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My husband and medical team knows. And two friends who live 1000 miles away (in opposite directions and don't even know each other).
It's been a non-issue. I didn't lose hugely fast. And I've yo-yo dieted a gazillion times, so everyone just thought I was on another diet and finally made it stick.
I've lost 100 pounds and now weigh 135.
YOU are in charge of your information. Do what makes YOU comfortable. Put your needs and yourself first.

I had my pre op class yesterday I know all surgeons are differnt but my surgery is march 8th on feb 22nd i have to have atleast 4 Protein shakes a day and one meal of 4 oz of a lean Protein with steamed veggies and Water all throughout the day thats about it they said to shrink the liver Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

I had my pre op class yesterday I know all surgeons are differnt but my surgery is march 8th on feb 22nd i have to have atleast 4 Protein shakes a day and one meal of 4 oz of a lean Protein with steamed veggies and Water all throughout the day thats about it they said to shrink the liver Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

I know how that goes. Day 2 and 3 I was horribly moody, achy, and didn't feel like moving

So are you! How are you feeling?

Day 16 of 21!
Surgery is on March 1st

Day 4 was when everything got easier for me. My energy got better, and my mood improved.

Mine said the same exact thing and the surgeon said it's an approval. Call insurance to clarify though

We are getting close March 8thers cant wait

GBP March 8 2017

I was told to beware of the carbs. Muscle milk has a lot of carbs and I was told to stay under 5.

March 8th here gastric bypass

Yay March 8th here too! Nervous and Excited!

I had gastric bypass 4 weeks ago. I suffered from GERD (acid reflux) which would get worse with the sleeve. So far I'm getting all my Protein, Water, and Vitamins in with no problems. Good luck
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I chose the sleeve because I don't have a lot of weight to lose, and I felt like it was the safest for me. I hope everyone choose the right one for themselves. I want everyone to be successful no matter what path they choose.

Gastric bypass here.....because of acid reflux, more long term information and I had a lot to lose! My one year Surgiversary is tomorrow! Feeling fabulous and love clothes shopping now [emoji173]️

Everyone in my support groups are happy with the surgery they chose.

I picked the VSG because I have less weight to lose and feel it's the safest option. My date is also march 8 !!! Yay twins !

I chose bypass because there was a lot more data on long-term success. Also, I figured I need to take Vitamins anyway, and it would encourage me to keep an eye on my health.

I wanted to dump to keep myself honest, but I don't.

I am very, very pleased with my choice and would do it again. That having been said, I'm no evangelist. Choose the surgery you feel is right for you.

My Dr also recommended the bypass because I was diabetic and there appears to be more success rate with the bypass and diabetics..but I chose the sleeve..it's considered the safest of the two and I know two people personally where the daughter got the bypass and the mom got the sleeve and the daughter has been in the hospital several times after her bypass for dehydration and other complications and the mom hadn't had any issues. Luckily I have had no issues either. I feel great..my sugar is normal and I am off my meds. I also didn't have problem with sugar which is another reason people pick the bypass to keep from eating sweets if they get dumping syndrome. The sleeve also requires less Vitamins for life. My issue was binge eating..over eating even good foods. I chose the sleeve and it was the right choice for me for sure slow and steady wins the race in my book.
SW 232
CW 201.4
GW 175

Most people I know with the sleeve go back eventually to just constantly dieting. And they regain fastwr.I wanted a full life style change so I went for the full bypass. Crossing my fingers. Just had my surgery yesterday.

I chose the sleeve mainly because of my medications. I take medications for depression and anxiety and it would have been too much for me to find a balance in the dosages. I've been through those changes and they are not fun mentally. I'm happy with my decision. Good luck making yours.

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I choose sleeve because I was a binge eater and/or had issues with Portion Control. The bypass didn't appeal to me because (1) didn't want to deal with the dumping syndrome and (2) felt that the bypass required more "work" taking Vitamins and such. That's merely my opinion, though. It's still requiring work with the sleeve so it's not like it's a walk in the park.
It really comes down to your eating habits and what you think will work best for you.

My doctor recommended bypass over the sleeve because I have such bad gastric reflux, which I agreed with. He said bypass will eliminate the gastric reflux and with the sleeve, it will probably be a problem. I am scheduled for surgery on July 10th.

I am interested in this also. I got my band removed last week. Still debating which path to choose.

March 8th here gastric bypass