bariatric surgery

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  • 70davis
    70davis Posts: 348 Member
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  • sagetracey
    sagetracey Posts: 607 Member
    I second what everyone else has said about doing the research and also about addressing the reasons why you have become overweight in the first place.

    One thing that has surprised me in these responses is the general lumping of all bariatric/Weight Loss Surgeries into a catchall "surgery". There are actually a range of different bariatric surgical options available from gastric lapband to vertical sleeve and gastric bypass, just to name the main ones. Each surgery has its own pros and cons, risks etc. They cannot be seen as just one surgery.

    What is most encouraging is to see how sensibly this discussion has been presented, both from people who support and people who do not support WLS. No flaming, no vitriol, just good, healthy input based on personal experience. Nice!

    For the record, I have a gastric lapband and have lost 60kg in 13 months. I tried very hard to do this without WLS but was not able to keep the weight off. It works for me (I am not yet at my goal weight), but may not work for everyone.

    I wish everyone the very best with achieving their weight/health goals.
  • boodlelibra
    boodlelibra Posts: 74 Member
    I have considered it but two of the women in my office have had it done, and they are miserable. One has gained back everything and then some, the other is back to being about 75 lbs overweight and is crazy with her food issues - when we go to lunch she orders every dessert so she can have a bite of each (on the company's tab, of course), and she has food hidden all over her office. Neither one addressed WHY they got so big. I'm losing way too slowly but I'm learning new ways to deal with stress and am happier with the voice in my head, even if the scale isn't reflecting the changes I've made yet.

    That being said, my aunt had the sleeve done and looks great and seems very happy. I suppose it depends on where you are mentally.
  • bellygoaway
    bellygoaway Posts: 441 Member
    This is a question I considered as well. At my highest, I was about 390. I dropped 20 pounds over a year by taking a generic weight-loss pill to help with feeling hungry. That was rough as h-e-double hocky sticks. A guy I work with talked about this site. Once I joined and started logging, I was shocked by how much I was eating. Seeing the 4000+ I was eating, it was not hard to cut back. It really does not matter if you have the surgery in the future or not. Your journey starts now. It is your choice, but I would recommend not having it. I am under 350 now. I still have a long way to go, but I am on the way. Good luck. You can do it.
  • Darlingir
    Darlingir Posts: 437
    You have to remember, no matter what you do it will still be a whole new lifestyle change. Even if you have the surgery, you still need to be in control of what you put in your mouth. I have had three girlfriends go through with the surgery. One had many "issues" afterwards including a twisted bowel which nearly killed her. The other one has been sucessful and no "issues" for the last 2.5 yrs. The third one however, did gain all her weight back and then some within 4 yrs. I'm not saying to get it done, and I am not telling you to stay clear of it either. Everyone makes decisions for themselves and should not go by anyone elses comments. I do believe one has to be ready heart, mind, body, and soul to make any serious life changes, It is not just about losing weight, but also the mental/emotional reasonings behind the gaining of weight. Weight loss is a journey that has to be carried out through ones lifetime, not just a quick fix to look/feel good temporarily. In my opinion, if one starts a journey...one should finish it! Best of Luck in your decision, either way...I am here for you!! :smile:

    this.....

    we need a new way our MINDS view and treat food...not just the stomach...that is really such a small part of it
  • mishii2023
    mishii2023 Posts: 4 Member
    Yes yes and yes
  • mishii2023
    mishii2023 Posts: 4 Member
    Morbid obesity then yes+
  • Melwillbehealthy
    Melwillbehealthy Posts: 894 Member
    edited July 2023
    This thread is 11 years old!!
  • BriansTrident
    BriansTrident Posts: 483 Member
    I know 3 people who had the surgery and they all look great. They wish they would have had it years ago. If you have a lot to lose, want a quick jump start and great results then absolutely do it. Especially if the results you are planning on getting from Out of it will change your life.

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