Sleeve and lupus?

[lulabelle2509 0]

Hi all!

I'm getting sleeved tomorrow and I'm nervous. My rheumatologist, primary care doctor, and surgeon are all on board with me having the sleeve done. I'm nervous that I'm going to go into a lupus flare or have complications from it. Does anyone here have an autoimmune disease and also had the sleeve done that would like to share their story??

Thanks!

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[Jobey 177]

I have Lupus and was sleeved about 7 months ago. I was only diagnosed at the beginning of this year. My story and WL journey are a pretty long story lol, but happy to share if you have specific questions [emoji4]

[Jobey 177]

I didn't have any complications and no flares during my recovery but I was on meds [emoji4]

[theantichick 2,204]

I have RA/PsA. I had to go off my meds for surgery and had a slight flare after surgery but my inflammatory markers are slightly down now. And less excess weight makes my joints hurt less. The early indicators are that the meds are now working better.

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[augustgirl 58]

I have SLE lupus, am 4 weeks out from sleeve. No issues or flares as of yet. I am trying to nap daily and get as much rest as possible (to prevent a flare) but so far so good. Also feel free to msg me if you have questions. Good luck.

VSG date: 11/22/16

HW: 225. SW:222. CW: 203