Hi all, i am researching currently. I have been overweight most of my life and remember being self conscious of my size even in elementary school. Anyway I think my highest I was around 250 during pregnancies and lowest I lost 50 or so lbs by working out and changing diet before I got married and got down to about 170. I am currently about 204lbs and really just tired of the constant struggle. My husband and I have lost 15 lbs together recently by watching our diet and I also have a personal trainer once a week. Anyway, I also have depression but wonder how much stems from my weight and self esteem. When i was down to 170 I remember it was the happiest time in my life. To get to my point... I am about 200lbs and a BMI of 35, I had reflux in the past, previous gallbladder surgery but no other comorbities I can identify. Is anyone else in my shoes that has has WLS and been successful? Happy?

Thanks.

The only co-morbidity I had was that my knees and feet ached from osteoarthritis. I had normal cholesterol levels and my blood pressure was great. My BMI, however, was 39, and just like you, I was tired of being overweight. Diets were a short-term fix and then I'd gain the weight back. I wanted to lose the weight so my joints didn't ache with little chance of regain, so my doctor recommended the traditional duodenal switch surgery. I'm 35 weeks (8 months) post-op and SO HAPPY with my decision to move forward with the surgery. My BMI is now 28 and I feel so much better. It's a great feeling to be able to bend over and tie my shoes without needing to hold my breath. I can also shop in normal sizes again. I've gone from a size 18 to a size 12 and looking forward to getting even smaller. I hope to reach my goal in the next few months. - Just 30 more pounds to go. I would highly recommend weight loss surgery. You and your doctor can decide which surgery is right for you.

Edited February 12, 20188 yr by Strivingforbetter

The only co-morbidity I had was that my knees and feet ached from osteoarthritis. I had normal cholesterol levels and my blood pressure was great. My BMI, however, was 39, and just like you, I was tired of being overweight. Diets were a short-term fix and then I'd gain the weight back. I wanted to lose the weight so my joints didn't ache with little chance of regain, so my doctor recommended the traditional duodenal switch surgery. I'm 35 weeks (8 months) post-op and SO HAPPY with my decision to move forward with the surgery. My BMI is now 28 and I feel so much better. It's a great feeling to be able to bend over and tie my shoes without needing to hold my breath. I can also shop in normal sizes again. I've gone from a size 18 to a size 12 and looking forward to getting even smaller. I hope to reach my goal in the next few months. - Just 30 more pounds to go. I would highly recommend weight loss surgery. You and your doctor can decide which surgery is right for you.

Thank you so much for the reply! Now that I am older I have noticed it has been harder for me to lose the weight as well as now I get nauseous after I work out. I never did before. I also have two small children and it is important for me to be able to be more active for me. I am looking into getting a referral to get a consult. How was your recovery? Also can I ask how old you are? I am 37 now.