waterwoman

Hi, I am 69 and just celebrated my 5 year surgiversary for RNY. I can’t encourage you enough. It has been the best thing I have ever done for my health and well-being. I look a decade younger than my peers because I am at a healthy weight. The weight loss resolved almost all my health issues (still take Synthroid as that is genetic condition). This site was extremely important in helping me to stay on track. Best of everything to you.

I’m 5 years out and I still dump and am glad that I do. Dumping is a sign that I made a bad choice. I used to eat ice cream by the gallons. Now I can have a taste, but not too much. Because of dumping I have my sugar addiction under control. I wish we all dumped as it is such an advantage in maintenance.

Remember being a teenager when feelings were on a roller coaster? It’s a little like that and most important to remind ourselves that “this too shall pass.” I’m 6 years out. I had early complications. In and out of hospital multiple times. Would do it all again in a heartbeat for the years of good health and freedom from fat and shame. Hang in there! It’s worth it.

Dtrain84, you look great! I did the same. Retired for a while and then returned part time. Best gig ever. Best of luck to you!

For me, calcium was an important supplement. Stopped by mistake around 3rd surgiversary. Surgeon caught that fact on annual check in. Bone scan found I then had osteoporosis. Per surgeon, I can’t take Fosamax because it’s too hard on stomach so my primary ordered an infusion. I restored calcium supplement. 2 year later another scan shows improved bone density. No longer osteoperotic!! Always take responsibility for your own health.

Why not contact surgeon?

I had RNY and consistently go out with friends and enjoy food. My surgeon really discouraged alcohol, but I still have an occasional drink.

I live alone and it was easy recovery. I did have a recliner for sleeping that was much more comfortable than a bed

Remember your system is being flooded with hormones that were stored in fatty tissue. I had same issue immediately after surgery. Increased dosage for a period, than was able to taper back. As always, check with Dr who understands both depression and BariatricPal surgery.

It seems like you think you will lose the joy of being in control of your body if you have the surgery. For me, RNY was another tool to help me be in control of my eating.

Sounds like you are setting yourself up for success this time. It’s a daily battle to maintain a healthy weight and worth the fight.

Yes, had robotic laparoscopic RNY 5 years ago. No pain, all good.

Is your band still working?

I developed osteoporosis after RNY. Because Fosamax is so hard on the stomach surgeon recommended annual Reclast infusion. I did that for 2 years and reversed osteoporosis to osteopenia. Best of everything to you. I am 69.

So for my calcium, it didn’t show in blood tests but in a bone scan. I didn’t take supplements for a year and developed osteoporosis. Dr prescribed annual infusion of Reclast because Fosamax to hard on the stomach. Really helped. Now I only have osteopenia and hopefully in another year will have sufficient bone density to be “normal “.

What does it mean to be re-sleeved?

Liking myself more

I had my RNY conversion from lap band 5 years ago. I was 65 at the time. No pain. Best thing I have ever done for my health. I am now 69 and healthier and stronger than I have ever been in my life. I still have to consciously eat well every day. Take advantage of the honeymoon period to learn good eating habits. Best wishes on this exciting journey.

I, too, love the protein drinks. It would be easy for me to live on them. My only real concern is the effect on my kidneys from too much protein. Any info on that?

Welcome! I’m in the greater Seattle area and used Franciscan Hospital in Federal Way. Was very impressed! Who are you planning to use?

Yes, I had exactly same issue. Went to my gastroenterologist and she pressed very hard with her thumb, almost like acupressure on the spot while “folding” me up and there was immediate relief with no return. Maybe a nerve was spasming?

I went to Kaiser website. They had good info on vitamins and supplements. Not good at links or I would include here.

Sounds like you are concerned about being judged by your children for your decision to care for yourself. Do they judge you for being overweight? One of our jobs as parents is to teach/model good decision making. Would you be willing to explain why you believe this is a good decision for you?

I gained about 14 pounds and am having really tough time dropping them. I did start a good exercise regime though so heavier, but maybe healthier. Now to keep up exercise and drop extra pounds.

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