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ejsisman    1

ejsisman
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So I am 20 years old and I got the gastric bypass last year. I am in college and lately I smoked some pot. And I'm not quite done with it. Will smoking Pot mess up my surgery?

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Odie    249

Odie
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Might give you the munchies!! lol Otherwise, no!!

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shedo82773    1,236

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The munchies could be BAD!!! With our pouches being so small...LOL

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Cervidae    2,389

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As with so many things after surgery, it depends on the person. It can give some people HORRIBLE munchies, which is a slippery slope after we've had surgery to shrink our stomachs. I smoke regularly, though not very much of it, to actually stimulate my appetite and help me sleep, which are both issues I've had since surgery. However, I know for a fact that for some people, the side effects (munchies, sleepiness/laziness, etc) can be detrimental. It's just been a positive habit for me, personally. So I would say just be aware of how it affects you and keep close tabs on your habits, and if it's more negative than positive of an effect, re-evaluate your priorities. If it starts being a problem rather than a solution for me at any time, I have no qualms about quitting. Hope my perspective and experience helps. :)

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Treadmillwalker    486

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My bariatric doctor shared it is easy for people post bariatric surgery to trade a food addiction for another unhealthy addiction such as too much alcohol, smoking, overdoing exercise, etc. I suggest you ask yourself why you are smoking and what benefit are you getting and why smoking versus other productive activities.

Had lapband surgery 10/12/16

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ejsisman    1

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Thank you all. Well I have been eating a lot anyway even when im not smoking and I already feel I have ruined my surgery. And I'm scared. I started college in august and was 179 and now I'm 198. I'm scared! I've been eating a lot of junk lately but it's hard I mean I'm in college and the surgery didn't fix my brain.

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Cervidae    2,389

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@@ejsisman - don't panic! Your surgery still happened. Your stomach is still surgically altered. The ability to fix this is still there. Just go back to basics. Protein first, cut out white bread/pasta, drink more Water, etc. And maybe use something like myfitnesspal to record your intake for a while, it's a great tool to help you get back on track. I know many people think you can stretch the pouch, but multiple Bariatric surgeons have told me that it's not. All that happens is we get better at pushing certain foods (usually slider/unhealthy foods) through our stomachs faster. Go back to eating what you should be and viola! You'll be losing weight again. You're still in control here. Don't give up that control just because you gained some weight back. The tool will always be there, now it's up to you to utilize that tool. I believe in you! Don't give up. :)

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sha_sha_Lucas    6

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I feel like totally giving up @@Cervidae! It's hard because the surgery didn't fix my brain. All my mom buys is junk food and my taste buds get so bored. I have a really hard time not eating those little Debbie Snacks and other crap. I don't know what to do

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You have a tool to use that will help you. Make better choices. You alone can fix your brain. Don't give up too fast. Follow the instructions you were given. Log your food, that is how you will train your brain. Fight the good fight and you will be so proud of yourself????

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Odie    249

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I feel like totally giving up @@Cervidae! It's hard because the surgery didn't fix my brain. All my mom buys is junk food and my taste buds get so bored. I have a really hard time not eating those little Debbie Snacks and other crap. I don't know what to do

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I wish you were getting more support from your mom but it is up to you!! With that food in the house, the munchies won't help!! I am 2 1/2 yrs out and have to buy food for my son, who eats, and eats, and eats!! Also has the munchies like you!! My grand-daughter is here every weekend and eats and eats!! Tonight I had to make her pudding but I do it! Recently I regained 8 pounds so I started on the food tracker that is available on this site and making sure to drink my water! You can do this, just be positive!

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