In the process but still unsure if I am making the right decision, please help!

Hi I started the process about two months ago when my doctor told me I was an excellant canidate for gastric bypass. I have been through all the physical test, attended the informatonal seminar, now I am scheduled for the psychology exam in a few days. I am looking at the Roux-en-Y bypass and would like to know if you had it to do over again would you? Also how difficult is it to get into the new diet routine? Thanks you for any help available.

I would definately do it over again!! It has been a wonderful experience for me so far As for the diet routine? The first few months were difficult... I had to do 2 weeks liquids post-op then soft foods for 4-6 weeks and then on to a more normal diet. Its definately a learning process and figuring out what works for you and what doesnt. I took a lot of time pre-op to work on my food issues and knew I was 100% mentally prepared for the surgery so I had a pretty easy time post-op. I didnt go thru a food mourning stage like some do or depression. I havent replaced food with anything at this point except a healthier attitude and body. I am still working on getting rid of some old bad habits but compared to how I use to be Ive done a complete 360. I look forward to reaching my goal weight in the next few months, seeing the plastic surgeon and putting all this behind me so I can move forward in life!

I am almost 21 months out. My current weight is 95lbs. I have been sick the whole time. But,,,,,I would do it again over and over. It is worth it to me....................Like I told the doctor in the e.R. Tuesday is that it is not just a body change.................It has a lot to do with your head too. My whole life has changed. It has been a big change for my kids as well. I stay so sick and pass out so much my 21 year old son has to carry his mom to bed all the time. My daughter has missed so much school from having to stay home with mommy..........I still work but I miss a lot of work. I just feel so sorry for my kids...........................................I cry all the hate putting off on them. My daughter is 15 years old she should be out hanging with friends not baby sitting mom......It is a change....... But I would do it again. I have lots of faith in God and I just know I will be well soon......................... Have a blessed day amy

What you are going through is not typically what I have heard I can not help but to weep for you and your family. I pray that God will give you wisdom according to James 1:5 on exactly you need to do to gain strength in your body. I am right now at 285 at 5'8" but I would not want to go below 165lbs if I cant control this then I dont think this is right for me. I promise you I will pray for your family daily and can not wait to hear what God has already done by faith. Be blessed in Jesus Name Ben

Its hard to say how low you may or may not drop... typically you will hit your lowest weight then gain back 10% of what you lost. I am 5'7" and my goal is 155... I am curretnly 178 at 9 months out... Im not at a point where I am working to reach my goal, the weight isnt just falling off. Im thinking that I wont have a probelm with dropping too low. I have read where some people went much lower than their goal weight (not to the extreme of the above post)... not sure if everybody experiences the 10% regain but I know a few who are hoping they do. I think once time goes on it will be easier for most to stick to a certain weight but keep in mind at the beginning you may dip down low and come back up.

you just gotta go for it. I know it is not for everyone. But it is a chance you gotta take. Just go for it and don't look back. My gbs is just rolled up and stapled. It can be undone if I choose to. But I know if I do I will fall back into hitting burger King wide ass open................use to be hooked on burger king....go for it and let us know. amy

Hello Bobby, Welcome !!! I had my RNY surgery on March 14, 2006 and I have lost over 160 pounds, WOULD I do it again ??? HECK YES in a second, best thing I have ever done. I feel wonderful and I have had no problems at all, very little pain , honestly it has been a walk in the park for me. Learning about food can take you a while, I had the 2 week liquid diet before surgery ( THAT was hard ) after surgery the doctor gives you a week by week guide as to what you can have... follow the directions, exercise, drink your water do what the doc says to do ,,, and chances are you will be fine. This surgery has saved my life I am so grateful. Take care

I am 7 days post op and I would do it again in a heart beat. I was one of the fearful ones going in to surgery. None of my fears have been founded! That is a testament to where fear is derived. I have not felt this good in 10 years and I am only 7 days out. The edema is gone from my feet and legs. I am walking straight. I am walking at a normal pace with ease. I have not been sick; even with the upper g.i. "drink" and subsequent X-rays. I have stopped my 15+ years of persistant cough. I am not wheezing and I am off my very expensive asthma medicine. I can breath like never before. It's like the pressure was removed from my diaphram. My hands are almost down to normal size. I have not had one body cramp since the surgery and trust me I had them all time. They were fierce and unpredictable. I bounce out of bed where I used to struggle. All this and it's only the first week! Blessings, Diane

Hi Bobby, my name is Jeannie and I live in Atlanta, Georgia and I had the RNY back July 27,2006 last year and I really feel so much better, and a answer to your question. Yes, If I had to do it all over again I would. This surgery has saved my life and I'm a lot happier. I'm glad that I'm able to do so much more. Hug's Jeannie

Hi Bobby. I am also unsure about this decision. I have been through all the pre op tests and am just waiting for the 3 month supervised diet in order to submit to insurance. I was seeing a psychologist prior to this journey for my emotional eating issues. He is against the surgery. I told him and he thinks I should do this own my own and that there are so many people that develop another addiction. He said it is dangerous and he is concerned that this is going to be another failed tool like WW, adkins, Xenical, Phentermine, etc. He keeps asking me what is different this time. I got mad and told him I am doing it but all I can think about is what he said. Then I go on the website and post ops are talking about spit ups, throwing up, food getting stuck, gas, nausea, revisions etc. and I'm starting to freak out.. I want this but I am scared. What if the benefits don't outweigh the risks? Maybe we can figure this out together?? Thanks for listening all! Jennifer