RNY risks, results and research.

Hello All, 

I am new to this site. Currently working with the team at the Thunder Bay Bariatric clinic in ON. After the orientation I was terrified, this seems like such a huge and permanent change. I have been diagnosed with PCOS, and my weight has reached an all time high despite my efforts to be healthy. I'm looking to hear the good, the bad, and the things that no one tells you about the surgery from those that have been in my shoes and made a decision to either go ahead with it or not.

Looking forward to hearing from you! 

Everyones journey is different. I was 60 years old with diabetes and high blood pressure. I was unable to walk because of joint pain. I am now 3 years out. This was the best decision I ever made. I no longer have diabetes or high blood pressure. I still have joint issues but I can now do things I only hoped to do before. I bike swim and walk everywhere I can.

There are risks in any surgery but for me the bigger risk was not having it. It saved my life

Welcome to the forum. You're correct - it is a huge and permanent change. As a 9-year RNY vet, I could quite literally write a book in answer to your request for the "good, bad, and things no one tells you", so I'll abstain for now. My best advice: read, read, and read some more. I think you'll find the majority of your initial questions will be answered. When you have some specific questions or concerns, I'm more than happy to help.

Welcome to the board.  You described it right, huge and permanent.  And it can be very scary.  As Karen said, read, read and read some more, and ask questions.

When asked, everyone admits to only one regret, not doing this sooner.

There are a lot of things you can do to prepare, but make sure that you are mentally and spiritually ready for this change.  If you go in and aren't ready, you won't do as well.

I wish you luck on your journey.

Cathy

I'm going through the process in Thunder Bay as well :) There is a group on facebook as well for Thunder Bay.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/TBBariatric/

Welcome to the forums!

I did a lot of research myself before making the leap to asking for a referral. That's where I found these forums to be truly a Godsend.

Just an FYI: there IS a search function. At the top of the page, click the Magnifying Glass icon and it will bring up your search field. You'll be able to narrow down your parameters there. But for now, general reading on these forums will really be of help.

Good luck making your decision. Personally I can tell you that I am thrilled I did this. I wish I could have done it when I was younger!

Thank you all for your replies! I will keep scouring this site. Karen M - should you decide to write that book, I'd totally buy a copy.