After months of wavering between the Sleeve and Bypass I FINALLY decided to proceed with the Bypass. I'm so nervous and scared at the same time. lol Now I just need prepare for surgery since my support is lacking.

I start my pre-op diet on 6/29 just not sure which one I want to try. The Slim Fast High Protein, EAS Complete Protein, or Neolife shake powder. Have anyone tried these? Which one did you prefer?

Hello Nyseness,

Im Michelle. I am currently pondering between the sleeve and bypass. May I ask you what made you decide the bypass? I need to lose I think 8 more lbs before letting the Drs' know. =) Congrats on your surgery date!

Michelle

Hi Michelle,

Because it's the "Gold Standard" of WLS. I figured if I'm going to do this and spend all this money I might as well do it the right way. I only want to do this once! I seen people who had the Sleeve and is struggling to maintain the weight years later. I think it gives you too much room to make a mistake and with my sweet tooth it wouldn't work. I never had a problem with portion control, it's the poor food choices.

Awesome, thank you for taking the time to respond. I'm leaning towards bypass but still like to see the options. Good luck and positive vibes!!

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@@nyseness I am current using the EAS shakes in chocolate fudge...I love them!! I also bought some PB2. It's powdered Peanut Butter and I put some of that in with the shake and blend with some Water and ice...DELISH!!!

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It's nice to see someone else was wavering between the two as well. My surgery is July 20th and just like you I choose the bypass because it is the gold standard and has more long term studies to show its success.

The only reason sleeve is still an option is because I get headaches /migraines frequently and worry about not having NSAIDs in my life again. My doctor said I could still take my migraine medicine and we would discuss my choice at my pre op appt. Crazy that my decision won't be final till 4 days before my surgery.

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I have been getting migraines most of my life as well and I worried about not being able to take NSAIDS but my doctor gave a list of other options, such as fioricet which is a great alternative. My RNY surgery is Monday- 2 days away!!

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