r4snd 25 Posted August 3, 2012 Well I had my first visit with everyone. Took my daughter with me cause I thought she was going to be my support system but when the doctor talked about all that can happen she decided it was not worth the risk. She said if I can lose weight in the three months then why don't I continue that. It is hard to explain that I am already at risk for Many things. I am sorry I took her. Any suggestion or advice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DLCoggin 1,788 Posted August 3, 2012 Every surgery has risks and loved ones often get concerned when they hear that. It might help your daughter if she understands the benefits and risks beyond what a doctor can explain in a short meeting. And it might help you be more comfortable as well. Here are some great online resources to get you started. There are many more. The bottom line for me was that the odds were overwhelmingly in favor of my surgery being successful. I would do it again in a second. You're gonna love the new you!! http://www.hsph.harv...vention-source/ (Harvard School of Public Health) http://www.webmd.com/ http://asmbs.org/ (American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery) http://iom.edu/Repor...Prevention.aspx (Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Science) http://www.wlslifestyles.com/ (This is a digital magazine with an ENORMOUS amount of information on weight loss surgery. Cost is $19.95 for a one year subscription and imho that's a real bargain.) http://www.mayoclinic.com/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lebim 381 Posted August 4, 2012 Only you can know what's best for you and your health. When I asked my dad (who os also morbidly obese) why he didn't consider getting the surgery too since it's obviously covered under our insurance he said "because I know if I get my fat ass on a treadmill that i'll lose the weight instead of taking the pussy way out" So yeah. Family aren't always the best support system. But look who's a lot healthier and happier now versus my dad who still morbidly obese, a smoker, has high blood pressure and is borderline diabetic. - Kaylee Ann ~ Surgiversary: 6/11/12 1 Dominique1988 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaniG 54 Posted August 5, 2012 My dad used to be morbidly obese and lost the weight without surgery. Just 3 hours after my surgery he says to me "I didn't need surgery to lose weight. What's wrong with you?" Needless to say him and I don't get along. Never really did. I knew I needed the surgery and no one was changing my mind. Do what you know is right for you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LosingItForMe2011 320 Posted August 5, 2012 In the end it really is your decision and only YOU can answer the question as to whether you can do this following the rules given to you by your bariatric surgeon and nutritionist regarding eating, amounts to eat and exercise etc that needs to be done. You know how often you tried before to lose weight and how successful you were etc. Definitely read and do research for yourself. DLC provided a lot of good links and I'll also recommend the Weightloss Surgery for Dummies book. It was a great reference and compared surgeries available. Explains well what needs to happen etc. Good luck with your decision Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
john 181 Posted August 5, 2012 DLCoggins is my saviour !!!! 2 hajones5891 and DLCoggin reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
worm2872 635 Posted August 5, 2012 All is great advice. Thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites