Slower weight loss with PCOS?
I find my weight loss is a lot slower then other people my size and height.
But... I do remember reading that VSG surgery you lose the weight slower because your body is still absorbing a lot of the food. whereas with RNY it's a bit faster.
It also depends on your starting weight. I'm 228 right now and when I asked on my regional group that I wasn't losing fast enough I was told that I was a lightweight. If you are 300 - 400 pounds you will lose a lot faster.
Katie
But... I do remember reading that VSG surgery you lose the weight slower because your body is still absorbing a lot of the food. whereas with RNY it's a bit faster.
It also depends on your starting weight. I'm 228 right now and when I asked on my regional group that I wasn't losing fast enough I was told that I was a lightweight. If you are 300 - 400 pounds you will lose a lot faster.
Katie
HW 282 OW 273 SW 247 CW 232
I had my VSG about 5 weeks ago. I've lost 20 pounds since then. I really feel that my PCOS and hormones are slowing me down. I've had 2 periods since surgery! I'm also a grouchy bear about half the time. I'm hoping things will settle down, but I guess it's just the continuing curse of PCOS.
I'm trying extra hard now to eliminate the carbs, since I know we're more sensitive. Hoping that helps.
I'm trying extra hard now to eliminate the carbs, since I know we're more sensitive. Hoping that helps.
I have not had my VSG yet, but am in 4 weeks. I was told forthright thta women with PCOS have a more difficult time losing, so where a "normal" person might lose 60% someone with PCOS might be more likely to lose 45%, it will be more difficult and take longer. Also more difficult to maintain, you will have to be more diligent.
I am glad I was told this ahead of time, so I won't be disappointed when the time comes.
Good luck ladies!
I am glad I was told this ahead of time, so I won't be disappointed when the time comes.
Good luck ladies!