I'm really sorry to hear you are suffering mommy and unfortunately, I have no suggestions for you.  But I also have arthritis (though not RA-mine is simple osteo), and have been off Celebrex (for the most part) for a year now in preparation for a proximal RNY.  I do have a question for you: what was your plan for managing the RA and Fibro pain post-surgery?  Is that not working?  I want to learn from others who go before me, so maybe I can avoid some pitfalls.   I pray you will find relief! 

on 3-18 -09  i had wls  because in 1-2009  i was to large  to have an open mri  on my drs  machine i have dar to both knees  i could not walk  25 ft  and i used a walker   on today   i would have the surg  again i  had the surg to fit the machine   but i don't need  the surg i don't use a walker any more i am to cheap to buy a scale  so, i only weigh @ the drs office  iistarted@ 330lbs  i use a cart @ super walmart because  i am lazey    i did not have ins  i applied for medicare and recieved  it  on  the first try    they will check  your work record they said i worked an averageof 19 hrs a day for24 yr -i am also  a workaholic-  @ this time they  only pay for rny

Do you  know if you did have the surgery you couldnt take inflamatory medications, cause I used


to take celebrex,  The nurse told me i cant take it anymore,   

DID YOU APPEAL IT?


Your doctor might recommend surgery to help you lose weight if you have a body mass index (BMI) of more than 40 or a BMI of 35 or more coupled with an obesity-related disease like type 2 diabetes, heart disease or sleep apnea

  I know this is stupid to ask but what is  RA?  what type of medication you take for it?

Thanks...I hope I didn't scare you.  The pain from the surgery has not been bad at all, if I can just get through the next couple of weeks I'll be fine and I know it will all be worth it in the end.  I go back to the doc next week for my 2 week checkup and I'm hoping he will then let me get back on my meds. Are you just starting to learn about the surgery. How far along are you in the process.  I thought it was funny when I seen where you were from.  I also live in NC and my last name is "Denton". I don't know how close you are to looking for a doc but I went to Dr Chapman in Greenville and he is a really good doc....I wish you the best and keep me updated.