SO cold

[nursenays 57]

Hi- I had RNY I almost 5 years ago. Got to 132 pounds and currently at 144. I am freezing all the time. It gets in my bones and I often have to sit in a hot bath to get warmed up. I ordered a heated vest. I take a heating pad with me to places when I can. Does anyone who also deals with this post op have any advice on what they do or wear? Thanks!

[Spinoza 1,467]

Lots of us experience this post WLS. I wear multiple layers now, summer and winter. I always budget for being cold even when other people are *far* too hot. My rule of thumb is to wear two extra layers of clothing in any situation. I can always take a layer off if I need to, but I rarely do!

[Arabesque 7,492]

Yep, me too. The burning of the cold is awful. I dress according to my needs & take a coat with me & keep one in my car. But not having the heat bother me as much is wonderful.

[BigSue 1,402]

Drinking a hot beverage (tea or coffee) helps. Warms you up from the inside!

[nursenays 57]

Yes! I can’t drink cold Water when I am cold.

[Christina B1128 23]

This is something I am struggling with... I am wearing layers of clothes in my own home and outside because I am freezing all the time. I also have to use a heating pad to stay warm. I would love some advice on how to deal with this myself.

[Arabesque 7,492]

I’ve never been able to drink cold Water or other drinks (except champagne & a G&T they’ve got to be cold - LOL!).

Can’t change it. Just have to live with it & dress accordingly & be prepared just in case it’s colder than you expected (like in cinemas, hospitals, doctor’s waiting rooms, etc.) You may be one of those for whom it improves & you’re not as sensitive.