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Laura,
I can not express to you the difference has been in my life in just 6 months post-operatively. I understand completely about being concerned about what you can or can not eat etc., I still struggle - because - food addiction wasn't cured by surgery. Yes, trial and error was a big learning curve - but - trust me, a few times feeling ILL and/or wanting to vomit, or the pain that food caused you - you learn real fast about what you want to put into your body going forward. This is my new positive. I couldn't walk but, 1 block without struggling to breathe, and the weight on my legs was like walking in quick sand - I had to FORCE myself to walk again; NO - it was not easy at first! I just wanted to sit down and do nothing, cuz, after all, I couldn't EAT !! My love, my lover, my friend - FOOD - was not nice to me anymore. But, the more I started concentrating on what to eat; protein; vitamins, trying different things at first; before I knew it 25 lbs was off of me. I could walk alittle more. I had alittle more willpower. Little by little - everyday was easier and easier. YEP, I still had those days of thinking I could eat a BigMac = tried and failed. There are days were my old habits sneak in, but, I get right back on track and I've never been able to eat more than 1/4 or a half of something bad. So, the quantity is way different than 1 -2 BigMacs in one sitting.
I totally understand the mental struggles. Am I hungry? Nope. Am I head hungry, feelings hungry, YEP. But, I reward myself w/something good. A nice piece of Godiva! Or Bacon. Depending on the time of day. :)
Good luck to you and whatever you decide! I am very thankful for my life now; and I can walk w/out gasping for breathe; I don't get heartburn, ever; and mostly - I hope to be able to wear a pair of jeans soon without having elastic in them.
Cheers to being positive about looking into living a longer, healthier life~
I am CHOCOLATE nervous~ I can eat it; CERTAIN chocolate bothers me; but, I keep eating it. NOT like before surgery - JUST - I don't think I will EVER not eat it! I am very conscious about proteins first and eating healthy; vitamins, etc..........but -- I have to have chocolate in some form, almost every day. Most trail mixes. I find the CHEAP stuff isn't worth my time though.
Also; I don't know if anyone else feels this way; but, I find I'm not sure when I'm full. ??? Sounds weird; but; It seems like I can eat more than what I'm reading """ a few bites """ I'm losing. But, I'm losing slowly. That's ok with me too. Even if it takes me over two years to get at my goal weight; I'm ok with that. THANKFULLY - I've reached the NO MORE HAIR FALLING OUT stage. YAY me ~
GOOD LUCK TO US ALL!! :) Stay positive and healthy!
Izzee
Have you located a good pcp yet, one who will be supportive of your wls? Perhaps finding one affiliated with a hospital such as Johns Hopkins where they perform weight loss surgery would be worth a try...
Hello Everyone!
I need HELP! I had revision from lap band to RNY in February 2016. I have not lost any weight. :( Partly I know its because i can finally eat food.
A little history, Had my band for about 5 years and I ended up having complications including not being able to eat, everything i ate had to come back up, i also had severe acid reflux and after an endoscopy I found out that I also had major inflimation of my esophagus and stomach at top and bottom. This caused the doctor to want to do the revision ASAP.
I am currently 202 pounds. I went through a 2 week period where all I ate was fruit. I was so excited to be able to eat fruit! It had been 3 years since i could eat an apple or an orange and keep it down that i had to eat it. Now I am trying the low carb route and it has made me gain weight. I am at a loss and feel like a looser. (not in a good way...lol)
Anyone else had this problem???
Plus on the BM side, i have found that I have blood in my stool... anyone else had this??
I am very greatful that i had the revision surgery, i just am looking for insite from people to get me on track.
I had to go to Baltimore, I know there is one at Holy Cross hospital. Do a search I know there are more options, good luck.
I am looking for a Bariatric surgeon in or very near Southern MD? I don't drive long distances so it is very hard to get to Baltimore or DC for me. I wouldn't mind coming in for visits but the last place wanted me there every month in addition to the DR visits. Any suggestions?
Thank you, Cira S.! :)
Surgery date: August 29th, 2013
HW: 247 lbs. Height: 5' 2"
LW: 123 lbs!
I remember how you are feeling. It is a very exciting time and nerve wracking at the same time. Wishing you all the best in your journey. I will be 9 years out next month. I regret NOTHING!
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
