How to cover up gastric bypass?

Like Dreamy,  I've been very open about my surgery.  I'm not embarrassed about it and if people have issues with it, that's their problem, not mine.  Family members who had concerns were given a lot of information and felt better for the knowledge.  I was very, very fortunate in that everyone that counted supported me and continues to do so.  There are a few buttwads that feel that I 'cheated' by getting the surgery but they're so insignificant in my life that I just laugh at them.

My advice echoes the others.  Tell them you are going through a medically supervised weight-loss program.  This requires doctor appointments, bloodwork and other assorted appointments.  

I do hope you have someone who can help you out after surgery!

TES

Hi Goal,

I didn't tell everyone until I had to that I was having surgery.  My Mom, a few friends I trust at work and immediate family new, but those who I thought would cause me grief I waited to tell.  They didn't find out until I was doing the Optifast, and I figured I had to explain why I was drinking milkshakes and not eating.  (My first weekend on Opti included 2 family dinners and a family breakfast, an no I didn't cheat).  By that time, they couldn't say anything to stop me.

With having a bad experience with the surgery, I can see why they are scared.  If there is someone close that you would like to tell, and think you'll have a hard time with, try bringing them to appointments or support group/coffee group nights.  Then they can ask any questions that they need to in order to feel comfortable with the process.

As others have suggested, if you don't feel comfortable with telling them about the surgery, you can start with telling them that you are working on a process that will prepare you for a medically supervised program that will result in you having a healthier lifestyle.  After surgery, you can just say that you are on a medically supervised program that will help you attain a healthier lifestyle.
Cathy