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Needless to say I had my surgery 2 yeard ago! Best decesion ever my whole life changed! The only set.back is finding people my age to talk to so I can get through the social issues ive come to face being so young! I had my surgery when I was 20 and most of my friends dont get it! So im hoping to.connect with people who get my issues!!
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Yay I knew it lol

Even though im 2 years out the emotional work after this surgery is so hard!! I think sometimes was it worth losing my happiness, friends, and lets be honest the love of my life!! But somewhere i need to understand that im healthy now and can do so much but its hard to let go...

I'm still pre opp as well.....I am sorry that you are having such a rough time. I don't know what exactly you went through, but you need supportive people in your life who love you no matter what size you are. I don't know if any of you go to church, but mine offers free biblical counseling and it really helped me with my major depression issues. I was even hospitalized for it, so I do understand...If ever anyone needs to talk, I'm here....no judgment..... Just a good listener....and about people playing high and mighty.....I think we all have moments where we think we are on top of it and think we know best....think we have got it down.....but we didn't get obese by being perfect with food, and I don't think I will ever feel like I am the authority on good eating......we should share good eating habits and tips in a kind and caring way.....don't we have enough mean judgmental people in our lives without getting it from a support site? If I ever sound that way it is unintentional and you have my permission to smack me.....I hope you feel better....you are so beautiful.....I hope you can find people who appreciate who you are and how hard you have worked to get there.
Kat

I'm still pre-op but I can understand, a bit, what you're talking about. When I first started down this road...3 years ago...I had no idea of the emotional spirals I would be going through. And this is before it all! I don't think this is taken into consideration, by the medical professionals we count on. From what I've seen here and other forums, this is happening to too many. We just aren't being prepared. It's not like an apendectomy or knee replacement and it's being treated as such. Maybe it's the psych's fault, who knows. But it should be looked at much differently. If you're having difficulty in your new life choices, please don't just let it go. Talk to someone. Get a dialog going, at least, with someone who will listen and try to help you work through it.
All the best to you, and us all!
EEsMom

I understand u completley! It doesnt help that im 22 and my friends really dont get it! And the fact that my parents paid cash for my surgery i always feel like i owe them ugh now im crying!! Its ok i can rant all u want!

I get how u feel. Alot of times i wish i could take it back. I've lost my best friend which was large amounts of food and my favorite hobby eating out. Now it seems like there is nothing fun to do. I think I'm going to seek counseling. I had surgery November 5 2012 and I've lost 80 lbs!! And still regret outweighs my happiness. I hope that i can be happy soon. Will be happy to hear everyone's responses and suggestions. I hate when ppl are not understanding and act like they have such an easy time with the surgery they act like they never get tempted and are always telling ppl what they should and shouldn't eat. Those ppl are full of it and i hate when they post lol sorry for going on my rant lol

Im 2 years out and my weight loss stopped after 3 months but picked up again around 5 months in!! Just be patient, follow the diet, and excercise!!! And trust me dumping syndrome is horrible you never want to expirence it! I thought I was gonna die Lol so BE CAREFUL!! Best of luck

I know what you mean. It does get old when people complain about no weight loss when they have lost a lot, but are sabotaging with cakes and soda

Im 2 years post op and I hit a bump in the road so 3 days ago I started my liquid phase diet to start my weight loss again and im down 5 pounds!! Ive also been hitting the gym like crazy! Thank baby Jesus Lol

Poor ladies the only thing I'm experiencing is extreme wetness. If hubby touch me I'm all wet. If I see Richard gere on tv I'm all wet. How wet is this cuca gonna get? It's out of control.

Interesting info from Jillian Michaels
(Trainer from the Biggest Loser")
"What advice do women always ask you for? They get caught on plateaus. ..... When you lose weight quickly, your body often responds by releasing hormones to increase your appetite and store more fat. That's a survival instinct meant to help us conserve fuel during times of famine. ........." --- So give it some time ...it will pass and you will continue to lose. You are supposed to lose in 1 -2 years ......you are not going to stop losing after just a few months. My surgeon said you may lose up to 70% of your excess weight....again in 1-2 years. Follow your post op guidelines and portions and always excersice. Even if it is just for a 30 minute walk.

Im 2 years out and my weight loss stopped after 3 months but picked up again around 5 months in!! Just be patient, follow the diet, and excercise!!! And trust me dumping syndrome is horrible you never want to expirence it! I thought I was gonna die Lol so BE CAREFUL!! Best of luck

Yes, ketosis! Expect rancid breath too lol

Im 2 years post op and I hit a bump in the road so 3 days ago I started my liquid phase diet to start my weight loss again and im down 5 pounds!! Ive also been hitting the gym like crazy! Thank baby Jesus Lol

Thank you guys for all the prayers and well wishes...My surgery went great and today I'm walking surprisingly the pain isn't that bad I mean it's there and noticeable but I can tolerate it!

Awww thank you warning signs one was in the navy Lol and the other one always talked about the,fact that I would leave him if I kept losing weight but he always made excuses!! Thank u for the advice!

You will do amazing! I was 20 when I had my surgery and I remember not being able to sleep I was so nervous I even told my mom to call and cancel Lol just relax its the best decesion ever! Good luck