I cant decide between revision or reversal

cindylu777
on 12/31/09 3:42 am - Downers Grove, IL
Had MGB over 8 years ago. Hit my goal wieght within a year ans contiuned to lose. I am 5"7 and about 122lbs. I have had issues with bile reflux on and off for about 3 years. It seems to be getting progessively worse. Waking up at night aspirating bile is the most frightening experience I have ever had. I have come very close to dialing 911 because you literally feel like you are going to die
from the pain and breathing restrictions. I have seen a bariatric surgeon in my area and he strongly
suggests a revision or reversal. My question is, do you gain all your weight back after a reversal ??
The revision seem to be a complicated procedure and I do not want to lose any more weight. My friends and family are already concerned enough. I am really leaing towards reversing this ongoing nightmare. At least I could sleep at night then.
shoutjoy
on 1/1/10 8:50 pm - Culpeper, VA
Hi,

If I were you, I would call Dr. Rutledge on his cell phone (http://clos.net) and get his opinion.  Don't leave a message.  Just call until he answers per his staff. He is the master of this procedure and he may have some suggestions for you.  I would be a little nervous taking the advice from a surgeon who is not familiar with this procedure.  And, yes, if you were to get a reversal, you would probably gain it back unless you have established a very healthy and strong relationship with food and healthy eating habits.

Clueless about weight loss and weight loss surgery of any kind.

    

        
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