Sleeves and PCOS

[camillapark 0]

I don't know what else to do, my weight keeps going up regardless of working out daily and counting calories. My insurance doesn't cover WLS so we're thinking going to Mexico.

Has anyone with pcos and constant weight gains has success with the sleeve?

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[KristenLe 5,979]

There are several who have been successful. Do a search on PCOS and you should find a few interesting threads. I have been dieting for a month for my supervised weight loss program requirement for insurance and I lost 1 lb the entire month. So frustrating BUT my Nutritionist said not to worry - I will lose after WLS.

[WantToBe 77]

I was diagnosed with PCOS decades ago. I had the Lap Band in 2004 and was successful in my weight loss. Had some issues and had band removed and am getting sleeve on 5/25. I suspect I will be able to lose weight then also. Hang in there - WLS should help.

[VSG.Steph.june6.2016 1]

I don't know what else to do, my weight keeps going up regardless of working out daily and counting calories. My insurance doesn't cover WLS so we're thinking going to Mexico.

Has anyone with pcos and constant weight gains has success with the sleeve?

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Are you reaching your Protein goals and drinking at least 60oz of Water a day? I have to have 72g of Protein everyday (based on height I'm 5'8) and most days I reach 90g of protein and have been doing this for the year. I have been waiting 2 years for the surgery (in Canada) and lots of Water is very important. Follow other wls people on instagram and they all drink over 100oz of water in a day and are successful. I think I have pcos also but only self diagnosed cause I didn't know what it was until recently. If your working out and gaining weight you could be building muscle resulting in gains, just try walking and cardio.

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[Lenoreholden 14]

I get what you are saying I suffer with congestive heart failure and I gain weight by the fluids but see if you are containing Water I know for sure that the fluids would put extra weight on you you will be fine

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[NewMeBefore40 27]

I don't know what else to do, my weight keeps going up regardless of working out daily and counting calories. My insurance doesn't cover WLS so we're thinking going to Mexico.

Has anyone with pcos and constant weight gains has success with the sleeve?

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I was just at the Doctor for this with my daughter. They said the best thing to do is a low glycemic diet and to get lots of Omega 3 (they recommend metagenic brand). Also weight lifting and burst exercises. Eat Protein an low GI veggies every two hours and within 30 minutes of waking.

[specialkiddomom 10]

I have PCOS and I gained weight- honestly I wasn't trying too at all. So the goal became maintain- I had to diet to maintain. Trust me I can't loose weight- during weight loss supervised visits I ultimately lost 2lbs. :/ However between my last weight loss appointment and surgery I had 3 months. (Surgery is next week) during this time I started planning what changes I could make to really help me post-op. I discovered the Ketogenic Diet. So I thought I'm going to start trying it now. Honestly I hadn't ever tried this diet before and it seemed different. I have PCOS and 2 kids with Autism and I've lost 10 pounds. Now I know I've lost weight on the liquid diet so I'll have to see how much tomorrow. Metformin ultimately helped me treat symptoms of PCOS and loose weight- perhaps talk to your PCP about that. But I have learned for me - I can nearly zero sugar in my diet that includes artificial sugar or I won't loose at all and will slowly gain. Best of luck. I never binged really and was a fast food eater - but a total emotional eater I am. We on this board know BMI is complex thing and it doesn't always translate into this person just eats junk and doesn't try. Keep your head up

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Edited May 18, 2016 by specialkiddomom

[taylorgonzaless 3]

I have pcos and I'm only going to be 20 years old in a few days. Surgery is this Thursday (19th). I was told my symptoms would subside and regulate once I lost weight. I gained weight. Lost it then always gained it back. Also the other symptoms, hair growth skin darkening are simply horrible.

I could really use some support as I'm getting nervous, any would be much appreciated and returned.

Good luck to you guys. Hope to hear from anyone -

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[KristenLe 5,979]

@@taylorgonzaless Good luck with your surgery (it's on my Birthday)! :-). I can only say that looking back - I wish I had the surgery in my 20's. I wasted 25+/years battling obesity and my life has been negatively effected. WLS should really help with PCOS. Just be careful as it can increase fertility as well so be safe!

[brittanylau 42]

I was diagnosed with pcos at about 12 years old and had the worst time trying to lose weight or even maintain it! I was sleeved 8 days ago and am down 22 lbs!! It is a TOOL, that's all it is. You have to have the will power to help it along.

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Edited May 18, 2016 by brittanylau

[KristenLe 5,979]

@@brittanylau That's great news!!! Congrats! I keep wondering what will be different after surgery if I can't lose weight now so I'm glad to see it can happen!!!

[shamale 54]

I have pcos as well and was sleeved on the 10th. I'm down 19 pounds so far!

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[Afrikanaaa 79]

I have PCOS, I'm 25. Was sleeved January 15th and have lost 60lbs so far. Surgery works. Get it if you can. Trust your program and the food schedule.

[taylorgonzaless 3]

@@KristenLe

Thank you I am just now seeing this. Surgery is tomorrow. Getting very nervous.

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[shamale 54]

It will be over before you know it! Update us when you can

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