High BMI's

[This-is-my-journey 124]

Hello All!

I was wondering if there's anyone out there who had high BMI and had great success with the sleeve? I am 433 pounds and will be having the sleeve. My surgeon suggests having the sleeve and later down the road if I wanted I could get the bypass.

Anyone?

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Me! I've been reviewing my records since my 1 year f/u is on Monday. I thought my BMI was high 60's but it was actually 73. It can be done, but keep in mind you will likely need at least 2 years to reach goal. It's takes dedication and determination.

This morning was one of those days I had to talk myself into going to the gym, but I made it there. I'm in this for the long run, come hell or high Water.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I am, but am not nearly as far along as @Blerdgirl. I don't know if I am far along enough to be considered successful or not, but I am very happy with my progress.

[This-is-my-journey 124]

@@BLERDgirl

Thank you for your reply! I didn't think mine was high..but it's 67

I was able to lose weight before under my Dr's supervision. I know this tool will help me get to where I want to be.

Congrats to you for all your accomplishments so far

@innersurfergirl

I am sure you are considered a success. When did you have the surgery

Congrats to u also

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

My starting weight was 414, but I'm really short. 5'2" - 5'3" depending on who's measuring.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I was sleeved April 20th of this year.

[ssflbelle 829]

I was sleeved April 20th of this year.

WOW and you have lost over 140 pounds in 5 months? Did you have a supervised diet before surgery? If so how much did you lose and was it a 6 month supervised diet?

I am currently in the middle of my 6 month supervised diet and will see the Dr again next Monday. So far I have lost 20 pounds however lost 145 pounds on my own before the initial Dr consultation in June.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I was sleeved April 20th of this year.

WOW and you have lost over 140 pounds in 5 months? Did you have a supervised diet before surgery? If so how much did you lose and was it a 6 month supervised diet?

I am currently in the middle of my 6 month supervised diet and will see the Dr again next Monday. So far I have lost 20 pounds however lost 145 pounds on my own before the initial Dr consultation in June.

No, I didn't have a supervised diet. I met with my nutritionist but there was no requirement. I just tried not to gain. I did adjust my diet pre-op by weaning myself off of caffeine and pop, increasing my Water, and trying to eat cleaner and focus on Protein.

[desertgirl_74 114]

My BMI was 61 at my first appointment. Not my highest weight though. I had the sleeve surgery. I'm now 5 months post-op and I'm down to 45.5 right now. I don't think I'm dropping weight super fast, but I follow my plan and exercise regularly. It's coming off steadily though. My diabetes is in remission and I feel better than I have in 10 yrs. I'm only half way to my goal, but I see light at the end of this tunnel.

[Proud2BMe 1,016]

My highest was a BMI of 50 and a weight of 370 lbs. I lost 115 lbs since May 12, about 4 months. I still got about 85 lbs or so to go until I reach my goal. I would advise to talk to your doctor and see what surgery would be best for you.

[phatfatgirl 100]

Hi yall

My bmi is about 54 or so. Not too sure. I'm about 340lbs at 5'7" I'm awaiting going in to my surgeons office to sign consent. I've been at this process since Dec 2014 so being this close to the finish line is killing me! ????????

[justme29 76]

Hi yall

My bmi is about 54 or so. Not too sure. I'm about 340lbs at 5'7" I'm awaiting going in to my surgeons office to sign consent. I've been at this process since Dec 2014 so being this close to the finish line is killing me!

We have almost the same starting point. I started at 343. I'm also 5' 7". Keep moving forward! You are almost there! The process is certainly a test of patience.

[This-is-my-journey 124]

Wow you're all doing so awesome! I can't wait to be one of the ones to share progress.. I started cutting out the bad stuff.. waiting for the nutritionist to call me for an appointment

[Yaberhoo 358]

My BMI is 57, the last time I was weighed I tipped the scale at 409, and I'm 5'11". I decided to do the sleeve after doing lots of research. I have talked with several people who have lost over 200 lbs with just the sleeve. I have talked to those who had the bypass revision after being sleeved. I made the personal choice to go with the sleeve because I fear some of the effects of the bypass. If I need to do it in the future, it will still be a possibility, but I would like to try without the need of rerouting my gastric system.