Hello Everyone, my name is Tracey and I am new to this. I am having the roux-en y done on 2-26-14. I'm both excited and nervous. The liquid diet is going good so far, but it's only been a couple of days. My doctor and I both agreed this was the best option for me because I have been battling weight issues since I had to have a total thyroidectomy. We have been trying to get me on the right dose of synthroid but my levels are up and down. I am currently taking 300 mcg a day. Since my thyroidectomy I have gained so much weight. Currently at 340lbs and I feel terrible, aside from the thyroid issues I have HBP and taking 3 medications for that. Also lymphedema in the legs, not as bad as some I've seen on shows I've watched but bad enough that I can't stand it. Just trying to stand for any amount of time is painful. I was wondering from ppl that have had surgery and had lymphedema how it is afterwards?? I have a great support system but I am glad I came across this app to be able to talk with ppl that can actually relate. I'm trying to keep positive and look to all the great things to come but there are days that are just so hard, can I do this, will I lose weight or get in a slump, nervous about the hospital stay after surgery and what to expect. I know this is a good thing and that's what I need to keep telling myself!!!

Hi Tracey! Welcome and congratulations! Your story is much like mine except I still have my thyroid (it is just non functioning). I also take 300mcg of Synthroid due to Hashimotos disease. I can assume that my thyroid contributed to my weight gain and failed attempts at prior weight loss. My surgery was on January 13th and I have done well with it as I am confident you will too.

I have gained a lot of valuable information from folks here...just explore and read. It was such a comfort and inspiration pre surgery.

Everyone is anxious about the hospital experience I suppose. The time spent in the hospital seems to fly by...my experience was much better than I could have imagined. The pain and misery I experienced in just existing made the pain of surgery doable. My abdomen was pretty tender for about 6 days then it was smooth sailing, actually. There have been a few days of exhaustion since but no more misery. Pre surgery, I could (and would) sleep at will but now my energy is much more abundant.

Days following surgery, I did crave various food but that has since passed. Getting required Protein in post surgery has been a small challenge but if you track your intake through myfitnesspal, you eventually find a formula that works plus it is a great tool to log and track calories and nutrition.

It has definitely been life changing already...in wonderful ways.

Stay positive. This tool is a phenomenal gift! It's not always easy but it is worth it...YOU are worth it!! Blessings to you!

Edited February 16, 201412 yr by Kookichu

Also, there is a February group here that is awesome! Maybe look into their forum and soak in the experience as they progress. It's a sweet and supportive group.

Just wanted to wish you good luck...

I am hypothyroid and have felt better taking Armor.

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