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Post by Leonie on Sept 26, 2013 14:33:24 GMT -5
My Mom is beginning to considr getting the VSG?
On one condition: She does not want to have gas like I do with my DS! I guess I am really bad because it is a total deal breaker for her.
She needs to lose about fifty pounds. She has been a lifelong yo-yo dieter. No diabetes, a bit of osteoporosis and knee degeneration. At 66 the diets no longer work and she is looking at my success with despair. The DS is not an option locally and she is not ready to travel. She is a very good dieter, but loves a glass of wine with her very healthy dinner.
So, do you think the VSG is a good option for her, and would she have gas issues?
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Post by Deleted on Sept 26, 2013 15:14:50 GMT -5
After she heals up, it shouldn't be too much of a problem. During the recovery/healing/stabilization phase all bets are off.
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Post by msbatt on Sept 26, 2013 16:32:25 GMT -5
It's the malabsorption that causes the change in the odor of our gas. Mine smells much like whatever I ate the day before.
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Post by tina9999 on Sept 26, 2013 16:51:09 GMT -5
My dad had the VSG 2 years ago. He doesn't have any more problems in that area than he did before.
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Post by kennyk on Sept 28, 2013 6:55:47 GMT -5
At 50 pounds would you really consider DS without having comorbidities? Not me. Not a prayer n the world. Not with less than 100 pounds. Not without some basic comorbidities. Just my opinion. K Ps, you would also need to be tall enough for a tilt-a-wheel ride and know all your letters and animal sounds before ANY WLS, but what do I know?
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Post by Girlrocker on Sept 28, 2013 8:08:19 GMT -5
As Msbatt said, the gas is related to the malabsorption component of the DS. In the healing phase of a GI-related bariatric surgery, she will likely experience some gas and potty problems, but they will go away.
If mom has 50 lbs to lose, is healthy otherwise, a VSG might be a good route for her. The bigger, more comprehensive question in pursuing any bariatric surgery is what health/behavior issues contribute to her weight, does she have metabolic problems, compulsive/emotional eating/carb addiction issues, portion control. For many people, it's just about portion control, and if that's the case, I think she has a good chance at being successful with the VSG. To me, that's why in theory, the lapband seemed like such a great option, a 'non-invasive' reversible procedure for lower weight losses or those who just had portion control issues. The sleeve is gaining in popularity for these same reasons, a better, long-term fix, minus the malabsortpion component, and minus the horror potential a lapband can wreak.
But it still IS a bariatric surgery, which means there is also a potential for complications of any kind, and she needs to fully understand that as well.
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Post by BrooklynVSGer on Oct 14, 2013 22:08:57 GMT -5
1 month post op and I have to say I'm gassy. But it's not "smelly" I was rippin' em all day at work today and no one knew ! ( silent and not so deadly) but I'm very happy so far down 37 lbs in month 1 and I feel great and I still have a ways to go. What made me get the sleeve over bypass was that it seemed less scary to me and I didn't want to worry about dumping syndrome. I have to say I'm faced with regular food every day and nothing phases me. I eat the foods that are good for me and am so happy to eat them it's like something finally clicked. I see the progress and I don't want to pick up anything unhealthy for me or anything that serves me no nutrition because I never want to be where I was. I think if she wants to lose 50 lbs and improve her help the vsg is a good option. I wish I only needed to lose 50 lbs. good luck to your mommy
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Post by PrettyGirlBounce on Oct 14, 2013 23:23:17 GMT -5
As Msbatt said, the gas is related to the malabsorption component of the DS. In the healing phase of a GI-related bariatric surgery, she will likely experience some gas and potty problems, but they will go away. If mom has 50 lbs to lose, is healthy otherwise, a VSG might be a good route for her. The bigger, more comprehensive question in pursuing any bariatric surgery is what health/behavior issues contribute to her weight, does she have metabolic problems, compulsive/emotional eating/carb addiction issues, portion control. For many people, it's just about portion control, and if that's the case, I think she has a good chance at being successful with the VSG. To me, that's why in theory, the lapband seemed like such a great option, a 'non-invasive' reversible procedure for lower weight losses or those who just had portion control issues. The sleeve is gaining in popularity for these same reasons, a better, long-term fix, minus the malabsortpion component, and minus the horror potential a lapband can wreak. But it still IS a bariatric surgery, which means there is also a potential for complications of any kind, and she needs to fully understand that as well. I agree 100% with Sharyl. Given the facts, the sleeve may be a perfect fit. Edited to delete random irrelevant comments 'cause I'm a dork! Lol
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Post by Leonie on Oct 15, 2013 0:11:23 GMT -5
My poor Mom, she is on yet another diet. Some package deal with supplements, appetite suppressants, and a strictly controlled meal plan.
I am concerned that she has become very metabolically resistant. She has been on the latest program for six days, and not lost an ounce.
I am going to send her a copy of this thread. Thank you for all the good input.
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Post by joatsaint on Oct 20, 2013 20:57:00 GMT -5
I am 10 months out and still have tremendous gas.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 20, 2013 21:11:19 GMT -5
With the VSG my gas was directly related to protein shakes, and to a smaller extent I think to a change in gut flora from going to a lower carb high fat diet. I prefer eating higher fat vs higher carb, so now when I do go off and have some pizza or whatnot, I get gut bloat to beat the band.. and pass it eventually, but it takes a while. I think our flora adapts to the food we intake, and when you focus on fat and moderate protein then add a nice big bolus of yummy simple carbs- the bloat is a natural side effect. Beer and pizza is the fastest way I can think of to look 6mo preggers..
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Post by johndean on Nov 17, 2015 7:40:45 GMT -5
i don t know what to say. maybe you cand find somewhere a cheap gastric sleeve.
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Post by jpcello on Nov 18, 2015 7:03:11 GMT -5
i don t know what to say. maybe you cand find somewhere a cheap plastic sleeve. Not sure what you have to say considering you responded to a post from 3 years ago.
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Post by caprice on Nov 18, 2015 22:49:52 GMT -5
i don t know what to say. maybe you cand find somewhere a cheap gastric sleeve. Ah, linking to flaccid way here, too
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