I am in the 6 month process and have a BMI of 35. I have elevated BP, high cholesterol and high triglycerides with no meds. I worry about the cholesterol and triglycerides and BP and follow a heart healthy diet with no results (in my labs or my weight). My question is has anyone had luck with severe back pain as a co- morbidity- or did it help. Honestly when I think about why I am ultimately having the surgery is the relief of my back pain. It is AWFUL. Thanks in advance:)

What has 2 thumbs and had horrible back pain before surgery? THIS GUY!

Glad to report that 70 pounds later I can walk without any pain. Good luck on your journey and may you have the same results as I did!

I sure do hope so! Thank you!

I noticed now that I have been super strict with keeping my sugar levels close to normal I have less pain...

I was looking at a major back surgery! I got a 2nd opinion and he said with aggressive lifestyle change I would be a whole new person. So glad I listened to him. Took me 6 months to get my bypass but wow was he right. First 20 lbs and the pain was hardly noticeable. I'm 4 lbs away from my goal weight and I'm TOTALLY pain free and doing things I never thought were possible.

This is very encouraging. It is honestly what I am looking forward to the most and what is mostly driving me to do the surgery. I can exercise in the pool but end up in bed afterwards from the pain. I have an appointment on Monday regarding it so I am just hoping they can do something for me while I wait this 6 long months!!

31 minutes ago, lindabalseca said:

I noticed now that I have been super strict with keeping my sugar levels close to normal I have less pain...

That is awesome. Are you post surgery?