Renee1003 2 Posted November 7, 2010 Hi :smile2: I'm scheduled for surgery in January and I'm just curious how those with hypo-thyroidism are making out with their lap-band...? I know how slowly I lose weight NOW with it - (I also have type II Diabetes controlled by metformin). I'd love to hear from all of you that have this thyroid disorder to see how you're making out or how you've made out... Thanks renee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
heinzfam 0 Posted November 8, 2010 Hi, I am getting banded on Nov. 15th. I have Hypothyroid problems and am very hopeful this will help me lose this weight. I have tried for 5 years without surgery and have had no luck. I will keep you posted as my journey starts soon.:smile2: Kim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cangel76 1 Posted November 8, 2010 Hello there, welcome and congratulations to taking your first step to the new you. I have Hoshimotos which is one of the most common reasons for hypothyroidism. Though I was just banded on November 2, 2010, I am feeling great. With the pre and post diet I have lost a total of 20lbs already. My Endocronologist did tell me that because of the thyroid my weight loss might be slower then others and have a tendancy to plateau at times. Those were all mights and to just stay focused. I also have PCOS (Poly cystic ovaries) all things that contribute to weight gain and difficulty in weight loss. This was my last hope and my doctors both Dr. Gedeon who did the surgery, my Endo Dr. Luthra and my OBGYN doctor (they keep changing doctors on me) all suggested that this was my best option. They are all very positive and tell me before I know it, there will be a new me looking at me in the mirror. I don't believe three independent opinions would lie. I am so excited for me and for you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
L12 13 Posted November 8, 2010 I am hypothyroid and have PCOS, and though I was prepared for very slow weight loss or not losing as much as I wanted, I am thrilled with my results. From the time I hit my sweet spot until I reached goal, I never hit a plateau; I lost more some weeks than others, but I always lost! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Renee1003 2 Posted November 8, 2010 all such positive results and stories - you guys are the best!!! thank you!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bree99 1 Posted November 8, 2010 I had throid cancer and so have no thyroid at all now. I use synthroid everyday. My loss has been great, 86 pounds in about 9 months. I am still losing at about a pound a week. I have not found that the thyroid problem has slowed my down at all. However you must exercise. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
isaviolinist 11 Posted November 8, 2010 When I'm focusing, I lose between 7-10 pounds a month. There have been some months when I've lost 4 pounds and some months when I've lost almost 20. I am really not compliant when it comes to taking pills, but I recently started taking my synthroid again. Not sure if its helping or not, but I hope it is. I also exercise a lot. But I haven't really felt the effects of my hypothyroidism in my weightloss and I'm happy with the way its going. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GipsyGirl 6 Posted November 8, 2010 i also have hypo thyroid. I am on syntrhoid - its great. I also have type 2 diabetes but my doctor took me off my metformin as soon as I had the surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toyrenee 0 Posted November 8, 2010 Hi I have hypothyrodism and I have lost 22lbs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Renee1003 2 Posted November 8, 2010 HiI have hypothyrodism and I have lost 22lbs. That's awesome == CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!! How many weeks were you on post op diet....? one or two??? HOw are you feeling now? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Renee1003 2 Posted November 8, 2010 I am hypothyroid and have PCOS, and though I was prepared for very slow weight loss or not losing as much as I wanted, I am thrilled with my results. From the time I hit my sweet spot until I reached goal, I never hit a plateau; I lost more some weeks than others, but I always lost! What does "onederland" mean? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Renee1003 2 Posted November 8, 2010 i also have hypo thyroid. I am on syntrhoid - its great. I also have type 2 diabetes but my doctor took me off my metformin as soon as I had the surgery. Great weight loss results Frici!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cangel76 1 Posted November 8, 2010 What does "onederland" mean? I just found this out, onderland means under 200lbs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toyrenee 0 Posted November 8, 2010 Renee, I was on post op for one week of just liquids and Protein up until the day before surgery when I could only have liquids. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spoiltmom 44 Posted November 9, 2010 I too have hypothyroidism. I've had it for 15 years now. I'm losing great. So far I haven't noticed that it's slowing me down at all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
