Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group

Gastric bypass (GBP) is any of a group of similar operative procedures used to treat morbid obesity, a condition which arises from severe accumulation of excess weight in the form of fatty tissue, and the health problems ("co-morbidities") which result. If you are considering gastric bypass or have had it, join the community where we share our experiences and find support.

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Sleep Apnea

Amber1968
Amber1968
I had originally taken my sleep study and was told that I had mild apnea, but not bad enough for a CPAP. Today, I received a call from the sleep institute telling me that was incorrect. I have to go back for another study WITH the CPAP this time. They say I stop breathing an average of 6 times per hour with the longest being for 39 seconds. Has anyone had this experience? I was told that my surgeon won't even schedule surgery until I get my own CPAP. Will this improve after losing some weight? I'm just disappointed as I don't want to have to wear that mask.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Newly diagnosed mild - moderate sleep apnea. I had my first test in October, 9 times per hour so I went back for a 2nd study with mask last Thursday night. It was a bit awkward but I did have a good sleep. It looked like I had a face-lift , no bags under my eyes! The only thing I did not realize was that I have to be using the mask at home for at least 6-8 weeks before surgery. A minor setback in my mind as I have all my other clearances. I truly believe everything happens for a reason and look forward to the day when I can say "I don't need that anymore either!" Good luck. Oh and I brought my own pillow which helped me.
Boo1962
Boo1962
I have Moderate Sleep Apnea. I am on a bi pap, the mask that goes over your nose and mouth.

I hated it, but now I like it!! I use it every night. I guess the procedure for my hospital for people that have Gastric Bypass surgery and Sleep Apnea, is that I stay in the ICU the 1st night, just procedure.

Then my 2nd night, in a regular room.

I also have been told that once I lose weight, I may be able to get rid of it.

I'm on oxygen at night, 2 liters...so I just hook my O2 into my bi pap machine , and I'm all set!

Very important to use the machine!! Your heart is not at rest, if you stop breathing at night, so you need to let your heart rest, and get in that deep REM sleep!

Boo

Boo