Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums

Hey everyone! Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas! I am still researching weight loss surgery and wondered about the following... Just curious about the loose skin after having lost so much weight. I know there is a tummy tuck that is normally covered. Has anyone heard of other areas being covered; such as the arms and legs? Is there such a procedure for the arms and legs to remove excess skin? I have quite a bit of weight to loose and know most areas will need some form of "tuck" attention. Thanks for reading this and providing your stories of experience. Take care. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I am out 5 yrs from my r n y gastric bypass, I have been sick off and on for a while now. I have gained weight due to grazing and not being able to exercise and I think I have enlarged my pouch(stomach). Any suggestions or tips to get back on track?! I am so mad at myself for letting this happen. Sent from my KFTBWI using the BariatricPal App

I am one year post op and have lost 155 pounds. I feel great and generally have not had any major problems. Last night about 9pm I drank a Protein shake and my stomach just started hurting. I took some chewable gas x and that got me burping, but did not get rid of pain. I did eventually fall asleep, but still had pain at 2am. Tried a protonix and woke up this morning with no pain, just tired. As soon as I took my morning meds with a little Water, pain came back. My morning meds include a protonix, so it receded fairly quickly. I also took an extra for good measure. I did eat about 2 cups of raw veggies yesterday. Could this be the cause? Any help or insight woul…

Hey guys, Got my date for the bypass- 4/4/17. Cant wait until I have this change, my eating is killing me. Anyway, just two things: 1. Any advice for those going into bypass op? 2. What do you think I could try to not eat so much until I go on to the pre op diet? I feel like a whale- christmas and all, so much food. I laugh about it, but deep down, its appalling- knocking back all these delicious morsels. Hope u all have had a nice xmas! Kind regards, Ashley Menhennett Sent from my SM-N920I using the BariatricPal App

anyone else have this great day scheduled? are u nervous? anxious? scared? Sent from my iPhone

I have the stomach flu and I cannot vomit! Both of my kids had a 24 hour stomach bug this week and I guess it's my turn. I'm 8 months post op rny and this is my first time sick. I'm going through all the motions... uncontrolled heaving,gagging, the whole mess....but not one time has any vomit came up. Anyone else experience trouble vomiting post op??? Sent from my SM-G930R4 using the BariatricPal App

What can I do to speed up Weightloss????? I only do 10-15min of exercise per day!!! I'm thinking about signing up at a gym?? What do you guys suggest?? So far I have lost 94lbs total 70 prior to surgery and the 24 lbs after surgery!! Thanks in advance!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

1st of all i want to wish each and every last one of my BariatricPal bro's & sis's a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! I had my surgery in Tijuana Mexico 12/15/16, ive had absolutely no complications! I threw up last night Christmas Eve because the broth That my mother-in-law gave me off her chicken for todays dinner was too greesy bot ooooohhhh soooo delicious , it came up out my mouth &nose! HONESTLY my weight loss has been slower than ive been reading on other patients post but oh well any loss is better than any gain! I picked up 7lbs in the hospital from swelling & IV Fluids, lost that plus bout 5 or 6 more, so its slow motion but im dealing with it…

Omg I've been trying the premier Protein powder and it sucks. I've tried it with milk and Water and its still no good. The flavor is horrible. The consistency is way to thick even with extra fluids added. I don't know I can't get it to taste right. Its awful. The Protein shakes are awesome but the powder is horrible. Any suggestions? Sent from my 6045O using the BariatricPal App

I'm 4 days post op and having the worst recovery!! The gas pain is tolerable today but my brain is foggy and I'm having dizzy spells. I'm having trouble concentrating, feeling feverish(no actual fever though) hot/cold flashes and headache as well. I'm trying to keep hydrated thinking that may have been it but nothing seems to help. The only other thing I'm thinking is the fact that I was under anesthesia for 2.5 hours. I've never been under that long before. Has anyone else had a similar experience? I'm seeing my doctor on Tuesday but if I could have some piece of mind before that I would be very appreciative. Lapband revision to gastric bypass on 12-14-2016 …

Hi I'm getting panic attacks and I'm wondering if anyone else is too? I think it might be vitamin related. Here is my story, so far. I had one panic attack when I was heavy in 2005 or so. I had surgery in 2007, I was a model patient and got below my goal weight. I went through a divorce and by 2010 I was alone. I started going out with friends and not eating right, not taking vitamins, drinking alcohol, etc. I had my second panic attach in 2012. I felt my heart racing and was convinced I was having a heart attack and that just spiraled into a full blown panic attack. I went to the ER, nothing was the matter with my heart, in fact it wasn't racing at all, it was no…

Hi, I'm Mindy, and are scheduled to have surgery on Dec. 12th, just trying to meet my other pals! Mindy

Does anyone have any advice or tricks to reduce stomach bloating? Not feeling too well :/ Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi there. Ok 2 months out from RNY. I have followed every rule to a t. I'm down 49.5 pounds. Up until 2 days ago I would say textbook and going great. All the sudden 2-3 days ago I started having pain in my tummy. Constant contracted pain. It's a dull pain not to bad unless I try to eat. Everything I eat bothers my tummy. I can drink milk ok and Water but that's it. Any thoughts? My first issue I don't want to over react. Thought someone here could maybe help. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So after being on my preliquid diet for seven days and just about to get ready to start my full liquid diet, my insurance tells me that the center where I'm having my surgery is not a blue point facility so it won't be approved. I am livid. I called my drs office and they call the insurance company and they say that's bs we have it on record that you told us this facility was approved and that it did not have to be a blue point facility. So now my surgeon and office manager are trying to get in contact with the medical director over the insurance to figure something out. I don't know what to do all I feel is anger and like eating. I ask them should I continue my liquid d…

Hi Everyone, I had Gastric Bypass January 13, 2016. I have officially lost 128lbs. for the past few months my weight loss has slowed to a crawl. I was losing way more weight before now it just seems like a few pounds here and there. My goal is so close I only have 30lbs more to go. Any one have any suggestions to help bump the last few lbs away. I work out 5 days a week for 1 hour. I eat really good. Just dont understand why its so hard to lose the last little bit. Any suggestions are much appreciated. Thanks

Has anyone started their Protein shakes during the clear phase? I'm on day 5 post op and am wondering if it'd be okay to drink my Protein shake. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I caught a wicked cold. My surgery date is 12/21. I have been doing all kinds of cold meds and Neti pots but today I still feel terrible. If I don't get my surgery on Wednesday it may be postponed until February. That would make this a $5,000 cold (new deductible). Did anyone else have a cold and still get their surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm on my 12th week post surgery and we usually have peorogies for Christmas eve and that's it. Is it too soon for the dough? Should I just stick to the insides (potatoes) Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

About a month ago I started having abdominal pain. I thought it was another bout of diverticulitis. Years ago I was hospitalized for it and have had several recurrences. My GP put me in Cipro. The pain seemed to go away but came back before two weeks was up. I returned and he prescribed Cipro & Flagyl and ordered CT scans. He told me the scans came back suggesting I had a rare condition in adults called intussusception, which means the intestine telescopes on itself. At the time I had no idea it was related to my RNY gastic bypass surgery. I went to a local surgeon for a consultation. He didn't think the CT scans looked like intussusception, so he wanted me to have a …

How did you experience this? Did you pick up weight initially? My daily intake is still under 800 calories but I am still picking up as I introduce soft foods (veggies, eggs etc) Any hints, tips or insight as to why ones weight could jump up as foods are introduced and did it rectify itself? Sent from my SM-G900F using the BariatricPal App

I had a bypass on 11/29 and I've been shocked at how slowly my recovery is going, compared to the other major abdominal surgeries I've had in the past. I am still having a lot of soreness, and trying to transition to more solid foods has been a nightmare. Is anyone else still having pain, especially with eating/ drinking? Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

I got my call today from the scheduler stating thaI am thinking what a wonderful Christmas present I am am about to receive this year 22, wahoo I am so excited this has been a long road and and longer road to go. I have done very well thus far I have had losses every month except for last month I gained one pound I was very upset about it but the RN stated it was only 1 pound no big deal and told me to just stick with it. Congrats for all the others that are having their surgeries set i start my Protein shakes in three weeks and I feel this is going to be the hardest thing for me because i love food so much so this will surely be a challenge for me and I have already st…

Does anyone have any tips or advice on how to speed up the weight loss with gastric bypass? If so, please feel free to share with me! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Waiting to check in. Trying not to freak out. Sent from my SM-G935T using the BariatricPal App

Saturday started my first "sickness" since RNY surgery on 11/7. It started as a sore throat, runny nose and head cold ...then the diarrhea started. Three days of GAS and diarrhea every time I put anything in my stomach!!! My bottom was sooo sore!! today is day 4 and the diarrhea has eased off, but now it has moved to my chest. Any advise on medicine, treatments, suggestions, ideas or experiences of being sick after bypass. I just got back from family dr and she gave me liquid zpack and cough medicine.

I have been diagnosed with interstitial cystitis for about 8 months now. I have been overweight all my life and I wonder if these things are related in any way? In your experience has anyone who had GBP also noticed a decrease or increase of symptoms? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have been diagnosed with interstitial cystitis for about 8 months now. I have been overweight all my life and I wonder if these things are related in any way? In your experience has anyone who had GBP also noticed a decrease or increase of IC symptoms? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi, I'm Lynyrd and I'm new to this community. I have been struggling with my weight my entire life. I would love to have a friend that is going through the same thing...is anyone interested in becoming friends?! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm really considering keeping my whole surgery a secret from everyone except my partner ( who is supportive ). I have a lot of feelings of embarrassment and shame about Bariatric surgery because I was very active in the fat acceptance and the health at every size communities in the past. I still believe that fat people can be active and healthy and definitely that fat people have innate worth. But I want to lose weight none the less. I want this surgery and I want to feel comfortable and appropriate in my own body. I want to be lighter and smaller for health and other reasons. But there is a stigma to this surgery. Have you experienced any negative feedback from pe…

Currently waiting to go down for my bypass. Scared but excited. Praying it goes ok cos I've got lots of health problems. Good luck to anyone else going through this too. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So I been suffering for the last few weeks. I believe I have a stricture but my dr does not deal with them so I was referred to her partner. I was suppose to see him on Tuesday but after sitting in the office for 2 hrs my husband was called to work and I had to reschedule for tomorrow. In the mean time I'm surviving on Water and water alone. Last night I had a bad episode of heartburn so I toke my omeprazole and just laid in bed till I passed out at 3 am. Well around 5 this morning I woke up choking and vomited all over myself and my bed. I was home alone as my husband works third shift. I had a major break down. I ended up having to strip my bed and wash sheets a…

Just don't know what to do with myself... restless, uncomfortable... tired but can't sleep mainly because I'm a tummy sleeper so last few days I've just dozed. Dunno what's normal. Feeling scared, regretful even. Arghh... Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Hello everyone I am scheduled for the 21st. Any advice for the day of the surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

For those of you who already reached or came close to your goal weight, did you ever consider moving the goalposts to lose just a bit more? If so why and how did it turn out? I am now close to my goal of a BMI under 25 but now that it is close I am considering moving the goal to a BMI of about 22 - 23. So I was just wondering who had experience with this and how it went.

Good morning all I'm at work with this isopure is the pits. I thought it would be great once I drank it nice a cold. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I hope someone has been in the same situation I am in and can set my mind at ease. I take Wellbutrin XL and Effexor XR. My surgeon told me to contact my psychiatrist and tell him about my surgery so that he can change my meds. Mainly get me off of the extended release because they can't be crushed. I was also told to ask about liquid meds. I can't imagine being without my medications. Let's just say that I'm not a pleasant person to be around if I miss taking doses for more than two days. I really don't want to go back there mentally. Anyone else with this kind of situation? Were you able to take your meds while on the clear liquid phase? Were you eventually able to ta…

Hey all, I am 2 days pre-op from my roux-en-y. I have an old analog scale that changes its readings every time anyone gets on it and I really need a new scale. I am looking for suggestions from anyone who's had experience with the scales that measure your body fat/muscle at home? Which is generally more accurate? Which should I avoid? Thanks in advance.

Any advise ? Do's and dont's? How to handle hunger ? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had bypass 8/23. I've lost 75 pounds total(55 since surgery). The problem that I'm having is no matter what type of socks I wear, my leg swells at the top of the sock. I've tried ankle high , no show,crew, knee etc. They are not tight at the band but I still swell. Does this happen to anyone else? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am 4 days post op and having numbness in my left arm like it is asleep. Is this normal? I am sore but improving every day. Any tips or advice? Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App

December 1st, I'm so excited Sent from my SM-G550T1 using the BariatricPal App

Bypass Surgery was 11/29 lost 16 lbs on the liver shrinking diet. I was 286 the morning of surgery and now I'm 2 weeks out and barely down to 276. A co worker had the sleeve done on 12/6 and is down 34 lbs total. Don't get me wrong I'm extremely excited for her but it makes me kinda sad that I'm not losing like she is. I just broke my almost 5 day stall this morning. I feel like this weight is just never going to go anywhere Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm a little over a year out of RNY (15 months) and already I'm dealing with nutritional deficiencies along with anemia. I take Bariatric Advantage chewable multivitamin twice daily (all spaced out over the day), I take extra calcium, B-12, biotin, magnesium, zinc, omega-3, and folic acid. Basically, I'm doing everything right and eating a very balanced diet AND still I'm dealing with anemia (which is common) and my calcium, protein, is falling fast (I get about 80 grams of protein a day). I'm so disillusioned and upset. I've done everything correctly. My ferritin has dropped 40 points since my surgery. I'm getting my first iron infusion (first of three!) this morning. Ha…

Hello has anyone had brick oven vegetable pizza? Is that ok to eat once in a while? I been craving brick thin oven pizza but not to sure if I should have a small slice or not. Please advice. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm 3 months away from taking the plunge!! Would love to see your results so drop those pics like you dropped those pounds Sent from my SM-G530T using the BariatricPal App

So I was healthy before surgery other than obesity, anxiety and asthma. I had surgery November 21st with the Army's best bariatric team. My pain was terrible and hard to control after surgery. I even went back in a week after in so much pai n. After we got that under control everything was great. When I started purees everything changed. I could not hold my food down. The pain was so bad. They did a ct scan and found nothing. It kept getting worse. Sunday I puked my dinner up and everything else too. I kept puking all night. Monday morning I was woken by excruciating pain. I couldnt lat down, sit up or anything. I kept puking until I dry heaved and the pain made me wa…

My surgeon doesn't recommend counting calories, just making sure I'm getting 60-70g Protein and 64 oz Water a day. I've been tracking my input with MFP and I'm very curious how many calories other folks are consuming after surgery. Most days I'm between 400-500 calories (basically I have one Protein Drink and two Oikos Triple Zero yogurts a day) and I'm 3 weeks out from RnY.

Does anyone smoke after surgery Sent from my SM-G925F using the BariatricPal App

So, my doctor has never brought up the issue of weight loss surgery to me. Recently, i have seen my mom go through many struggles in a hospital; partly due to her weight; and the constant reminder of her weight from numerous nurses who thought they were being polite about it. It all has made me realize i need to do something now before i cant take care of myself at her age. How do you just approach he topic with your general practitioner to get the referral one needs to be placed on the list to be taken on by the bariatric clinic? Was your doctor accepting of your decision to have the surgery; or did the doc want you to try other methods first; or was the doc happy yo…