Ozempic or weight loss surgery ?

[Rose perez 13]

Hi everyone so many people are now taking Ozempic, some do weight loss surgery to lose weight etc. but now it is more common to use Ozempic, how do you guys feel about this issue and curious to hear some of your thoughts or personal opinions on this topic.

[FifiLux 132]

As per my reply on another of your many posts today....

Are you actually having (or have you had) bariatric surgery??

I see that you post a lot of questions but never actually give any details about yourself, your journey etc even when specifically asked by some of us.

We are all open here and share thoughts and feelings etc yet, and sorry if you feel I am being rude, but you just ask question after question like someone trying to get information for a report or article and without you answering back it does not come across as honest.

[Rose perez 13]

I am just curious and want to talk to others on here ?? Why is there a problem, i often am a purchasing customer on bariatricpal and saw that there are others who love their products and talk with one another, there's nothing wrong i personally find with that ?

[Rose perez 13]

22 minutes ago, FifiLux said:

As per my reply on another of your many posts today....

Are you actually having (or have you had) bariatric surgery??

I see that you post a lot of questions but never actually give any details about yourself, your journey etc even when specifically asked by some of us.

We are all open here and share thoughts and feelings etc yet, and sorry if you feel I am being rude, but you just ask question after question like someone trying to get information for a report or article and without you answering back it does not come across as honest.

Also you do not need to respond if you dont want to, i am not the only person active and asking questions etc. It is a platform for people to converse

[FifiLux 132]

42 minutes ago, Rose perez said:

Also you do not need to respond if you dont want to, i am not the only person active and asking questions etc. It is a platform for people to converse

I realise that, I've asked plenty myself, but I've not come across anyone that doesn't share part of their story back and deflects so much. You've done it again in your response.

Everyone has different stories but this is supposed to be a safe place for those of us considering, going through or had surgery. Your numerous questions don't strike as someone in the same position as most of us and just seems off.

Edited May 16 by FifiLux

[BabySpoons 541]

I had someone ask me shortly after Gastric Bypass, why I opted for WLS when GLP 1 drugs are now available.

For a couple different reasons. Ongoing expense was one. You have to take it foreverrrrr otherwise you regain all your lost weight back. Plus I didn't want to be one of those persons using it for weight loss when diabetics needed it way more. And some had trouble filling their prescription for months due to shortages. Maybe it is getting cheaper today as they are more available to everyone, not just diabetics. IDK.

These new drugs haven't been around for long and research on long term use unknown. Health risks such as stomach paralysis/ blockages etc. seemed way more frightening to me than WLS. And heaven forbid I would have ended up with Ozempic face. 😬

[Rose perez 13]

19 minutes ago, FifiLux said:

I realise that, I've asked plenty myself, but I've not come across anyone that doesn't share part of their story back and deflects so much. You've done it again in your response.

Everyone has different stories but this is supposed to be a safe place for those of us considering, going through or had surgery. Your numerous questions don't strike as someone in the same position as most of us and just seems off.

I have shared about my insecurities and low self esteem and confidence, you clearly have not read most of my post or you would know that, just because i do not speak often about myself does not mean i have evil intentions, have a good day

[Rose perez 13]

8 minutes ago, BabySpoons said:

I had someone ask me shortly after Gastric Bypass, why I opted for WLS when GLP 1 drugs are now available.

For a couple different reasons. Ongoing expense was one. You have to take it foreverrrrr otherwise you regain all your lost weight back. Plus I didn't want to be one of those persons using it for weight loss when diabetics needed it way more. And some had trouble filling their prescription for months due to shortages. Maybe it is getting cheaper today as they are more available to everyone, not just diabetics. IDK.

These new drugs haven't been around for long and research on long term use unknown. Health risks such as stomach paralysis/ blockages etc. seemed way more frightening to me than WLS. And heaven forbid I would have ended up with Ozempic face. 😬

Seen a lot of celebrities with Ozempic face lol, i feel bad for them 🥲😂

[BabySpoons 541]

Sharon Osbourne is a good case in point. She even admits regret.

[JennyBeez 51]

I was on Ozempic (for Type II diabetes) for about a year prior to my WLS. I found it helped my blood sugar numbers a fair amount, but didn't see much weight loss with it (about 20lbs over a year, but lots of fluctuating). I had no medical problems with it, but my best friend's mother (also Type II diabetic) started having kidney problems about 4 months into her own usage.

I don't regret taking it, but I was worried from the beginning about how new the drug was (in terms of any science showing long term side-effects, etc). I don't think I'd actively recommend it for someone wanting to lose weight, but I wouldn't discourage them either. It's probably a conversation every individual should have with their doctor (if possible) to see if any existing condition might be exacerbated, etc.

I guess the only time I would discourage it would be anyone looking for 'The Magic Pill' of weight loss. Just like any WLS, it won't work that way -- we have to Work At It ourselves. There's no magic here~ just lots of hardworking people needing a bit of a boost on their way.

[Rose perez 13]

thanks everyone who shared their personal opinion 😁

[Tomo 1,154]

Both Ozempic and weight loss surgery have their merits, and the right choice depends on individual circumstances, including how much weight you aim to lose. Ozempic typically leads to 10-15% total body weight loss, while weight loss surgery can result in losing up to 70% of excess weight. While some individuals on GLP-1 agonists may experience weight loss greater than 15%, this is not the standard expectation for these treatments.

[BigZ 78]

I don't like Semaglutide....too many side effects. I looked into it for a bit before surgery, and it wasn't worth it IMHO. I have had a few friends on it that it caused too many issues, and they quit taking it. And both of them didn't lose much weight 5-10 pounds. One of my other friends take it and she does well with it, lost 40-50 pounds, however once she stops taking it, she gains everything back and then some. So now she has to lose the weight, go off of it, then do maintenance shots with it every other month or she will gain everything back. My cousin has been taking it for ~6 months now, and she is doing really well, she lost about 60 pounds, but hasn't gone off of it yet. They are both a tool to help you, they aren't a fix all. If you think about it, you could do the same diet as Bariatric surgery, if you have the will power, and you will lose the same weight. I needed the tool to assist me, I had dieted before and lost 100 pounds, but over the years I put it all back on and then some. It is all about your mindset. I have tried many things before, phentermine, qysimia, diet/exercise, among others. The best thing that has helped has been the sleeve. It may be your best option to try semaglutide and see if it works for you, it is the cheaper option at first, and if it doesn't work and you aren't happy with it, look at other options.

[Rose perez 13]

Thank you for sharing your story and experience, you are so strong and god protect you always