Question:
Seeking Those With 70+ BMI
I was hoping folks with at 70+ BMI could let me know if they are having surgery or had it and your story long or short. I am worried that I will have alot more problams than others.Has anyone not have a long stay in the hospital? One more thing,can my husband stay as long as he wants? — katfish (posted on December 7, 2002)
December 6, 2002
Hi...I started out at a BMI of 73.5 (427 lbs - 5'4") and at this
point, I am at a BMI of 52.5 (305 lbs) after my RNY on 7/17. Please refer
to my profile for my "story". I haven't any post-op problems
whatsoever (knock on wood *G*). I was operated on a Wednesday and
discharged the following Monday (I had an open RNY). As far as your
husband staying, you would have to talk to the hospital about that. If
you have a private room, it may be possible...JR
— John Rushton
December 6, 2002
My BMI was 90. (5'6"-494 pounds day of surgery, but I had been as high
as 530. Check my profile. I had a duodenal switch (DS) with absolutely no
problems. I give credit for that to my surgeon who is a perfectionist. He
made certain that any possible complications were minimized. I was in and
out in 5 days and had no adverse reactions to the surgery. Good Luck to
you...
— merri B.
December 6, 2002
Hi - My BMI was 75 when I had the surgery on Aug.15, 2001. I've lost 244
pounds since that day and I've NEVER felt better. I went into the hospital
on a Wed. morning and was home by that Friday evening. By the way, I had a
RNY distal and I'm still losing. My hope is to have lost 250 by either
Christmas or the end of the year. The hospital stay wasn't bad at all and
really neither was the recovery. It's definitely the best thing I've ever
done for myself. As for your husband staying, I wouldn't know. All
hospitals are different when it comes to the rules and how lax they are
willing to be. Good luck in your surgery! It will take you into a whole new
world.
— Traci H.
December 6, 2002
I am still a pre-op, but I totally understand your concerns as I have a
feeling too starting out at a high weight that I will have complications
too...might be unfounded, but the feeling is there. I have a BMI of 71 and
am 5'8" tall. I too am only seeking the Duodenal Switch as this is
the best procedure in my mind for me and my lifestyle. I was recently
approved for Medicaid, so I am on a search to find a surgeon in the US who
accepts it, since none in Michigan do. But I am also weighing my options
of going to Spain and seeking surgery there with Dr. Baltasar who is an
excellent surgeon. Please feel free to email me any time if you want to
talk or you should check out the Yahoo Group - WLS400plus. This group is a
wonderful support system and truly understands what it is to be our size
since we do have different experiences and problems that our smaller
sisters and brothers do not have. As for the hospital questions...I really
dont know the answer. I would assume it all depends on hospital policy. I
believe though that the general stay is about 4-5 days for Open procedures
and about 3 for Lap.
— ImANewDee
December 7, 2002
Here is a link to Petes profile. His profile also has a link into his
website. He started out with a BMI of 112 and is one of the most
inspirational people I have ever met. He also knows several other people
that started out with the higher BMI's. I hope this helps.
http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/profile.phtml?N=H982614091
— Linda A.
December 7, 2002
Kathy
Hi, on January 11th of this year my BMI was 72.6 I weighed in at 410, I
stand 5 feet 3 inches tall. Today my BMI is 41.3 and I weigh in at 233.
Everyone has different kinds of problems and some have none.
I have been very lucky and had none so far. It has been pretty boring for
me, but I love me and my life for the first time in so long.
As for your husband staying, you might want to ask where you are having
your surgery, they may or may not have rules.
I wish you the best of luck, this is the best gift you will ever give
yourself.
If you have any question please email me.
— domestic G.
December 7, 2002
Hi Kathy, My BMI was about 90. I weighed 490 the day of surgery. I had a
hard time recovering from surgery because I was so heavy. I was in the
hospital for 6 days and then in a rehabilitation hospital for 7 days. I got
an infection in my incision which still needs to be packed twice a day. My
surgery was on Oct 11. My surgery was part lap and part open because of my
severe weight. I am much better now, but it was a lot harder then i
expected. You can read the whole story on here, under Lori Myers. E-mail me
any time if you have questions. I have lost 57lbs so far. Good luck!!
— Lori M.
December 7, 2002
I weighed 521pds and had a BMI of 74.2 the day of my surgery. I went in on
a Monday morning and was home Thursday afternoon. I haven't hade any
complications from the surgery other than a resh from sitting in the
hospital bed for too long at the hospital and at home but that is clearing
up. No hernias, No infection, Nothing. I was worried that they would not be
able to close me up because of my size but I don't even have staples. Just
a small thin line from the bottom of my breastbone to the top of my belly
button. I lost 40 pds my first 2 weeks. My wife was able to stay with me,
the whole time. The hospital even brought her meals, but it is eeach
indidual hospital that sets that policy, check with the hospital you are
gonna be staying at. If you have any questions email me and I will answer
anything, we are almost alike in BMI. Good Luck you'll do great.
— dkinson
December 7, 2002
Hi there Kathy! Now my BMI was only about 61 but as far as the hosptial
stay...my hospital was great. My hubby, Mom and niece all stayed as long
as they wanted to, no one ever told them it was time to leave. One night
my niece even spent the night! (couldn't find someone to watch her that
day) At first I was worried about it, but later on one of the nurses came
to give me a med and saw her laying down on the loveseat and said to me
"Did she want dinner too, does she need a pillow or some extra
blankets?" I was surprised but very grateful that they said nothing
about her staying with me. You should ask about the hospital rules, my
hubby even brought one of kitties to visit me as well! Vi
— Vi F.
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