My gp's opinion

[char3672 292]

I saw my gp today and told him I am planning on getting the sleeve in June. He was supportive, but he thinks I should get the bypass. His reasoning is that with the sleeve, people gain the weight back because they learn how to eat "around the sleeve". I DON'T want a bypass. I was just wondering what others think.

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[KSSleeveGirl 21]

People gain weight back after the bypass as well. Both surgeries require to learn better eating habits and make a lifestyle change.

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[char3672 292]

I agree with you. I am very afraid of messing up. I've been doing lots of research, and getting opinions. I still have a long time until my surgery, I just want to learn as much as I can.

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[KristenLe 5,979]

As said - you can get around either tool and regain weight. If you want the sleeve - then go ahead with that choice.

[smg 471]

Regardless of the procedure you choose, commitment to change is the most important factor in my opinion. If you're not willing to change, there's always a way to get around anything and not get the results that you desire.

I think that you need to choose your procedure based on what you feel will give you the best opportunity for success, but it shouldn't be based on which one you can or can't "cheat"...because if a person (generally speaking...not meaning you directly) is not going to commit to change or making healthier choices, then I don't believe they're a good candidate for any procedure.

If you are committed, then either surgery is a great way to "reboot" everything and change the way you approach food and nutrition in general. You should make an appointment with a surgeon, and speak with them about the differences between the procedures, and then make your decision after thorough research.

Best of luck!

[char3672 292]

Thank you. I guess I was just double guessing my decision after meeting with him today. I won't meet with the surgeon for a few months yet since my surgery won't be until June. I am NOT planning on cheating. Eating crap is how I got here in the first place. I'm ready to do this 10000%!!!!

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