nervous about surgery

I am wanting to have the gastric bypass surgery. I have a BMI of 60.2. I am still waiting to hear from the insurance, but I was wanting to know if anyone with this high of a BMI had any issues recovering? Were there any issues with doing the surgery laproscopic? Also, have you had any skin issues after losing?

Thanks,
Breanna

I was 60 (BMI) when I had it laprocscopically, June 3rd.  I was ok.  I did have  a small healing issue, an abcess.  I am Ok though and no regrets.  I'll send you a friend request so you can read about all that if you want to.  :)

That would be great. Thanks!

Hi Breanna,

I started with a BMI of 62, had no major complications. Had a minor infection at my JP drain site, that cleared up quickly with oral antibiotics.  I was a little weak the first week after surgery, but not too bad.  I have done well since my surgery 9 months ago.  I am down 134# and feel great.  I do have loose skin, but it is a small price to pay for not carrying around all that weight.  Feel free to ask me any specifics you might have!!!

Good luck to you!!

Caroline
 

Hi Stella Blue and all,

I  to have a high BMI of 58 and would love to read your story.  Please invite me as your friend.  Thanks in advance.