Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums

Hi guys!! I will soon be post-op and looking forward to all the delicious and healthy food I will be eating in the future. I am looking for a WLS Cook Book with great recipes. There's a lot out there! Any recommendations on which is the best?

I've called my surgeon's office twice now in the last week to see if they've submitted me for approval yet, and no one has called me back. Getting very frustrated. They're usually really good at keeping in contact.

Now I know some people have experienced this before. I have been lucky thus far with the amount of support i have gotten. Yeah I had a few friends try to ask me if there were any other ways. Other then that my friends and my family, most of it, are extremely happy for me.... and scared! Well from the get go my sister was not a fan. She didn't want me to do it and wouldn't talk to me for about two weeks after deciding to do it. Well I'm now 1 week post op and she still won't speak to me. I texted her to ask her to call me, to talk about Christmas, no answer. She then calls my mom and I yell to my mom to tell her i need to talk to her. Her response was ' I don't want to tal…

Having GB surgery on February 11th. I'm really nervous about everything.

Someone close by? Im scheduled for d 22 of January. Currently on my liquid diet

Well surgery was on Monday. Started throwing up blood on Tuesday. Had another surgery on Thursday to get the correction. The surgeon said that my intestinal were narrow and he was having a hard time trying to make it fit as well as functional. So still in hospital...NPO...not sure what today will bring but I do feel a lot better...

I am 4 months post-op and feeling quite lonely. I wondering if I made the correct decision to have this surgery. Unfortunately, I do not know anyone who has had the surgery that I can talk to. My husband said he would be supportive of my decision to have the surgery but that does not seem to be happening. I'm not looking for people to praise me on all that I have lost. Has anyone else every felt this way, like you have no one to talk to that understands what you are going through.

Hello everyone. I have been considering this surgery for several years but have decided to finally start my journey. I am looking for a support buddy who is also just starting off so we can go threw it together. So far i have gone to the seminar, called my insurance (seems like i will be a shoe in), and have my first consultation on the January 22. A little about me: i am going to be 23 y.o. I have no kids but two very bratty dogs and a great my goal after surgery will be to loss 200 pounds. My best friends says she is supportive but thinks that its unnatural and that we can do it together .. But if that was true she would be skinny and healthy already... Anyway, I'm…

I am a size 18 right now, size 20 dress. The wedding is 8 months away and the bridesmaids dresses are being ordered in 2 months since she has 6 bridesmaids and the store said we had to, to get them in time. So, I hope to be a 16 (18 dress) in 2 months (or smaller ), but still when ordering I will be 6 months before the wedding, not sure what to do. The dress, per the store, can go in 2 sizes without looking much different, it can go up 1 size only. More than that depends on the dress. Thoughts?? Do I dare order a size down, so maybe a 16 dress (14), since dresses run about 1-2 size smaller than clothing. That would mean I would have to be about 200 pounds to be in a 14 at…

Hi my name is Quinn, I'm twenty two and currently trying to get things moving to get gastric bypass. My first seminar is this Thursday and I'm pretty much feeling around in the dark about this whole thing despite how much research I do. I could use friends who are going through the same thing or have already gone through it. I am willing to communicate via this site, facebook, email, or even phone. Any takers? =)

Had surgery 12/10/12 during surgery lost allot of blood and needed to stay extra day in hospital besides not liking the Protien drinks because they are too SWEET....everything is going good. I have lost 49 lbs in just three weeks wow....I wish to continue the sucess as well I hope all a sucessful healthy life after weight Loss surgery.

Great news everyone my surgery was approved! Two appeals through my insurance company, but letters from my therapist, primary care physician and my bariatric surgeon all worked. I too wrote a really thoughtful letter. I was denied twice because my surgeon and I could not make the case for the band-to-bypass revision surgery but... finally the insurance company re-examined all the letters and the evidence and came to a decision that it's actually medically necessary. Wahoo!! Just found out today the surgery is scheduled for January 21, 2013!!! Wahoo

Anyone around??

Probably gonna make some enemies here but why would you go through a surgery like gastric bypass and eat carbs and drink alcohol and try to go back to the way things used to be. It is driving me crazy. I'm successful because I follow the plan. You will not hear me whine about stalls in weight loss... It's part of the plan. But really ladies and gents the surgery is a tool to be used and not abused. We have all been overweight for awhile and know what makes us fat. Why do we insist on trying to go back to old ways!

I'm not even gonna try to deny that I've not eaten well over the past 2 weeks....nothing like the old me but there was nothing that I wanted that I didn't have a bite or two of. Im done with that and back on track now but I'm feeling extremely nauseous and stomach is hurting bad today...all I've had today is a protein shake....could this be the past two weeks catching up with me????? Hope this ends soon......NOTHING taste good enough to be feeling like this!!

I feel really great one week post op except for a sharp pain on left side, under the ribs. It only hurts with movement. I vaguely remember the doc saying it would hurt... But I can't remember why. And more importantly, when it goes away?

I want to know has anyone experience dizziness. I woke up Sunday morning with a bad headache and I was kind of dizzy. I thought it was my blood pressure but I haven't had problems with that in 4 years. I went to the er Christmas eve they done blood work and my potassium was low but it's Friday and I am still experiencing dizziness etc . I just google some info and found out that others experience it as well and it might be coming from a lack of water etc and waiting to long to eat . Does anyone have any experiences to share concerning this matter ?

I want to know has anyone experience dizziness. I woke up Sunday morning with a bad headache and I was kind of dizzy. I thought it was my blood pressure but I haven't had problems with that in 4 years. I went to the er Christmas eve they done blood work and my potassium was low but it's Friday and I am still experiencing dizziness etc . I just google some info and found out that others experience it as well and it might be coming from a lack of water etc and waiting to long to eat . Does anyone have any experiences to share concerning this matter ?

I have gone to 2 of the 6 required nutritionist visits required for weightloss surgery. I see the surgeon next month to decide what type of surgery I want to have. I am 26 yrs old, 6'3", and 327 with sleep apnea, high cholesterol, pre diabetic, and minor reflux. Dieting hasn't worked too well bc I always gain it back. I've been on 4 major (and expensive) diets since I was 13. I am just so tired and beat down feeling... My wife is scared for me to have gastric bypass and I am too but I am starting to feel likes its my only option. Any encouraging words?

Hello all. I am new here, just had surgery on Dec. 18, 2012. I am in the San Francisco Bay area, but don't necessarily need a buddy that is nearby. I would LOVE to find someone that has recently had surgery too so we can talk and compare notes. Thanks and Merry Christmas!

any body know if we can take alki selzer cold pluse?

Turned 45 today and what a great day. One day shy of my 10 month post op anniversary and down 158 lbs. Feeling great!!!!

I'm about 36 days out after bypass...and ohhhh the nausea! Anyone else experienced this? How long does it last? Anything help??

At the hospital really early this morning 5:10am. So ready to have this over with. Keep me in your prayers as I will be praying everyone too. Biggest losers here we come...Birmingham AL Dr. Schmitt

Anyone else out there have sleep apnea and sleep with a cpap machine? How long did it take you to lose enough weight to ditch the breathing machine? Jeff

I am so happy i got approved for my band to bypass surgey today ! I will go under the knife and on my way to skinny town january 29th can't wait ! Proud mommy to three amazing babies!

All is good. my revision went smoothly- I walked the first day- slept like a hibernating bear too. the only pain I can really complain about was the headaches I had 3 nights in a row while at the hospital. Turns out I dont get on too well with that morphine drip. Day 3 starting liquids and have been just fine. Belly is sore from bending and stretching too much once I got home. Abdominal muscles feel really worked! I have enjoyed my couch nights- just me the tree lights and junky TV. Not being dependant to drive does suck tho since I need to finish my Christmas Shopping, Also, I am wired at night- cant seem to fall asleep til like 4am. Not even tired during the…

Hi All I am so ready to get this band out and have my RNY tomorrow morning 7:30am My band has caused me so many issues ranging from ulcers,erosions etc... I am worried if it is that bad once My surgeon is in there he will not be able to complete my revision. So, I really need your thoughts and prayers please for a complete success! Warm up my spot on that bench. Blessings to you all Thanks xox ~Linda

Anyone from Oklahoma? Looking for a buddy to chat with.I'm pre OP I get my surgery date on 9/19

Well gang...it's official. My RNY is scheduled for February 22nd at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Dr. Harrison will be performing the procedure. I'm excited...can't wait this long. I've worked hard so far and will continue doing the same. So far I am down 37 pounds. If there is anyone else in my area with a date close to mine I'd love to hear from you. Jeff

M going to start this everyone who is in November add your date and where your from . I'm crystal I'm nov 6 I'm in Toronto Canada

Getting surgery on Tuesday December 18th I'm praying all goes well!

Hello fellow members: Anyone have trouble with kidney stones post op? I produce Calcium oxalate stones. At one point I was passing one a month. Ive since gone down to one every 6-8 weeks. Anyone else the same problem? Ive seen numerous specialist, tried a bunch of treatments with no help. The common theme was drink more Water... as most of us know is very difficult at 3-4 months post-op. Some of my treatments include Potassium Citrate, diruetics, mass doses of calcium and of course lots of water. The majority are small stones... 5-8 mm but they still hurt like a b****. Ive had larger ones. I passes 4-5 stones in the years prior to surgery, immediately after …

scratch the High desert and even Ca. I don't care where you are, i just need someone i can relate to and who also needs support. so here is a bit about me: 35, married, 2 kids age 10 and 13. have lupus, pcos, fms, degenerative disc disease and other health issues. my main purpose for having surgery is to reduce my pain level. I also really want to be healthy as possible for me and my family. I am waiting for approval and expect an answer this comming week. i am on the Protein shake twice a day and small portion of lean meat and veg for dinner. i have 6 more lbs to go to get to my pre-opp requirement. i am home almost all day and can chat on here or where ever. I just re…

Why is it that I eat something once and do fine but the next time I eat it I dump? New Life Started 07/24/12

We started trying Monday to have a baby!! Im hoping with my weight loss the pcos symptoms subside and I can conceive!!! Anyone in my position had any success???

husband in BAD accident at work this am....in trauma ICU at Baptist med ctr .....every bone in face shattered, face has huge gashes everywhere on face, eye may be lost, internal bleeding - working on right now, breathing tube, etc....its bad and I'm scared to death!!!! Please pray for my sweet wonderful husband!!!

This morning they are taking out my band and converting me to bypass. I'm both nervous and excited, but more nervous lol. Please keep me in ur prayers. Lisa :-)

Hey everyone, surgery was a success, feel alot better today. Will keep updating.

Hi band to bypass gang:-) Please send me feedback on your downtime after band to bypass procedure. Surgery done in same operative episode. thanks:-)

Hello everyone. I was looking for a support buddy up here in the desert. I am awaiting approval but whatever stage you are in....I would love to chat.

Does anyone have short term disability coverage through MetLife because of their employer? I'm having issues getting my claim approved before I would need to go back to work if it is not approved... Does that make any sense? My return to work date is December 14th (2 weeks post op) but I'm not sure I'm going to be up for it. MetLife is reviewing my claim in approving it on the 21st... After speaking to a rep today she said there's no way to adjust that. Not sure what to do...

Lost 1 lb in 3 weeks... But what a one pound it is.. 150 lbs gone since this journey began... 25 more til goal... Date night tonight with the hubby... It's gonna be a great day

Anybody that revised from band to rny feel like or thought that you would have the somewhat the same kind of restriction? I asked surgeon about this at follow up and he said it wouldn't be the same. I'm 5 weeks out and eating regular foods now but I feel like I'm eating way too much at times. I'm measuring everything and trying to keep everything to a minimum. In my manual from Nut some stuff have 2 T servings of this or that and I can eat more than that. Today I wanted to eat every hour. I'm tolerating everything so far. I haven't had any stuck episodes on anything so far except last Friday I ate something that I shouldn't have and way too much of it too fast beca…

Tomorrow is all Clear liquids for me. Starting to get excited and nervous. Tonight I've had pure Water poops every hour so I took an Imodium. I'm sure it's an effect of the liquid diet. So far I'm down 9 lbs. Any suggestions on what to pack for hospital? Lisa :-)

I didnt know about this forum but I will he happy to post. Surgery was October 29th I am down to 244 from my highest weight of 287. I am from West Virginia

My husband and son both have been sick with bad colds. So, of course I now have their cold. I am stressed over this since I am scheduled 12/11. Anyone have experience with having a cold so close to their surgery date?

Hi, I've posted here, and also on gastric sleeve. I was banded 3.5 years ago. I lost 48 lbs with the band within four months. After which I became more and more tighter with fills. However, I could still eat more than usual because I was always still hungry. Therefore, spite being too tight and could still eat, I lost no more weight and started having more severe issues. Now my Doc is saying that the band must go b/c it is no longer of use to me. I have a little fluid left in my band and have regained 10 lbs. I am 5'3" and weigh around 215 lbs. I have diabetes, high BP, and high cholesterol. I'm assuming that If I had to wait 6 mos. after band removal, I would probably ga…

today would have been my oldest son Levi's 19th birthday. last night his 19 year old cousin hurt herself and has not woke up yet. she is in the hospital and her family is in need of prayers and love!!!! thank you all