Wondering about Post-Op Life 6mos to 12mos

[Willow818 17]

Hi

New on the forum. Looking for some information from experienced sleevers. Still deciding weather to actually have surgery. I'm about 85% yes.

I'm about 240, 5'7, BMI: 37.6, 34 years old. Recent blood tests reveal that I'm in the 'normal' range for every thing on the list but can't seem to loose weight. I've been struggling with weight loss for as long as I can remember. Frustrated!

Post-Op Vitamins: I read here and other sources that you need to take post-op Vitamins depending on what your surgeon says (anything from B12, Iron, etc). No where have I seen for how long patients need to take the Vitamins for? Do you gradually reduce Vitamin intake after a few months? Do you get your nutrients from food once you're eating more solids? Are you taking Vitamin supplements "for life"?

Insulin Resistance: I'm about 98% sure that I have insulin resistance (still to be confirmed by a doctor) - does this surgery help with reversing that? Anyone have experience with it?

If anyone has any advice, information, encouragement, I'd appreciate it.

[Healthy_life2 8,327]

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Yes..Supplements for life. They are prescribed.

You get nutrients from whey isolate Protein in the first phase (liquid diet) You progress to real foods as your stomach heals from surgery. All of the food stages provide nutrients.

I'm a type one diabetic. I hardly use insulin. My A1C has been great after surgery.

[naturegirl 320]

9 months out. Still take Vitamins. Dealt with mass Hair loss (and now regrowth), stalls, food ups and downs. It's important to continue getting in your Water, Protein, vitamins, and exercise. I'm no longer pre diabetic

[KristenLe 5,980]

Hi

New on the forum. Looking for some information from experienced sleevers. Still deciding weather to actually have surgery. I'm about 85% yes.

I'm about 240, 5'7, BMI: 37.6, 34 years old. Recent blood tests reveal that I'm in the 'normal' range for every thing on the list but can't seem to loose weight. I've been struggling with weight loss for as long as I can remember. Frustrated!

Post-Op Vitamins: I read here and other sources that you need to take post-op Vitamins depending on what your surgeon says (anything from B12, Iron, etc). No where have I seen for how long patients need to take the Vitamins for? Do you gradually reduce Vitamin intake after a few months? Do you get your nutrients from food once you're eating more solids? Are you taking Vitamin supplements "for life"?

Insulin Resistance: I'm about 98% sure that I have insulin resistance (still to be confirmed by a doctor) - does this surgery help with reversing that? Anyone have experience with it?

If anyone has any advice, information, encouragement, I'd appreciate it.

Do you have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)? It sounds likely.

[Willow818 17]

I don't know if I have PCOS. Waiting to see a doctor that takes me seriously. I will ask for tests on that though.

Thanks everyone. I appreciate the feedback.

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[Willow818 17]

@naturegirl: is this like a Multivitamin a day or more intense? I'm asking because I'm not great at remembering to take pills everyday. I get that it will be a habit formed. Do you find it easy?

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