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It's just that the medical world cares if you get too thin, and jumps into action; but if you're too fat, well it's your fault and you just need to eat less. (I'm being sarcastic here).

I don't think that needs a sarcasm disclaimer - I think you're actually correct.

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Bellabloom - don't feel alone in having past eating disorders! I'd guess that many of us who seek WLS have binge eating disorder... It's just that the medical world cares if you get too thin, and jumps into action; but if you're too fat, well it's your fault and you just need to eat less. (I'm being sarcastic here).

Since you seem to be losing weight while eating healthily, I'd personally like to know what your food/drink/exercise routine is so that I can learn from your success! If you don't feel comfortable posting details, I hope you'll be willing to pm me (I'm 5'6", 270lb, and scheduled for RNY on 12/28).

I'm not a good example of healthful losing. I'm malnourished and quite I'll at the moment. I have bradycardia, anemia, low blood pressure and poss kidney issues.

I've lost weight so quickly because I had a stricture/ complications for 9 out of the 12 months since surgery. I wasn't able to eat anything solid. After I was able, I've counted calories religiously and stayed away from sweets and junk food- but I'm also terrified of eating and gaining to a crazy degree. I'm still learning how to eat right for my new body and find balance. So I can't give advice on this one.

But I wish you the best of luck!!

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