This topic is merely being presented as an educational topic with hopes that there has been experiences in the use of Marijuana after bariatric surgery. I smoke marijuana maybe once a week like having a glass of red sangria to relax after a long hard week. Although I'm not a frequent user, I am wondering if I will be able to use it after surgery. Fact for me is that it does induce hunger and I am sure this would not be condusive to being successful after the sleeve, but let's be real, there may be users out there who give it try. Unfortunately, there are not any concrete studies on this either like there is for tobacco and alcohol users.

So feel free to enlighten and share your thoughts.

Thanks!

Smoking 4 days post op. No issues! No munchies!

I believe you guys but I can't chime in since I'm against against anything that alters your mind, although that would make me a hypocrite since I've been on a type of runner's euphoria since my surgery, and I'm addicted to this weight training I'm doing so I guess things that are mind altering can also cause addiction........ And I've had alcohol a couple of times since surgery, mostly wine, so who am I to judge.......

Hope you know I posted this to make people smile, and realize that we are all different for a reason, how can we even judge others after what some of us have been through???? Food for thought

"People fearing the munchies are non-smokers"

Tell that to the whole box of Captain Crunch I used to polish off when I was stoned in my 20's....

Lmao @ Babbs

Tried it in Denver during New Years Highly recommended ????. No carbs. No calories. And if you pick your strain correctly no munchies. Just saying...legally

I was afraid of smoking after surgery since eating everything not nailed down and then going to bed was my usual experience with marijuana. That and laughing at EVERYTHING. But I was in Denver over Christmas and smoked every day (my sister and her kids are a bad influence). Turns out different strains definitely have different effects. I still experienced physical and mental "relaxation", and found humor in most everything, but did not get the munchies! I am very excited to have found a vice to treat myself to on occasion that is compatible with my weight loss goals.

I don't see a problem. Just be aware that it may stimulate your appetite and don't give in. Overeating is not easy to do after surgery, even a year out. But don't sabotage yourself. I think if you enjoy it and you can handle it without eating, why not?

BTW this is interesting...http://www.attn.com/stories/2902/cannabis-effects-on-metabolism

The only.worry.i would have is the.munchies however if they ever OK it in Arkansas and.my surgeons says OK honey we can sing with miss Mary J anytime your my.way

Arkansas will legalize before we will in Oklahoma but who knows with oil prices down and a looming fiscal crisis maybe the legislature might want save money by ending the free housing program (jail) for people who like exotic herbs. What a goofy thing to put people in jail for.

http://mic.com/articles/110344/14-years-after-portugal-decriminalized-all-drugs-here-s-what-s-happening#.PMtaH2gxL Portugal might have a better model on how to handle drug users. The "Dirty Harry" tool isn't a fix for everything.

Post op they recommend no alcohol for a year and a lot of doctors won't even operate on you unless you quit smoking because it can complicate and slow down the healing process.

If you are pre-op, I would strongly consider this as an opportunity to quit the use marijuana since you can't use it for a while and find something else to fill that gap for a while. You might find a much healthier option (and depending on where you live... More legal option).

Remember, the whole reason people get weight loss surgery is to aid them in making drastic lifestyle changes to better their health. In the grand scheme of things, the recreational use of marijuana and an alcoholic beverage is peanuts compared to the changes in food consumption you will be undergoing.

I know it's just advice and ultimately it's your decision to make... But there are lots of ways to relieve stress after a long hard week. Maybe go for a spa visit or something along those lines. Who couldn't go for a good face massage!

Wow. The fur is flying. Can't we all agree to disagree. This lady obviously felt comfortable enough to ask a personal question in hopes to not be bashed. But all anyone can do is bash her about smoking marijuana. She needs opinions from others that can relate, not ignorance from those who can't. We are all here for a common cause, to support each others weight loss journeys. Remember the old saying, if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all.

Welcome to the Internet where everyone gets to say what they think.

@@OKCPirate thank you for the Portugal article - amazing how well they are doing (lower drug use, lower crime etc).

Post op they recommend no alcohol for a year and a lot of doctors won't even operate on you unless you quit smoking because it can complicate and slow down the healing process.

If you are pre-op, I would strongly consider this as an opportunity to quit the use marijuana since you can't use it for a while and find something else to fill that gap for a while. You might find a much healthier option (and depending on where you live... More legal option).

Remember, the whole reason people get weight loss surgery is to aid them in making drastic lifestyle changes to better their health. In the grand scheme of things, the recreational use of marijuana and an alcoholic beverage is peanuts compared to the changes in food consumption you will be undergoing.

I know it's just advice and ultimately it's your decision to make... But there are lots of ways to relieve stress after a long hard week. Maybe go for a spa visit or something along those lines. Who couldn't go for a good face massage!

I fully get why they don't want smoking (all types), snuff, snuss or tobacco. Too hard on stomach trying to heal following surgery. I still find it amazing how the stomach heals and contains all the acid following surgery. But the thread morphed into an interesting discussion. Glad to be with adults who can look at these issues and discuss their concerns in a fun and interesting way with out too much judgement.

One of my favorite quotes was from a pastor who opposed Prohibition when he said "Very little good comes from the Absolute Shall." BTW if you have not seen the Ken Burns documentary on Prohibition, worth watching especially in light of the new discussion on drug policy going on today: http://www.slate.com/articles/arts/television/2011/09/ken_burns_prohibition_reviewed_a_fascinating_series_about_the_no.html