I do regret not having WLS sooner than I did. I wasted so very much time sick and disabled by my weight and co-complications, like depression, scoliosis, asthma, emphysema (I've never smoked), sleep apnea, all-over pain and discomfort. I never really played with my kids, my grandkids, or my husband. Now, after having a RNY-lap surgery almost six months ago, I've lost from 282 pounds to 192 pounds. The past month or so I developed a pretty intense dull pain in my stomach and to the left, under my left rib. I put off calling the doctor's office until a few days ago. I was prescribed prevacid which I have taken once a day. No more pain. I go to the doctor next Thursday for my appointment. My biggest regret is perhaps not listening to my doctor's initial recommendation to have a lap band. That's only because I absolutely hate taking my vitamins and minerals. Ugh!!! I am more alive today than I was in December. I have gone from a size 3X to a 14-16 (Large). I still suffer from depression, and I still use my c-pap machine for sleep apnea, but I don't SUFFER from asthma and emphysema. I suppose I still have it, but I'm not suffocating like before. I am thankful for the surgery. I am grateful to my doctor for his professionalism and expertise. I am very grateful to my husband for the medical insurance which allowed me to have this surgery without breaking the bank. I thank God that I lived through the surgery to better the quality of my life. Do I regret it? Not really. I just need to get my ducks in order and start taking those yucky supplements for which I am also thankful. Dixie

I finally got it,thanks it means:laughing my but off.I,m pretty sure you know what the F means and its not very nice. Thanks for responding. God Bless You xoxoxo Rosie

this board shoul be listed first.i will have the sx. i will feel like no one understands.thes stories should be told to every pre-op out there.people jump on the bandwagon to soon.i think pre and post counsiling( by a phsycoligist)should be manditory.this sx. is not normal to our bodies.certainly not our minds.most of our problems were in our heads to some extent( before the sx.)they will still be waiting to be delt with afterwards. wls is by no stretch of the imagination 'the easy way out'. best wishes to every one

I may be late on posting but I think all of you guys are Right!!! But I too feel the way Lade A feels (sometimes) It is very hard for me to deal with all the protein and liquids and all. I guess I wasnt prepared for all the mental stuff. All I heard was good things from the surgery. I mean It is all good and I thank God for this new life,but I wished that I could've read a lot about the downs of the surgery so that maybe I could've thought twice about having it or just would've been better prepared. And this forum is for advise and encouragement,but also we need to hear the REAL TRUTH about everyones journey. Adn LADE A i think your doing a good job helping other people. All or you guys have different exp. and thats all GOOD. And thank You all for your wonderful stories. God Bless Rosie

you know as long as your happy I say GO FOR IT!!! You know I was happy with myself about 10yrs ago. I wouldnt have done the surgery either. But I did it for health reasons ONLY. And I guess I have my days,because today I feel better about the whole thing. WHo knows tomorrow. But everybody says that I look good and that makes me feel better,not only that but I can walk better too But honestly the food thing does get to me. I do know how you feel girl,and I am sorry that you feel bad. Rosie