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I have been on OH for a while now but never in this forum.  Up until recently I have been on the fence between RNY and the Lap band.  But I too have PCOS and Diabetes and after reading some of the posts about how hard it is for us to loose weight, I know that I made the right decision for the RNY.  The Lap Band already has a lower weight loss and if it is going to be harder for me to loose weight off top I need to have the WLS that I can loose the maximum weight.

Hi Sheena,

Welcome to the PCOS board. Its a little on the quiet side, but eventually we start coming out of the woodwork.

Do you have a surgery date scheduled yet? I have PCOS and am insulin resistant (well should say was). I had surgery in September. At the end of October, my fasting glucose levels were still a little high, but by the end of November, they were within the normal range. I stopped my glucophage at 2 weeks prior to surgery.

Are you on meds for your diabetes?

Hello Kelly,

I jus got a surgery date 01/27/09

I actually am not on diabetic medication anymore.  I used to be on all of it diabetes, blood pressure, cholesterol.  But I followed the diabetic diet and lot a little weight and exercised and my A1c has been between 5.9 and 6.5 for over a year now.  But I still have PCOS and asthma, Sleep apnea, joint pain and the list goes on.

That's why I chose the RNY myself.  I have been off all diabetes med's since the day of my surg.  My 6mo' A1C was 5.2,  I was stunned.  I just got my year blood work done today, (a bit late), but I've been doing great! My bp was 120/80 w/o any meds.....

This is by far the BEST thing I have ever done for myself.

Here's my stats.

Happy New Year,

Edie

Lap RNY
11/15/07
302/192/150's (woo hoo!!!!!)

Thats great Edie.  Sounds like you are doing good.   My surgery is 01/27/09 and I can't wait to start feeling normal again.

I think RNY is probably the best choice for PCOSers! I am shocked at how much weight I have lost since surgery in Oct. I feel awesome! I hope all goes well for you!

Thank you.  I read your blog and as of 11/22 I see you lost 65 lbs.  that is great.  my surgery is 01/27/09 and I hope I will have the same success rate.  Keep up the good work.  Congratulations.

Sheena,

Good luck with your surgery.  Ultimately remember, this surgery is a tool.  You have a free ride for at least 6-7 months, then the weight loss slows down.  You've got a year to a year and a half to loose the weight, use that time wisely.  Loose as much as you can and learn as much as you can in that time.

I've seen stats that 25% of all people regain every pound!  Scary stat!  So ultimately it's up to you to keep the weight off.

God luck,

Edie

Thank you Edie.  That is really good information.  And that is one of my biggest fears, that I will gain it back.  But hopefully the fear is what will keep me on track.

Another thing to do to stay on track, is to "journal" what your eating.  There are a few sites to check out I personally use www.fitday.com, there is also daily plate, and as I recall a few others.  You'll have to ask around if you want more suggestions.

It can be a bit tedious if you want to set up your own custom foods, (they have tons of food already calculated) but once you've done that it's really simple to keep track of your cals, protein, fat, and carbs.  You can also track your exercise, weight....there are allot of things to do on fitday, and the best thing is it's free!!!

My weight has stalled this past few weeks (maybe it's the holidays!) and I have been pretty lax about journeling, when I went back on a few days ago I was kinda shocked to see I was getting in around 1400-1500 cals a day.  My goal is no more than 1200 and I though I was doing pretty good.....until I saw it written down.  So now I'm back on fitday religiously.

Edie