a hospital BUT I can't much about him online. I still need to check youtube.
I am PRAYING that they are AWESOME because Dr Wilhelmy is doing my band to sleeve revision on Wednesday 9/13/17. Pre-Op is on Tuesday. Hotel the first night then in a hospital 3 nights.
Great question. I hope to also see the answer.
Congratulations on your journey! I wish you so much success! You are so brave to go through that by yourself, I would definitely want someone to go with me. I applaud you and wish you the best!
You look wonderful! I am having surgery on 11/8/2017 with Dr. Alvarez. I am so excited?
Hello,
Yes, PLEASE keep updating this post! I am considering Beliteweight also! I was worried that I would never be able to find anyone who has actually used them! I have not even finished your post yet..... Just thought I had to throw you out some encouragement really quick to keep posting on your experience! Okay, Im going to finish reading now!!!!! Bye!
Oh, jessica that was an awesome accounting, m'dear!
Thoughtful, concise...Lol...my gosh lady, you even taught us how to cry out in Spanish should we find ourselves in pain after surgery!
(I think you might have missed your calling not becoming a foreign journalist, jessica - Many, many thx!) :D
on 9/10/17 10:47 pm
Has anyone encountered problems filing for short term disability in th US and had the revision weight loss surgery in Mexicali? Any problems? I was going to submit from the day I fly to Mexicali through the next 4-5 weeks. Any input is appreciated.
thank you
TrishR
