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Hi if you have Facebook I just started a group for this! Come visit and we can all help each other! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1123754284325100/

Has anyone had severe IBS or just any undiagnosed stomach issues (cramping, bloating, constipation and diarrhea) before surgery, and has surgery made it better or worse?

Thank you all for your replies! That is great that it has helped so many of you.

Hello all. I have been back and forth over several years thinking about getting the sleeve. I am 5'5'' and 230lbs. I am 26 years old and have struggled with my weight since I was a child. I even went to fat camp haha. I haven't gone for a consultation yet partly because I'm nervous they won't approve me for it and also because I am not sure about the surgery because of some of the restrictions afterward. I wanted to get some opinions if they believe this would be good for me, if you think insurance will cover it, and the things they were most disappointed with after the surgery. I am also very worried that I will screw it up and I won't lose any weight. Please help me start to sort all of this out so I can make an educated decision. I have done a lot of research and know a couple people who have had the procedure.

Of course I know that only I can make this decision but was just wanting some input from people who have or are going to go through with the procedure. Just curious about what people may share but in no way will it make the decision for me. I am ready to make a life change just more curious how some of the restrictions may influence my life like going out with friends and things of that nature. I hope that makes sense. ha