Hi Folks,

I am about 2 weeks pre-surgery and having the sleeve. I have read about potentially having mood swings after this procedure, and am worrying about this?

Does anyone have any views/thoughts.

it's common - but not inevitable - for women of child-bearing age. It's because estrogen is stored in fat cells, and it's released during fast weight loss. People report mood swings and screwed up menstrual cycles because of it. But it's temporary.

Hello @Selki Even I had these at 60. I was tearful and touchy. It felt like PMT. I hadn't been pre warned about these and when I asked on here, I was quickly answered. Once I knew the cause it was easy to accept the feelings and move on. The symptoms don't last long, about a month in my case. I had to say sorry a few times to my husband.

Good luck with your surgery, it has so many benefits you will be amazed.

Thank you so much Catwoman and Sunseeker! very reassuring. I am 59 so post reproductive years, but good to know timescale and also cause - really really helpful you two - thank you!