Mark, Yes, I do think it's possible that the you might not be getting the full benefit of your medication. One thing I was told even before surgery was taking meds with a little bit of a citric juice such as orange juice or apple juice helps break down the meds in the stomach before heading into the intestines. The citric acid dissolves things a little better. Be sure to check your meds for warnings on what you can take with them though. I had to do this when I was taking iron tabs when I was anemic. Also, if you feel your PCP isn't aware of how the surgery affects the absorption, talk to your surgeon. He may have other ideas. Good luck! Shelley

Hi all; after my surgery mt b/p was normal. Until about 2 months ago it started climbing again. My PCP has put me on tenormin and diovan; and the b/p is still around 158/99. Has anyone had a return to high b/p after surgery? Does anyone think the absorbtion could cause the meds to be inefftective? My PCP says the b/p should be lower with the meds. I wonder if the PCP really understands the absorption after surgery? Thanks for listening. mark g

I do see this as the final chapter in a life long battle. It's a chapter I never believed would ever be written in my book. I am thankful that I had the surgery. It's just taking a little while for my brain to catch up with my body. Thank you for your prayers. Shelley

Shelley, Bless you! I hope you find some comfort and peace before your surgery. I haven't had my plastics yet, and not sure how to answer that part, but I can tell you that I felt a lot like this the night before my RNY. Did I really want to get rid of that fat person who was my best friend for so long, and she always took care of me. Now, after a year it's been so wonderful accepting the 'new' person. I feel better, and have gotten more confident. I am hoping you have too, and with your plastic surgery you are just enhancing that, and will come to love and accept that person as you did your heavier self... making sense? I'm not always good at putting into words what I am trying to say. :smile: If not, just know that I will be thinking of you, and keeping you in my prayers for a speedy and complete healing inside, and out from your surgery. Happy Thanksgiving Too! Cindy

Congrats to you!! Feels like a different person, huh? Keep up the great work, and have a great Holiday Season! Cindy