Question:
Do you handle the heat/humidity better after losing weight? Do you sweat less?
I'm just curious to see if you can handle being outside in the heat and humidity better after losing weight? I live in SC and its usually about 90-95 with high humidity in the summer and I cant stand it outside for more than a few minutes before I feel like Im gonna pass out. I get a headache,and overheated not to mention I sweat as soon as I step outside. Has you sweating lessened? I now sweat all the time especially on my face and I hate it. — curliequu (posted on September 7, 2003)
September 7, 2003
I went jogging (who ever thought up jogging should be punished!) with my
husband this morning and got my heart rate up there but while he was
literally dripping I was just barely dewy. Isn't that a pretty feminine
word for sweat? I barely notice the heat but the sun does really take it
out of me now more than before. I would have been sweating standing still
in the shade had it been 90 degrees out pre op.
— Carol S.
September 7, 2003
Yes, it is better but you also freeze half to death in cold weather. No
insulation, i guess. I have froze all day and it is in the 70's here.
— Delores S.
September 7, 2003
I was always hot when everyone else was freezing, I was sweating all the
time. I had surgery on 4/21/03 and have lost 83 pounds to date. I now get
cold when others are comfortable. I never thought that would happen. I
think I have lost my insulation! LOL!
— wildchild
September 7, 2003
Hi Melanie, I am now 7 mths postop and before having this surgery, I
couldn't stand the heat nor the humidity at all! I sould only go outside
for a few minutes on a hot day and then I had to be indoors or in some kind
of air condtioned place. I thougth I was going to die to because it was so
hot out sometimes and my face after just a few minutes would get beat red
and I would start sweating so bad, I couldn't even enjoy the outdoors
without feeling like I was going to pass out! So I definetely now how you
are feeling! Now since after having surgery and down 106# so far, I can
honestly say that I am able to enjoy myself alot more when going outdoors
on a hot day even though sometimes the weather is so dreadful and I don't
want to be out in it, I can get around now alot better in it an I am able
to tolerate it alot better and I don't have those same feelings as I did
before, and as for the sweating thign I can say yes it has lessened quite a
bit even though I have about 75# more to lose, it has gotten sooooo much
better! Hope this helps and good luck to you!
— Melodee S.
September 7, 2003
I am almost 7 months aout and tolerated the NY summer quite well. I even
went to the beach!! The only time I sweat alot is at the gym and when I
have my hot flashes LOL!!! Good luck!!
— Fixnmyself
September 7, 2003
Hi, I had the same problem before I had my surgery on July 28, 2003(down 45
pounds). I live in Louisiana where the humidity is total Heck! The only
time I sweat is when I do exercise (mostly walk right now) but then I have
to walk a half mile before I sweat. Trust me, your days of sweating will
be over soon after you undergo this surgery.
— RACHEL A.
September 7, 2003
You will handle the heat and humidity much better after losing weight. I
used to sweat getting dressed in the mornings and now I have to work out
for 1/2 hr to sweat. I think the sweating is different too. When I work
out at Curves, the sweat pours off my chest mostly and it kinda looks neat!
I mean, sexy. Especially with shoulder blades and a tan. Hummmmmm.
— Mylou52
September 7, 2003
Thanks for the replies I cant wait to stop sweating so much and for once
finally be cold! lol
— curliequu
September 7, 2003
I had wls on 4/22, and noticed a huge difference this summer already. I
actually feel cold sometimes when no one else is. It's great!
— [Deactivated Member]
September 7, 2003
Hi there, Melanie! I hate to be the voice of negativity, but is hasn't
changed very much for me. I can handle it a little better, but I still
sweat! Anything over 50 is getting too hot for me, but I couldn't take the
summer humidity. Vi. open RNY 9/23/02 down 150 lbs.
— Vi F.
September 7, 2003
I had my surgery in February.. Used to I could just think about going
outside and would sweat but since my surgery and losing weight...I don't
sweat unless I am doing manuel labor .It is so nice not to be sweaty !!! I
think you will see a big difference.
— Rhonda S.
September 8, 2003
I definately sweat less. I'm now MUCH more comfortable outside in the
heat. I didn't have any problems this summer when the temperature was 90
degrees. I felt a little hot but didn't sweat.
— Patty H.
September 8, 2003
OH MY GOODNESS YES!!!! Pre-op I would sweat all year round. I used to
sweat from drying off after a shower, going to the mailbox, getting
dressed, cooking, anything. Now with over 100 pounds gone I can do
anything and everything no matter how hot it is outside. I havent turned
on my AC yet and anyone who has been to GA in the summer knows that says a
lot!! At night I use only a fan with no problems or discomfort. Just one
more reason to love WLS. ~Sidney~ Open RNY 10-23-02 down 115+ and counting
— Siddy I.
September 8, 2003
I guess I sweat less.. although I sweat a lot more now that I work out..
but that's in the gym, where you're supposed to
sweat.<br><br>For me, I noticed last winter I froze, this
spring and summer I've worn a jacket or sweatshirt more than I ever though
I would in my life.. a big surprise -- so I guess I'm not so warm anymore.
I have to admit, the prospect of this coming winter with few clothes and
cooler temps makes me worry a little about how cold I'll be... just a
little though.. ultimately... as a friend reminds me -- its all good.
— Lisa C.
September 8, 2003
I have noticed since I had the surgery I am always cold. Everyone laughs
at me now cause I was the one that was always hot and everyone else froze.
So I guess you can say you can handle the heat better.
— Joan T.
September 8, 2003
I live in west central Florida and like you, I couldn't be outside for more
than a couple minutes pre-op. I am now 5 months post-op - down 115 lbs, and
I go out in mid-day and mow our yard. Takes me about an hour and a half. I
sweat while I'm out there, but the point is, I am out there working hard
for an hour and a half!!!
Pre-op I used to keep it so cold inside my husband said you could hang a
side of beef in our house. Now, I have to turn the AC up and he complains
that it's too hot now!
Bottom line...everyone is different - but most people I have talked with
find their internal thermostat lowers a little and they are much more
comfortable and can stand a little more heat as well as experience cold
spells from time to time.
Best Wishes!
— victoriandove
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