Search the Community
Showing results for 'weight gain'.
Found 17,501 results
-
Help! Advice needed!
blondebomb replied to chic0660's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I wasn't done hit button..depends on your insurance and whether you have other certain dxs. That meet ins criteria..i yoyo'd with weight for 30 some yrs. My bmi was above 40..ugh..won't hurt to ask but tests will be needed. -
24 and planning to have the sleeve
Berry78 replied to adamg1700's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I was looking at something else, vitamins, I think, and came across the fact that the 2nd part of DS usually happens at around a year post sleeve. They want the patient to have lost a large chunk of his/her weight, but still be in the losing phase when getting the switch. THIS sounds right to me. Shoot, in 5 years, a person could have regained everything! -
24 and planning to have the sleeve
catwoman7 replied to adamg1700's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
the duodenal switch is sometimes done as two surgeries, so that's not too unusual. Odd he wants to wait five years between them, though. as far as losing weight, some surgeons have a BMI limit (for example, they won't operate on people with a BMI over 60 - or over 70 - or whatever). On someone with a really high BMI, the surgery is riskier, and some surgeons don't want to take the risk. So you'll either have to lose the weight, or find a surgeon who operates on people with high BMI's. -
Already cheating 5 months post op
bowlofcherries28 posted a topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Hello, I am desperately in need of some help. My husband had the sleeve gastrectomy in October. He's lost 115 pounds and looks amazing! In the beginning he was very strict and followed his diet. Now in the past month I've noticed him cheating more. He will take 1 bite of everything he's not supposed to eat, and sometimes more. I mentioned it to the nutritionist and she said it's okay as long as it's only 1 bite to satisfy his craving. It's starting to be more than one bite, and if I say something or give him a look it starts a huge fight! The other night I came home and saw a dirty ice cream bowl in the sink. I told him how worried I am bc my old boss regained ALL her weight from alcohol and ice cream. He fixed his body but not his brain. I'm 100% sure he's going to regain the weight if he's already cheating 5 months out. We have a baby now and I want him to be alive to see it grow up! He refuses to go to counseling. Please give me some advice on how to be supportive! -
I was wondering if anyone on the forum has had the Gastric Bypass and lost to much weight? Any feedback would be appreciated. Thank you!
-
Thats what I asked my dr... How does your body regulate and say this is a normal weight?? He said he only saw 1 person who lost a little too much (he thinks she intentionally made herself vomit thinking she was too fat)..
-
Taking the Plunge - Questions?
psychprof replied to MissKay's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That's interesting. Yes, it seems like most insurers and even some Bariatric programs require the six month nutrition thing first. The only one I've seen from reading through these forums that doesn't is Harvard pilgrim (which I happen to have). I'm grateful too because my BMI is 41 and if I lose any weight I could drop down easily to under 40. I know what you mean--everything I've ever tried usually yields about 20-30 lbs loss, but that's about it. -
Amazed at being qualified
Babbs replied to ladygg1967's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
As a rule, no. The lower the BMI, the slower the weight loss. Don't let that discourage you. Slow and steady wins the race. -
First Appointment tomorrow
Faithoftheheart replied to Ourlifecomplete's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had my first appt June 4th. I live about 3 hours from the Bariatric center of Kansas city. The way it worked there is you submit your health history and insurance information and attend the seminar then once they had all my paperwork they assigned me a case manager. The case manager arranged for all my required appts in one day it was a long day lol. This was how that day went. At 8am I checked in for my pysch evaluation which involved filling out about 5 pages of bubble questions that took about 40 mins then I saw the psych Dr (his office works in conjunction with their office) I met with him for about 40 mins answered his questions and he reviewed my forms and by the end of the session he said I was clear on the psych portion. After that I had to attend a class from 10:30 to 1pm it is a patient education and guideline session they go over in detail the type of surgery what to expect information regarding preop diet vitamins protein shakes guidelines on what to eat at each phase of recovery and more. The class is a requirement for everyone at our clinic and is extremely informative and I learned a whole lot. Then my next appt was after 1 I had weight and height done then they gave me an ekg. After that was done I went to a room and waited for the dietian appt where we went over the diet portion of the program. After that appt around 2 I saw the surgeon. He asked a bunch of questions and said he thought my choice for the RNY was the most appropriate for me and said I had to have an EGD to look at my stomach and test for h pylori which he has all patients do. When that appt was over I met with my case manager who gave me an order for the EGD to be done by a local gastroentologist and we went over the checklist provided and they also gave me the consent and request for my actual medical records from my primary care physician. Then I was finally done I had all my appointments completed in one day. I was able to get my EGD done the week after and my Dr faxed my medical records to the clinic. I then paid my program fee and now all I have to do is have the surgeon review my medical records and make sure I had the previous failed diet documented then we submit to insurance. It seems almost to easy lol but it has been a realitivly painless process so far. -
So tomorrow is my first appointment with the Surgeon. I had to go to a seminar so I met him and his staff already. Wondering what I should expect. I know we get measured and they take our weight but what else?
-
Very First Nut Visit
alishams86 replied to Gethealthy2016's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You can do it. All those numbers can and will be fixed by all the hard work you put in. Just take it a day at a time. I started with high blood pressure is the 140/90 and now my BP is down to 116/69 and that is just with the pre op weight loss and life style change. Hoping after surgery will be able to ditch those BP meds for good! You can do this. Just think of your long term goal to be healthy and have the best possible lab numbers possible! Best of luck! -
hi, i am in my late 40's and yes i do worry some. i have started using 2 pd weight when i walk. i am hoping that helps some. if not then one day i will have a breast lift and reduction if i have to. it will be worth it all. and hey we are still young!!! right?:tongue2:
-
I had to lose 10% of my body weight in the first year and then show I could maintain it for a year before I was approved for my sleeve. (I'm in Scotland though do things are different here)
-
Highest weight Thanksgiving 2013
JessRose posted a gallery image in Before and After Gastric Sleeve Photos
From the album: Weight loss journey in pictures
This is closest to the only full body picture I've had since I had my son. We all know how we didn't allow such things. My beautiful sister in law took that picture and posted it on Facebook. Ugh I was mortified. I moved out of state a year before this picture and I didn't want those I left behind to know what I've become! Oh well. Another form of motivation. -
My place said it was all about the liver. You are not at an extremely high weight and have lost over recent time. Since your body is in a losing mode already, they may think you just won't need it. I'd actually ask if some have to do, some don't. It would concern me to use a surgeon who does not have anyone doing a pre-diet (everyone can't be "ready" without it) but I actually would applaud a doctor who applies common sense as to whether you personally need that diet. My place has a one size fits all mentality which has always sort of tickled me about this program. If there was ever a program that should realize one size does NOT fit all, it should be this one! Go on the safe side and eat very healthy in those last 4 or 5 days. I would suggest cutting out all bad carbs, as tempting as it might be to enjoy that last sweet thing. Enjoy the type of diet you'd expect to be eating once you are sleeved and back to a typical healthy diet.
-
Thanks. I think that might be why I might not have to do the diet. I will find out more tomorrow at the pre-op. I have lost weight, and all since July, mainly in the last few months. The VA requires 5-10% body weight loss and kept off for the surgery otherwise they start you over again. The surgeon's reasoning was that I had already lost weight and was doing good because I am still losing. I have lost an additional 5lbs since I saw her in February. I am just curious.
-
Will The Sleeve Help Us Keep It Off?
Mid West replied to Mid West's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks everyone for your replies. My only doubt really is self-doubt. I haven't managed to maintain my weight with diet and exercise in the past; hence looking for help from a sleeve. If diet and exercise are key, aren't I just doomed to put it all back on again? Feeling despondent today but off to see the Surgeon's Psych lady soon so maybe that'll help. Lx -
Will The Sleeve Help Us Keep It Off?
J.Diesel replied to Mid West's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's very important to remember that the sleeve is only an aide to help us loose weight...we also need to retrain our minds of what to eat along with adopting a exercise routine to help us achieve our ultimate goal of being healthy. If you continue your healthy living, you'll be able to keep off the weight. -
New Bander needs your help - numbness
hallfamilyx2 replied to hallfamilyx2's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Okay - I am still experiencing this problem. For a while it would come in sharp pains - usually when sitting at length or sleeping. Doesn't seem as bad now - I only recognize it when I touch the side of my leg. My doctor doesn't seem concerned since my back is not hurting and I have no other problems. I will admit that it has been somewhat better since losing more weight................ -
Will The Sleeve Help Us Keep It Off?
BrownDoesAll replied to Mid West's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I agree with everyone. I also understand your trepidation. Having been sleeved for almost two years I am proud to day I have not gained any of the weight back. I believe the sleeve was the tool that helped me maintain my surgery weight loss of 75 pounds. The sleeve gives me restriction and a reminder not to eat too much. My portion sizes at one time are a bit larger than at the beginning, but still smaller than pre-surgery and still smaller than most everyone in my family. I think the smaller stomach is always there to remind me of the journey. It's there to remind me to stay in control. Having said that. In almost two years, I've not reached my goal weight and am still trying to lose more weight. The surgery doesn't change our brains (wish it did). We must still be mindful of what we eat, when we eat, how often etc. Our bodies still have the ability to gain weight. We are in control. binge eating, grazing, too many bad carbs (in my case), sweets etc not controlled will cause us to gain weight. I think, like the others have said. the sleeve is the tool that should help you in your desire to get to and maintain a healthy weight as long as you add it to a true desire, plan and implement a healthy way of eating. Good Luck!! -
Will The Sleeve Help Us Keep It Off?
Heyher replied to Mid West's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The sleeve helps us lose, but we have to be mindful of sliders and nutritionally void foods. It is possible to gain back with any bariatric surgery. But just like losing takes work, so does gaining it back. Complacency is not something that we can really afford. -
Will The Sleeve Help Us Keep It Off?
vinniej3 replied to Mid West's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm relatively new in the process, as I was sleeved on August 5th. I think this is the ultimate tool for weight loss, but I can't say that it is a "cure all." At the end of the day, successful weight loss and (more importantly) maintenance is all on the individual. As poster above me stated, you can lose all the weight, but if you get into bad habits (constant grazing; terrible food/drink decisions, etc.), you will gain it back. The sleeve is an outstanding tool, but like any other tool, you have to use it correctly for it to work. You can have all the tools in the world, but those tools won't build a house by themselves. I guess what I'm trying to say is that ultimate success or failure does not lie w/ the sleeve, it lies with you. -
Will The Sleeve Help Us Keep It Off?
Mid West posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Do you really think the sleeve will help us keep it off? I mean, it's still such a relatively new procedure without much data to fall back on. I have read about people gaining the weight back but then I do understand that earlier procedures left the stomach much bigger and that could account for some people's regain. I KNOW that I can lose weight, I've done it enough times. I lost 126lb last year - but I never keep it off. Will the sleeve help us to do that? Lx -
If you are struggling with quitting smoking you might try e-cigs. They helped me quite. The 10th will be my 3 year anniversary of quitting smoking. As far as excess kin, it's going to happen. Almost everyone seems to think they will be forced to live with it for the rest of their lives. In reality, you can have plastic surgery to remove it. Just think of it like the weight loss surgery is only part 1 of a 2 or more part surgery you will need. You can actually go ahead and research it and save up for it since most insurance companies will not cover it.
-
Should I do a pouch test? I am 7 months out, and lost 70lbs and have 20 left. I have stalled but workout about 6 days a week. I eat well and get my protein in. Not sure if it's weight training or what...maybe exchange of fat for muscle??? Super annoying to bounce between 158 and 160 over and over.
