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I had another type of Gastric bypass, but No it did not slow my weight loss down. Now I'm five years out, I question since the malabsorption is not as strong, is it sneaking back. Be gentle to yourself, and 39 pounds is good. I applaud. Everyone respond to wls differently. It sounds like you are doing everything perfectly. Sometimes when I did the opposite for a day or two I noticed I would lose more weight. Like eat things that helped the malabsorption...like I'm lactose intolerant....so I would eat ice cream, and bam...a couple of pounds off. But do what is safe for you. It could only wish to be so discipline.
SW / CW / GW 292 / 188 / 174 - Height 5'7, Size 10
Hum, everyone is so different. My cycle immediately regulated itself, however still had acne 6 months down the line. Being slight anemic has been forever, I really do not pay too much to that...However, consult Vitalady and take your ADEK's.
Question, its July...so has anything improved?
What had helped me, only in a month...but I did something stupid and got back on the pill and to me triggered the abnormal cycle....
I start taking Female Balancer.....and my mood, and acne is much better to none. I need to take it every single day.
SW / CW / GW 292 / 188 / 174 - Height 5'7, Size 10
1. Is WLS worth all the things you miss? do you let go of that?
By the way interesting question, I guess because it depends on what type of weight loss surgery you get. In 2010 I had the DS surgery. Excellent decision FOR ME. It was worth it because I look beautiful, and feel good about my decision. Now whenever in MY OPINOIN, you mess with the lords work, your body, its never the same. For the pass 4 years I have been constantly trying to adjust, trying to figure out my body, however, for others who had the surgery, easy as a pie. You just have to know with this surgery it is EXTREMELY important to take your vitamins and supplements that are recommended on a daily basis. Vitamin D 50mg, and calcium is extremely importing and your ADEK's. I have PCOS, I did not realize and remember I had PCOS until the 5th year because the Malabsorption has slowed down. Plus crazy me what triggered it I decided to take Birth Control pills to get rid of my acne. Crazy me, which is really a side affect from the PCOS that never went away with the surgery. Luckily I have found another alternative, which for the past month has been working out beautifully.
With DS, I can eat basically anything and everything I want, something's there are side affects of gas, and bathroom visits but hey I'm single. Plus you no longer really have those concerns the later you are out. DS was perfect for me, however on my 5th year I learned that I need to eat right and be cautious of my carbs and drink a lot of protein. .
2. What in your opinion is best WLS for pcos?
You definitely get the over 100 pounds off you. If you are over 400 you will definitely be in a better situation, but I would not promise weighing 120, but hey, you discipline enough...anything is doable. I weighed 182 and lost over 100 and wear a size 10. I right now I'm trying to ensure that I stay in that range....and to keep it real, get 10 off me. However I look great. After the 4 year it seem like I been itching up slowly, therefore I can not eat a whole pint of ice cream in one sitting because I was relying on the malabsorption to kick in. Or a whole medium pizza, or 6 slices of that medium pizza any more. I have to be more discipline.
3. What should I expect as far as healing goes?
I had an experience great doctor, and my healing was a breeze. Back at my desk job in a week.
4. How has this effected your marriage (my hubby and i both struggle with weight, he's not interested in wls ) ?
I have met couples that both had the surgery, it can cause tension, but it would be good if you both did it together. I would be scared of that bathroom....It would run anyone away, but with compassion and cleanliness..they should understand. FYI - GET your own bathroom if you can. They have toilet seats to keep the smell down. This strong malabsorption does not last for ever....I only really go to the bathroom in the morning now, but I'm a genius in keeping it fresh.
5. No, just keep reading, but if you going to do...make sure it stick.
SW / CW / GW 292 / 188 / 174 - Height 5'7, Size 10
I have been worried about PCOS keeping me heavy too. I was sleeved on 4/27/15. I've lost 45 pounds in total. I went for almost 3 weeks without any loss at all. I went to my nutritionist and told her what I was eating. She told me to add some carbs. LOL. First time I was EVER told that. The next week I lost 9 pounds. I work out about 5 to 6 days a week (zumba, body pump, incline treadmill, swimming) and eat somewhere between 400 and 600 calories a day. I have learned that you cannot compare yourself to others in this journey. Everyone's body is different.
You are so right! Thank you for that...my first thought (which def shows my issues with food) is what I can't have anymore. And to hear it the way you say it, def puts it into perfect perspective for me. I am reaching out to all my local FB pages and forums...I have lots of learning to do...I so appreciate your comment!!
I will start with question #1--- (I sound blunt... don't take it personal, that's just me)
All the things I miss? Like what? Waking up in the middle of the night incontinent? Waking up in the morning and needing nearly 15 minutes to get out of bed because of the pain in my feet and knees? Not being able to bend over in the shower to shave my legs? Or being barely able to walk a quarter of a mile without having to sit down?
I let all that go long ago when I came to the realization that I wasn't living... I was slowly killing myself from an addiction to food. What I was eating was poison. A slow poison, but a poison nonetheless.
2. I honestly can't answer this question. I chose the Sleeve for a myriad of reasons and most of them not having to do with PCOS. Am I glad I chose the Sleeve? Absolutely!
3. That question one is individual... I had the Larp Sleeve and healed quickly and with little pain. My good friend had the same surgery 3 weeks later and was in some serious pain for about 3 weeks.
4. N/A---Not married.
5. There are some really good blog writers here... and I'd just google to see what's out there in the great WWW. Look up things like Bariatric Recipes on Pinterest and on Google...even Bariatric Blogs and see what comes up.
The hardest part of this is having to really look in the mirror and take responsibility in my part of my weight. I've always been overweight. I was a fat kid, a fat teenager, and a fat adult. It was only last year that I was diagnosed with PCOS and only because I found all the symptoms in a book (Jillian Michaels' book on clean eating and hormones). I'd never been married nor had children so I was never diagnosed properly. It still doesn't change the fact that my love for a Venti Raspberry Java Chip Frappacino or a Loaded Breakfast Burrito from Carl's Jr was a daily thing and not a treat every once in a while.
No... when I had that long....lllllong talk with myself, I had no qualms of changing to a healthier lifestyle. I'd rather be living the life I deserve than slowly dying with a burrito in my hand.
Highest Weight: 340 (7/2/14) Initial Consult: 327.8 (2/24/15) Home Weigh In on Surgery Date: 291.8 (5/11/15) Today's Weight: 187.4 (5/20/16) Total So Far: 152.6 Pounds!!!!!!
"There's only us. There's only this... forget regret. Or life is yours to miss. No other road. No other way. No day but today."
Hi ALL!
I literally just got my doctor to send a referral to my local WLS center. I am NEW at all of this, however I have been thinking about this decision for at least 2 yrs. I'm tentative because I know I will miss certain things, but overall I also know i NEED to get better at being healthy. I have PCOS and almost every symptom that it causes, I've had it since I was 11. I have been trying for as many years as I can remember to lose weight and in the end my only success was gaining. With fertility treatment (clomid) I am blessed to have a 7yr old boy :) we have never been able to conceive again, but that's ok...Both of my parents have heart diesase, diabetes (type 2) sleep apnea etc, and my predisposal with pcos scares the heck outta me (my doc said I will be lucky to live til 50 if I don't lose weight) Anyways here are my questions;
1. Is WLS worth all the things you miss? do you let go of that?
2. What in your opinion is best WLS for pcos?
3. What should I expect as far as healing goes?
4. How has this effected your marriage (my hubby and i both struggle with weight, he's not interested in wls ) ?
5. Any ideas for other websites or inspiration blogs etc?
I know its alot- i'm overwhelmed can you tell? TIA!
I wish I could help more, I have not yet had WLS but I have had experience twice with CLOMID. I started at one pill a day (I weighed less then as well) and then the next month I went to 2 pills a day. I ovulated and conceived and have a full of energy 7 yr old boy now! But the 2nd time I tried and it did nothing but make me feel awful and mood swings galore! Clomid is one of those meds that can be amazing and little sacrifice for a baby. I say it's always worth a try! I hope you have good luck with little or no symptoms!
I have a very bad case of PCOS and I also suffer from infertility because of it, not to mention the super heavy menses which have caused me to be anemic. I just had gastric bypass on 4-27 and I was wondering how long it takes for the symptoms of PCOS to clear up? Thank you in advance!
RNY 4-27-15 Dr. Schauer Cleveland Clinic
did you stop taking the depo shot? I have a friend at work who did these shots; she gained 80 lbs. I have not had WLS, but I used adipex years ago to help control my appetite, and it did. I was able to lose weight with it, but was also mindful of what I was eating as well. hope you have found a solution for your PCOS.
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