Question:
long term post ops
Hi, I know that this question has probably been asked in here several times, but I was wondering if any of you long term post ops have hasd any trouble with gaining weight back and what is the long term sucess of not gaining back after having rny surgery! I am now 9 mths post op from having lap rny proximal and am very pleased so far with my results, I am down 129# so far and counting, but I am also worried that after I get to gaol or near it, in the long run say after 3 years or so I will gain back. I know that we have to use our body as a tool and continue eating in moderation and eating right, but I never hear from the long term ppl, and would like to know how they are doing! That is what scares me! thanks a bunch! — Melodee S. (posted on November 13, 2003)
November 12, 2003
I'm 2 years post-op. I will tell you that you WILL have to watch what you
eat (calorwise) and you WILL have to exercise to expect to maintain the
weight loss. I normally go up or down 5 pounds. But if I'm only gaining
and losing 5 pounds, I still feel like a success. I think it would be VERY
easy to get out of control and regain the weight. That's why I exercise.
— Patty H.
November 12, 2003
Melody, you should be on the Grad list. That's where all the long-term
post-ops are. Here's the link: [email protected]
Leslie open RNY 8/99
— Leslie F.
November 12, 2003
I have to clarify about the Grad list...everyone is welcome to lurk and
learn, but you MUST be over 1 year out to post, no exceptions. Leslie open
RNY 8/99
— Leslie F.
November 12, 2003
Hi, yes it is possible to gain some back, I fight with 5 pds up and down,
but isn't that wonderful that that is all it is, instead of 150pd? Now with
our wonderful tool we can keep it in check, it is a daily task to eat
right, you know the rules, protein, vegs, and very little carbs, lots of
water, and all our vits. I personally try to stay away from carbs as much
as possible, I still drink at least one protein drink a day to start out
with, otherwise I find I like toast, or other carbs for breakfast. The
drink keeps me till lunch which I then have string cheese (2) and maybe
some vegs, then dinner whatever I fix for hubby, light on the carbs. I know
I have an addiction to carbs. and if they are in the house I could eat
them. Since my husband is a heart patient I am blessed that he shouldn't
have alot of them either, so we don't keep them. He buys some sweets, but
keeps them put up. I can't imaige how hard it would be with kids in the
house, and to have all the goodies, but I know alot of folks on here are in
that postion and do great. I have switched addictions, now I shop (Ha) Just
remember your tool, and don't abuse it, try to plan that day what you will
eat, and have good things on hand that you can grab the right stuff best to
you hon, Suzie /open rny Oct 01 /tt/hernia June 02, further ps Jan 03
— lostitall
November 12, 2003
I am just over 3 years post op. I lost down a little below goal and then
bounced up 15 pounds and I have stayed there ever since. I feel wonderful
and enjoy every moment of life. I have days when I'm not as diligent as I
should be but I try to always follow that up with several days of carefully
watching what I eat. I'm not a slave to the scales but I try to keep tabs
on my daily intake. Best wishes!
— ronascott
November 12, 2003
Everyone is different, I have to fight to keep weight on, most have to
fight to keep it off, some do nothing and remain at the same weight. You
wont know till you get there. ~~Becky 10/01 265/130
— RebeccaP
November 12, 2003
I work pretty hard to keep the weight off, but at least now I CAN. I can
put on 8 to 10 pounds in a matter of weeks if I stop paying attention or
eat anything I want. If I eliminate refined carbs, I don't really have to
watch calories. The problem is I WANT the carbs, so that's where the
battle comes in. The good thing though, is that I feel like surgery
leveled the playing field. Now I have as much chance of maintaining a
normal weight as my thin friends.
— mom2jtx3
November 13, 2003
Congrats on the great weight loss! I am 5 years post op, and did gain some
weight back. I unfortunately gained 30#'s (in about 2 years) by cheating
and snacking all the time. I have lost that 30#'s and trying to get to
goal weight. I can't believe I gained that much weight, shame on myself!
In my huge effort to be "normal", I let myself go and didn't
worry about vitamins, protein or water... don't do that! I must remind
myself every single day that this is something I will have to deal with for
the rest of my life. Good luck with the rest of your weight loss, and have
confidence in yourself!
— ann M.
November 13, 2003
Yes, it is possible to regain at any point along the way. Suriving several
years at goal wt with minimal fluctuation does not make me bullet proof. OR
stupid proof. I've had 2 wt gains (sugar), small, but causing much
hysteria for me. I'm sure there will be more because I fall into the
stupid pit (complacency) and think for moments that I am normal. Never was,
never will be. I have a fatal disease and I have to keep it in remission
every day. By now (9 yrs), it's mostly habit, but the disease fights me
every now & then and wins. I agree with Leslie, get over to the grad
list and talk to others, observe. What are people doing who manage to beat
the disease when it attacks again? What are people doing who lose those
battles consistently? Is there mechanical flaw? Is there a flaw in the
victim's thinking program (ie, I am normal, I can eat like a normie)? It
all goes into your head to help you stay on a formula that works for you.
— vitalady
November 13, 2003
Oh, Melodee, there are post-ops way before their 3 year mark that start
gaining weight back! Once the surgery stops doing the work, bout the 18 mo
mark, it is all you with help from your tool. Those good habits that you
learned during the first 18 mo are supposed to serve you well for a
lifetime. Those that gain more than a few pounds, they usually know
why-they lapse on the good habits and let the old bad habits back in.
There are even post-ops that have gained all their weight back. Yikes!
The eating in moderation, protein first, keep the carbs and sugars low,
lots of water, regular exercise and vitamins will serve you well. In the
end its still a calories game. Calories in = calories out. And having a
plan that works for you. My plan: a 3 pound window, weigh daily and make
adjustments if I go outside of my window. Its worked so far, but it is
work.
— Cindy R.
November 13, 2003
What an interesting question. <br><br>
I was dying to see what the answers would be to this since I am about 20
pounds from my goal and am determined to make this a permanent change for
the rest of my life.<br><br>
I guess that when I read about the long term success of others, even though
I don't see this word, I read it between the lines:
<b>"determination"</b>.<br><br>
These people have decided that they are simply going to stay healthy for
the rest of their lives. They have gone through a lot to
<b>get</b> healthy, and are going to stay that way. And most of
all, they have not just made little changes, like going on a temporary diet
to lose some weight. They have made permanent lifestyle changes that mean a
whole new way of dealing with food.<br><br>
So I guess that if we apporach life after WLS like that, we will all
succeed? If we are <b>DETERMINED</b> to succeed, we
will.<br><br>
<b>GOOD LUCK!!!</B>
— kultgirl
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