Question:
Did anyone find it TOO easy?

I feel bad posting this for all those who have managed and survived serious pain and complications. I tried reading all the other answers first and didn't see anything like this posted. I know I'm being paranoid, but I've saved up all this anxiety and must put it to good use. I am 5 days out of LAP RNY. The surgery went great- had no pain or complications. I know that LAP generally does better in the way of post-operative pain, but there is still the getting used to eating again, etc. I'm home (5 days after surgery) and WORRIED that I feel fine (not even fatigued) and can eat (slowly and heathily) without pain or vomiting or anything. Did anyone go through this or should I worry that the procedure somehow won't be effective??? If in several months I can eat even more.... will I have any significant weight loss? Please let me know if in fact I WILL know when I'm full (haven't tested it) and will manage to lose.    — The M. (posted on December 18, 2000)

December 18, 2000
Your post made me chuckle -- sounds like you are the proverbial "worry wart" but you are having smooth sailing and cannot believe it! Congratulations! It will be fine, and its ok to succeed without problems! I've never thrown up either or had problems and I'm 8 & 1/2 mo. post op from open RNY. Relax. You will not experience the standard "full" feeling until you get onto real foods so don't "worry" about that either. Relax and count your blessings. Best wishes.
   — Cindy H.

December 18, 2000
Hi Momster: I'm almost 5 months post and I have tested many waters. I do not dump on ANYTHING, never had any post-op complications, survived with a little discomfort, but no unmanageable pain (I had Open RYN), haven't vomited or had gas or nausea. I have lost 61 pounds - which leads to me believe that yes, if you have little or no complications or dumping syndrome, you tend to lose weight slower...but I started at 277, BMI 43, so I knew I wouldn't be a member of the FASTEST LOSERS CLUB. What really matters though is that I feel great, I look great and my doctor is more than pleased with my progress. Oh yeah, I felt guilty too...seems that so many of our fellow WLSers have to bear so much through insurance and surgery, that it just doesn't seem fair that I can sail right through it like nothing happened. On the other hand, my personal trial is in that it cost me 7 months off work (I was between jobs when I pursued WLS) and a huge tapping into my retirement account. Would I do it again? Absolutely! Good Luck to you! I'm very glad to hear that you are doing so well, and I know you will continue to lose weight. Hugs,
   — Allie B.

December 18, 2000
HI! Boy am I glad you asked that question! I was asking myself the same question this morning. I have not been exactly pain free, but nothing unmanageable. I am exactly one week post-op today, and have so far been able to keep everything down. I haven't felt sick with anything, and aside from a LOT of gas (sorry!) really feel pretty good. I started to wonder if the doc really did the surgery! **S** Just know that you are not alone feeling guilty. I have read about others' difficulties and my heart has gone out to them. However, we all have our crosses to bear and I bet you have had your fair share of difficulty in life. So, enjoy your relatively easy recovery, keep those less fortunate in your prayers, and keep doing what you need to in order to be successful. Congrats again. Maria
   — Maria H.

December 18, 2000
I'm glad to read that there really are people who don't get throw up all the time, have unexplainable pains, etc. I'm set for RNY surgery on 1/9/01 -- I'm excited and apprehensive. My mother absolutely does NOT want me to have this surgery because it's going to "mess me up." I'm glad several of you posted ... it's what I need to read. ...except I would like to lose a lot and fast.
   — Betty Todd

December 18, 2000
Ok, me! BUT, I have found that so much in my life wasn't, or isn't easy, that I DESERVE this:) I know I expect everything to be difficult as I am used to that, that this surprised me (almost disappointed me). Ah, codependency, the gift that keeps on giving. I am here, counting my blessings and saving the energy on the next thing that comes along that ISN'T easy- like maybe consistant exercise (or maybe the last 38 pounds to goal:) 11 months postop, down 115 pounds
   — M B.