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I had a vertical banded gastroplasty over 13 years ago and have always had vomiting and acid reflux. I had a scope done last year to see what was up and was told that I had a hiatal hernia and band erosion that was moving into the stomach and that I was not a candidate for revision surgery. The surgeon' only concern was that I would probably regain the weight if I wasn't mindful.
He really didn't answer my question about complications from the band eroding. Made it sound like it wasn't an issue. I tired looking online periodically band erosion complications in a VBG and have never found anything. Only info on lab band erosion complications.
Does anyone know what, if any, complications there are with an eroding band in VBG besides weight gain? Asking because vomiting and reflux has increased this year.
Hi Thanks, I really do dislike Bullies, and there are so many people who are "Adult Bullies". We all have earned the right and deserve the right to make our own choices.
Hugs,
Suzanne
Eugene, OR
Dr. Aceves
10/21/2008
Start lbs 225
Now 120
Thank You for posting. There is alot of wisdom in those words.
I am so sorry to hear that!!! I am 2 weeks out and PRAISE GOD completely issue free... no throw ups no pain... since the band was removed... no reflux... I did feel VERY FULL after drinking a cup of soup (twice) and forgot my new small pouch and drank water too fast... that was unpleasant.... but so far... so good! I pray you feel better soon!
Hi All
I am fairly new here, but I see sooo much good information, that I thought someone might know the answer to my questions.
Here is a brief synopsis of my situation: I finally (after much contemplation) decided to have the sleeve surgery. Around the time I decided my husband lost his job and his health insurance. That was 15 months ago. He just got a job offer. They told him the health insurance was United Health High Deductible health plan.
Does anyone know anything about this and how it might relate to sleeve surgery? I don't know the specific plan yet, as he has to be employed by the company for 90 days before he gets the health insurance. Does anyone think if I call United Health they might have some more insight and information?
It took me so long to make this large decision. I've waited so long to have health insurance again. I am anxious to get the ball rolling but would like more info. Anything anyone can tell me would be helpful
Thanks!
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DATE: Nov. 3rd
TIME: 5pm - midnight??
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HW:242 Start of Preop Diet: 217 SW:200 CW:116.8 GW: 115; SOCAL MEETUPS GROUP!: http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/socalhallo2012/
