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Hi. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism about 3 years ago, making it harder than usual to lose weight. It's under control with meds, but it did not help speed up weight loss. My endocrinologist highly recommended gastric bypass, but it seemed so drastic to me,

Once I heard about the sleeve, and attended a seminar, I knew it was for me.

I'm looking for other hypothyroid patients who have had the surgery and i am interested in hearing your experience.

Thanks,

Michelle

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Your story is exactly like mine! My name is Michelle too.. Are you me?! I'm also wondering what life with hypo is like after surgery.

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Your story is exactly like mine! My name is Michelle too.. Are you me?! I'm also wondering what life with hypo is like after surgery.

Omg Michelle, let's be friends!!!! Do you have a surgery date?

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Hi Michelle,

I have only one word for u -- go get it done, you will have to work with the sleeve, but work your life out for a year & believe you me, your life will change.

My sister has hypothyroidism,225lbs 13months ago,got the surgery ,ate only Proteins,worked out for 2hours a day +cycled atleat an hour a day + did 400crunches every day -- today she is at 121pounds.

Its changed her life so drastically,that i too am going in for the surgery in Dec

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My story is a bit like your guys! I dont have hypothyroidism, but have something similar. I was diagnosed with Thyroid Cancer in 2010 and have had a total Thyroidectomy since then, so my TSH levels are kept up with Levoxyl/Levothyroxine/Synthroid. I have my surgery on November 29th! I also would like to follow along stories with patients with Thyroid problems! Looking forward to hearing about your success!!! <3

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I was diagnosed about 13 years ago with hypothyroidism. I'm on meds but my levels are never stable. I'm set to have surgery 12/3 and am curious if it will make a huge difference. My endocrinologist seems to think it will.

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I have hypothyroid..had my surgery 10-23.. I have lost 23 pounds so far. My TSH level was never normal so I am anxious to see what it will be like when i go for my blood work at the end of December.

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I also had my thyroid removed because of cancer. Didn't really think about this in considering the sleeve. Have Type II diabetes also and that is why I am doing this.

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I have hypothyroid..had my surgery 10-23.. I have lost 23 pounds so far. My TSH level was never normal so I am anxious to see what it will be like when i go for my blood work at the end of December.

my TSH levels are never normal as well, def a huge reason as to why its so difficult to lose weight/keep gaining weight! mine have been as high as the 200s, about to get bloodwork done tomorrow, so ill know what they are right now in a few days. im also interested to see if they'll go down and stay down after my surgery in 10 days.

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Omg Michelle' date=' let's be friends!!!! Do you have a surgery date?[/quote']

I have my EGD and one more nutrition appointment on the 13th, then it'll be sent off for approval. I'm really hoping for a January date. How about you?

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I have my EGD and one more nutrition appointment on the 13th' date=' then it'll be sent off for approval. I'm really hoping for a January date. How about you?[/quote']

Hey Michelle! I have united healthcare and had to do the 6 month preparation, nutritionists visits, monthly surgeon visits, had to lose weight,etc. my last monthly visit to the surgeon was November 6 th and everything looks good we are just waiting for insurance approval. My surgery date is dec 10!

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I have thyroid issues too (hashimoto's thyroid) and had a very hard time losing weight! It was a struggle!! My doctor suggested I look into WLS and was very happy when I did decide to get it done. I had surgery on July 10th and as of this morning, I am down 65 pounds. I feel great.

The only thing I need to do now is see my doctor every 6 weeks for blood work. Because the weight is coming off quickly, he wants to monitor my TSH levels closely to make sure I am getting the right dosage of Levoxyl. He does not want me to go into hyper mode!

I initially wanted the band and after research, decided on the sleeve. My surgeon at first tried to talk me into the full bypass but for me that was too extreme as well. I am super happy with my sleeve. Let me know if you have any questions, I'm happy to answer them.

Good luck!!

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Hey Michelle! I have united healthcare and had to do the 6 month preparation' date=' nutritionists visits, monthly surgeon visits, had to lose weight,etc. my last monthly visit to the surgeon was November 6 th and everything looks good we are just waiting for insurance approval. My surgery date is dec 10!

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That awesome. And so soon! I'm jealous

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I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism in Feb of 2009. I gained around 60-70 lbs in a few years and could not take it off and keep it off. And that was above the weight I already had to lose. My thyroid levels are controlled by synthroid since then but the weight just would not come off. I had surgery on 8-21-12, 3 months ago and am now 54 lbs lighter than I was before. I took off 10 lbs prior to surgery, so 44 lbs lost since surgery. I'd say it also was a big concern of mine, wondering if it would make a difference with my weight still having hypothyroidism, and having the surgery. I am SO happy that I followed thru with it, it's life changing. Best of luck to all of you who have thyroid issues!!!

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Rare gold- fantastic! You must be so excited that you are losing! Thank you for the info-very encouraging!

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