What If ?

[LHT 21]

Is there any chance of u gaining ur weight back years down da road ??? Can your stomach return to its regular size ??? I know a lady who had da Bypass n she has gained all plus some weight back ......

[fyre_storm 1,412]

Yes it's all possible. Remember the sleeve has a 60% success rate. Just follow the diet and try to follow the rules.

[CowgirlJane 14,259]

Regain is possible after ANY weight loss surgery. I don't think it happens because of the stomach stretching out to its original size, it is more subtle then that. To be successful over the long haul you do need to committ to "following the guidelines" and making radical lifestyle changes.

I had your same worry and my sleep apnea doc pointed out something. He asked me if I regained half the weight I lost over 5 or 10 years did I not think the improved quality of life during that time was worth it? Did I not think that even if I only kept half off.... isn't that still better? I decided he was right and that I needed to keep fighting the obesity battle. I am determined to make the sleeve work for the long haul but regain is definately one of the "risks" of WLS.

[LHT 21]

Yes it's all possible. Remember the sleeve has a 60% success rate. Just follow the diet and try to follow the rules.

I'm gonna try my best ......this pre op is hard right now ....hopefully week two will b better ......me working n not being able to drink in my work area is hard .....I'm doing my best

[LHT 21]

Regain is possible after ANY weight loss surgery. I don't think it happens because of the stomach stretching out to its original size' date=' it is more subtle then that. To be successful over the long haul you do need to committ to "following the guidelines" and making radical lifestyle changes.

I had your same worry and my sleep apnea doc pointed out something. He asked me if I regained half the weight I lost over 5 or 10 years did I not think the improved quality of life during that time was worth it? Did I not think that even if I only kept half off.... isn't that still better? I decided he was right and that I needed to keep fighting the obesity battle. I am determined to make the sleeve work for the long haul but regain is definately one of the "risks" of WLS.[/quote']

When do u get da guidelines for da long haul ???

[iggychic 1,405]

When do u get da guidelines for da long haul ???

From your nutritionist likely, or you can just follow the USDA guidelines for a healthy diet.

Weight regain is most likely at two years out. Some do regain significant weight but most only gain a small amount of their previous excess.

[CowgirlJane 14,259]

I have had the guidelines for the long haul from the beginning. This isn't a diet, and while it is true that you can and do eat more the further you are out from surgery, the basic guidelines remain the same. Protein, veggies and no junk food. Minimal whole grain/fruit sourced carbs. Don't drink with meals and eat small portions. Same as when you are losing weight...

[LHT 21]

Thanks yall ......I plan on staying strong!!!! I CAN DO THIS