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Topic: RE: Still 200lb from goal at 2 year out
I lost 170 within the first year, but have not lost anymore in the last year I've gained back 20 pounds or so. So, I'm still hovering around 300-310 pounds. I'm having a really tough time emotionally with this and feel like such a failure.
I talked to my surgeon and he wants me to have a scope with sclerotherapy, but he doesn't do it and his partner isn't covered by my insurance. So, I'm trying to find a doc that will do it. If that doesn't work, I'm going to talk to my surgeon about getting a revision. I'm still about 175 pounds overweight and need to get more weight off!
So, no real suggestions, but know that I completely understand where you are at.
Julia
Topic: Still 200lb from goal at 2 year out
I was 2 year post op on April 7th and haven't lost any weight since last May. I weigh about 330, yo-yo back and forth between 320-330. I have lost about 180 overall but only 140 since surgery. My surgeons best goal for me was 220, as of now my new surgeon (I moved), wants to me lose 60 more pounds before she will repair my hernia (it's huge), and do TT, I have even more fat and skin on my stomach than people who weighed more than my, the lipodema/lymphedema affects my abdomen also.
Anyone else this far out and still have a ways to go? How are you dealing?
~Sarah
Topic: Update
Had open RNY on April 28,2003. I am doing great. I have lost from 237 down to 119. I now wear a size 6 down from a 26-28. I am 5' tall. It is so wonderful to cross my legs,run,snuggle up in a fetal position.ha. I eat lots of protein,fruits,veggies. I do not tolerate sugar well but have learned to cook sugar free. I don't eat fat anymore which is great for me. (Always liked the fat on meat).yuk now!! I drink protein drinks,take vitamins and Folic acid. Couldn't feel better. Wish I had the surgury years ago. This is the best thing I have ever done for myself. I would encourage anyone out there thinking about it to "Go For It". My life has been a great change!!!
Topic: 2 years out and need help...
Hi All,
I will be 2 years out on April 30 from my surgery and I went to dr's today I have gained another 10lbs for a total of 20 in a year. I am not happy with this. I have not changed the way I eat or what I am eating. I think I am snacking alittle bit more due to stress. I notice that when I am working I have tendency to want to eat (snack) more for whatever reason. I need to get back on track with the weight loss. The told dr. told me that I should try 800-900 calories a day to start the loss again or use protein as meal replacements. My personal goal is to lose another 50 lbs and I would be happy. I want to get pregnant this year as I will be 30 on Friday but would like to lose the weight first. Please share any thoughts you may have either here or you can email me at [email protected].
Thanks
Melissa
Topic: RE: 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY TODAY!!!
Congratulations to you.....My anniversary was on Sat. April 23rd. I also have no complaints, though my weight loss has been slow, it has been ongoing. To date I have lost 82lbs. I am not complaining because I am gaining muscle by working out daily. It has been a blessing to be able to wear a size 12 again. Like you, if I had to do this surgery all over again, I would. My only regret is that my mother and older sister who both passed away before the age of 44 from complications due to diabetes are not here to share my new life with me. But I know that they are both smiling down on me and are happy that I have taken control of life and my health. I am waiting now for approval from United Health Care on my tummy tuck and small hernia repair. Wish me luck! Again, congrats to you on your new healthy way of living and continue on. Be blessed!
Topic: 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY TODAY!!!
4-22-05 Happy Birthday to me!!!! Today is my 2 year anniversary from my surgery! I have a very good life, now! I can mascarade as normal. When people look at me, they would never imagine that I used to be morbidly obese. I don't feel compelled to tell everyone about my gastric bypass surgery. However, Mon. I was in Immediate Care for my pneumonia & I did feel compelled to tell an obese young lady my story. I am not ashamed. I am quite proud of the decision that I made to have this life changing surgery. Thank you Dr. Roe!!!! I am maintaining a 106 pound weight loss. Sometimes, even more! I wear mediums & larges. Mostly size 12's & some 14's. I have several things in size 9 that fit me well. My abdominoplasty & liposuction have really brought my SEXY figure back out! I still want to have the breast reduction. It would appear that I will have to pay out of pocket for it. That sucks. My transformation would defiantly be complete after that! When I look at myself, now, the chest is the only thing that still makes me feel big.... I am an attractive normal sized woman now, & dang proud! Life is good. Stressful & probably always will be. But, very doable!!!! I would have this surgery, again, tomorrow if I needed to. It has given me a full life back. Not just a life consumed with eating. But, a full, active life. So, on this day of reflection, I am so very grateful... To God, Dr. Roe, my daughter, my family & friends for all of the love & support that I have been given along this journey. Thank you!
4-22-05 Happy Birthday to me!!!! Today is my 2 year anniversary from my surgery! I have a very good life, now! I can mascarade as normal. When people look at me, they would never imagine that I used to be morbidly obese. I don't feel compelled to tell everyone about my gastric bypass surgery. However, Mon. I was in Immediate Care for my pneumonia & I did feel compelled to tell an obese young lady my story. I am not ashamed. I am quite proud of the decision that I made to have this life changing surgery. Thank you Dr. Roe!!!! I am maintaining a 106 pound weight loss. Sometimes, even more! I wear mediums & larges. Mostly size 12's & some 14's. I have several things in size 9 that fit me well. My abdominoplasty & liposuction have really brought my SEXY figure back out! I still want to have the breast reduction. It would appear that I will have to pay out of pocket for it. That sucks. My transformation would defiantly be complete after that! When I look at myself, now, the chest is the only thing that still makes me feel big.... I am an attractive normal sized woman now, & dang proud! Life is good. Stressful & probably always will be. But, very doable!!!! I would have this surgery, again, tomorrow if I needed to. It has given me a full life back. Not just a life consumed with eating. But, a full, active life. So, on this day of reflection, I am so very grateful... To God, Dr. Roe, my daughter, my family & friends for all of the love & support that I have been given along this journey. Thank you! 
Topic: RE: HELP!!!!!!!!!
Keri, if you haven't already done it -- please go to the doctor! Hope all is well.
Topic: Protein Drinks?
Greetings all of you 2 year post ops! Hope you are all doing well. I am wondering if anyone this far out still drinks protein shakes. I sometimes do, but not regularly. Thanks!
Topic: patient message boards for BTC in Wylie where is it ??
Can anyone tell me where or what happened to the patients message boards for the BTC center in Wylie Texas ?? I know u would have to change the doctor to get to one of the boards but I am totally lost now , Dr Levertone was my doctor and I had to change to capps in the boards in order to post a message and stay up to date on those who had surgery that I met around the same time I had my surgery , and help would be great ...Thankyou
Topic: HELP!!!!!!!!!
I AM 19 DAYS SHY OF MY FIRST RNY B'DAY. I AM CONTINUOUSLY THROWING UP 
. NO MATTER WHAT I EAT, AND HOW MUCH I EAT.I AM VERY TIRED, AND FEEL LIKE I NEED SOME 
.I DONT LIKE FEELING LIKE THIS ALL THE TIME. I KNOW I NEED TO GO TO THE DOCTOR, BUT KEEP PUTTING IT OFF. I AM PROUD OF MY WEIGHT LOSS, WHICH IS 155LBS, BUT WOULD BE TONS BETTER HAD I NOT BE SICK. ANY ADVICE, OR ANYONE ELSE THROW UP ALOT?
TY, KERI
. NO MATTER WHAT I EAT, AND HOW MUCH I EAT.I AM VERY TIRED, AND FEEL LIKE I NEED SOME .I DONT LIKE FEELING LIKE THIS ALL THE TIME. I KNOW I NEED TO GO TO THE DOCTOR, BUT KEEP PUTTING IT OFF. I AM PROUD OF MY WEIGHT LOSS, WHICH IS 155LBS, BUT WOULD BE TONS BETTER HAD I NOT BE SICK. ANY ADVICE, OR ANYONE ELSE THROW UP ALOT?
TY, KERI Most Active
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