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Through the roof, huh???
hmmm... Look out my wife! *insert evil laugh here*
lol

I've used those steroid packs in the past a few times. Made me hungry most of the time while using them.

Get my surgery on Nov. 12. So ready to get it behind me as it seems like it's been such a long road reaching a surgery date.
Hope all goes well for everyone...

So far you are the closest person I have to a surgery buddy!
I'm scheduled Nov. 14th!

Through the roof, huh???
hmmm... Look out my wife! *insert evil laugh here*
lol

For me my sex drive dropped then it when through the roof after 1 year.

I think this is your chance to understand a little of what we women go through every month with our monthly cycle!!
As your fat cells are released hormones are released as well. The first few months are a roller coaster ride. You just have to strap in and hang on.

Hormones do go crazy in both men and women after WLS,
first the initial shock of the surgery, then your relationship with foods changes dramatically, you won't look at food the same, you cant eat the same, you will feel deprived, you will feel alone you will cry (food addiction is hell to kick, its like a drug)
some get depressed, some have regrets (I had this in the beginning, not any longer) some people are cranky, some have the blues...some get annoyed with the people around them, because they can not understand or relate to your new journey your on. People in general will just annoy you...(just because). some sex lives are better now that the weight comes off....and your sexual appetite gets stronger and better (whewww i know for me it has lol) all of this does change its just for a short period so let ppl know to bare with you.
you will smile, you will cry, you will get upset but you will notice progress and once all the hormones get in order, you will enjoy your new life journey....
lol its like having PMS times 10000000 lol joking.., maybe...
good luck! we are here for u!

Yes, there is a seed of truth in this. Hormones go crazy after WLS as you lose the extra weight.
Some turn depressed, others bitchy, angry, withdrawn, or you have that crowd of people where they get hit by an energy burst and they could take over the world ( insert joke).
Also, sex life suffers. Some feel their sex appetite increases while others lose their interest.
I call it the luck of the straw.

Alright guys, I've just completed all my steps towards having RNY surgery and waiting for surgeon to give me a surgery date. Now tonight my wife tells me a man who has had RNY, told her that men's hormones go crazy after having surgery and we could go mean and such stuff.
Any of you have problems with hormones?
Fill me in on some info if you will? I don't want to go turning into some kind of monster or have to be shot like Old Yellow dog was...
Thanks!

Did a 5k run/walk today. First one I've ever done and surprise to me... I crossed finish line.

Did a 5k run/walk today. First one I've ever done and surprise to me... I crossed finish line.

Exactly why I'm picking RNY. I need to know I will dump and get sick if I don't follow the rules or I will cheat from time to time. I love ice cream and bread to much to back off on my own. I almost worship those two foods. lol
I've met and got to know a lot of people now who have had RNY done and each one is an awesome success.

Reasons why I didn't chose lapband:
I don't like the idea of having a foreign implement.
I didn't like the idea of having the fills and maintenance
I didn't like the risk that it could burst or slip.
Reasons why I chose RNY
Less of a chance of esophagus cancer.
Dumping will keep me in check.
Had the best history of success
Better chance of weight loss.
My recovery is still ongoing, but I feel great, I'm 10 days out, and I already feel as though I have more energy. I've had no nausea, I'm walking almost a mile a day, and I can already tell I'm losing weight.
And At the point where you're considering weight loss surgery, all of them are MAJOR abdominal surgery and the recovery time will be about the same.
Each procedure has it's pro's and con's, Do your research and decide what is best for YOU, not us, not your mother's friend, but YOU!
Just remember that it is ultimately your decision in the end, Don't let anyone chose for you.

I am hoping to do this in Memphis in October! It will be my birthday present to myself! I've never participated in a 5k.

I will be doing the Zombie 5K/Run For Your Life's obstacle course on September 28th in Southern California. I don't know what I am getting myself into but I am sure it will be fun.

Did a 5k run/walk today. First one I've ever done and surprise to me... I crossed finish line.

My wife and I are doing a 5K this Saturday (May 4) in Johns Creek, GA that does welcome walkers and runners. I can't run but I sure can walk it. This will be my first and I'm really looking forward to doing it.