topcat1113
I had RNY surgery in 2004. I had complications and required a second surgery 5 days later, I almost died. My recovery was long and I wondered more than once if I had made a mistake, but it's almost 7 years later and I have no regrets. I lost 138 pounds in 11 months. I still have dumping sometimes and If I'm not careful food gets stuck. It is still a struggle to maintain my weight but I try to follow the rules, I almost died to regain my health and always remembering this is a big tool for me. I have gained and lost since my surgery but I try to not let it get to more than 10 pounds before I cut back on snacks and increase excercise to get it off. My weight will always be an issue for me but my surgery helped me to gain some control and find some balance.