VSG and Hypothyroid

[want2lose 1]

I have heard about VSG and am starting to research it. I have an inactive thyroid and no matter what I do I am having a hard time losing weight. Since taking my medicine I have gained almost 30 pounds. Has anyone had this procedure done that has hypothyroid proplems? Can anyone share any info? Thanks. :wink0:

[HEARTONMYSLEEVE 1]

I am only one and a half weeks post-op but I do have hypothyroidism. So I can't give you staggering results as proof it doesn't matter but I have already lost 14.5 pounds. I asked that same question on here before I had surgery and I spoke with my surgeon about it and everyone agreed it shouldn't matter as long as you have your thyroid under control with medication. Have you had your TSH checked lately? Are your numbers in the normal range? As long as you are actively being treated it shouldn't make a difference. Good luck to you!

[Lillie24 2]

I also have hypothyroidism. My levels are being checked now for pre surgery just to make sure that my levels are in a normal range. My doctor also says it should not be a factor as long as your TSH levels are in a normal range and you have them checked routinely.

[want2lose 1]

Thanks for the info. I really appreciate it. My TSH levels have been in the normal ranges. I haven't talked to my doctor yet. Not sure how she feels about surgery. She keeps saying to eat better and exercise more. I have done that but still don't lose weight.

[Teresa 47 0]

I had the same worries but I am loosing pretty quickly. I am only a little over 3 weeks but so far so good. I had read on here that the sleeve could maybe reverse it but my Dr. told that it would not, I will always have it. Like you, I gained weight when I started my medicine and had almost given up hope before I discovered this surgery. It does work. Good Luck!

[KZol 0]

I'm also pre-op, also hypothyroid, and never have any luck losing weight on my own. I am very excited to be sleeved and starting a new life!

[want2lose 1]

Thanks everyone for your replies. I plan on checking with my doctor, but if she tries to talk me out of it, my husband and I think it is still the right choice for me. I'm hoping to have it done by the end of May. :thumbup:

[MINI-Me 196]

I'm almost 12 weeks post-op. I have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism for 16 years. I think I've done really well & my TSH levels are in the normal range. I go tomorrow for another check-up of the levels.