WickedBeauty

I remind my best friend of this all the time and still have to remind myself.

When I was doing my research to make my own decision, I had searched "dumping syndrome" on YouTube. Dumping syndrome is a side effect of gastric bypass surgery and can be triggered by eating foods that are too greasy or too high in sugar.. Lap band patients and sleeve patients do not dump. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, cramping, diarrhea, and dizziness.
If a WLS who has the sleeve eats a piece of cheesecake, chances are they are going to enjoy the dessert and without realizing it they are positively reinforcing that bad behavior so old eating habits come back and the weight is regained. If a bypass patient eats a piece of cheese cake, they will more then likely feel like they are having a heart attack 30mins later. Would you ever want to touch another piece of cheesecake again after something like that? It's important to note that not every bypass patient experiences dumping syndrome. One of the vloggers in the video that I was watching said that she felt sorry for the people who didn't dump. I didn't get it then, but I do now. I PRAY that I am someone who will dump because I need that extra tool to keep me on the right track
Lastly, sleeve patients on average loose 40-50% of their excess body weight within one year of their surgery date. Bypass patients loose an average of 70-80% of their excess weight within the first year of surgery. Only you will know which surgery is right for you. I suggest watching A LOT of YouTube videos to hear stories from both sleeve and bypass patients to help you with your decision.
Best Wishes!

Thanks everyone this helps a lot! I guess I need to remember I don't owe anyone anything!! Thanks again!

Instead of lying how about some truth, like... It's personal but thanks for your concern.

I take 5000 mcg of Biotin a day. Got my hair braided 4 wks ago, I can normally go 8-10 wks with braids. I have so much new growth it's crazy. I also have been upping my Protein and my Vitamins. I'm 11 mos out and have only had minimum hair loss and i shaved it all off in the beginning m

Thank you so much for sharing this information. I'm still in my pre-op phase, but this information is absolutely priceless.

LOL @ stalk other groups. I don't have a date yet but my dr has assured me no layer than April pending his schedule so I'll hand around with you

LOL @ stalk other groups. I don't have a date yet but my dr has assured me no layer than April pending his schedule so I'll hand around with you

Hi all. I don't have my surgery date, but I'm extremely excited about making the decision to have this procedure and happy to be amongst so many supportive people. *waving*
Any questions, just ask. I look forward to sharing stories and support with everyone.

Don't have an exact date yet, but my surgeon said March is my month. Pre-op testing appts are made (most anyways) so the journey is started. Excited beyond belief. Good luck to us all.

My date is march 17. Can't wait !!

I forgot to mention, I need to lose 8lbs prior to this next appointment so I'm dilegently working on watching my intake. Mentally preparing for the 2 weeks of liquids before surgery as well.

I'm in Cleveland!! Surgery date is February 27th...one more week to go...on my pre-op diet now...wish me luck!!

Just wondering if there's anyone else in Ohio and pre surgery with me.

Hey my beautiful sisters!!!! Soooo happy to have found this thread. I had surgery last week and still dealing with some pain but GOD IS SO GOOD! I had my first appointment today and I have lost a total of 23.5 lbs. Just ready to chew food instead of drinking it. I look forward to sharing my journey, pics, and healthy recipes with you all!! Talk to you soon

Welcome!! Good luck on your journey!

Hi Wickedbeauty it is nice to meet you congrats on being healthy, I have been going through this process for 7 months and I will meet with the surgeon next month to get my date, I look forward yo reading about your progress .