Question:
I have been overeating for about 10 months now and I am reallt scared.
A lot of things have changed in my life and I am reacting to triggers. Even though I know that I have gained 20 pounds. I never made it to goal. I have at the least been 20 lbs over weight. I am wondering if I should ask for an adjustment or pay for one myself. I can't face going back. — ShayZ (posted on September 13, 2004)
September 13, 2004
try not to worry am 2 years out I gained 50lbs there are no easy answers I
have gone back on atkins and have lost 13lbs.
I was on antideppresant that made me gain wieght and they switched the med
and now am exercising and dieting to a personal goal which is plastic
surgery you should make a good set goal for yourself and do it step by
step. but they don't do revisions on surgery I wish they did.
— sheri B.
September 13, 2004
Hello Shay........it seems that we can all overeat after we reach a certain
point. I've seen many, many posts from people who have let some of the old
habits creep back and they started to put on weight but once they went back
to the pouch rules, the water, and exercise, the weight came off. I've
also seen lots of info about the South Beach diet and that is what I'm
using to lose my last few pounds and what I plan to use to keep the weight
off for the rest of my life. Personally, I wouldn't ask for a revision
unless I was sure I was doing everything I should be doing to lose and
maintain. If you're feeling really out of control, I'd suggest a support
group, a WLS "buddy" or a counselor. I know I'm not standing in
your shoes but it sounds to me as if you know what to do, you just need
some help with coping with the changes in your life and how to prevent
reacting to triggers and eating too much. Good luck on finding the answer
for you. I can totally understand not being able to face going back where
we all started.
— scbabe
September 13, 2004
Shay, You are NOT alone. I had RNY surgery 5/1998 went from 243/130 now I
am 154lbs. I have also had some terrible changes in my life. I managed to
stay 130lbs for 5 years. I would definetly follow the advise of the other
poster as I am going to do the same. Whenever you gain a pound or in our
case 20lbs or so, go back to the basics. Start as if its your first day on
this diet, eat what you ate those first months, take vitamins and exercise.
In fact, exercise will help us release the unwanted stress in our lives. If
you would like to chat privately I would like a pal who I can help and
could possibly help me through these tough times. email me
[email protected]. Best of luck, Shana
— shana1569
September 13, 2004
POUCH RULES ARE LOCATED AT:
http://www.mehtabariatriccenter.com/pouch_rules_for_dummies.htm
— STEWART C.
September 14, 2004
Of course- a revision is an option for you if you have a medical
malfunction of your surgery. However, if your complications are due to
your eating habits...that's another story. I DO suggest you get back in to
see your surgeon and activwely participate in the support of this site and
in person support throught your surgeon's groups. Alos please seriously
consider getting professional help to deal with your self destructive
behavior and eating habits. No everyone can 'go it alone' and succeed.
Some of us need more help with the permanent life change. We didn't get
obeese 'just because' and we won't loose weight and keep it off 'just
because' either. There are roots to our behaviors and actions that must be
examined and addressed. Good luck to you on your journey.
— LMCLILLY
September 14, 2004
I can relate to this, I'm 3 years out never made it to goal and I've gained
25 lbs this year. I'm really worried becuase I've tried Jenny craig and did
not loose and ounce.I 'm so terrified to go back to where I started it
seems like a nightmare...
— Monica J.
September 14, 2004
Shay, you are more than 2 years post-op and have not updated your profile
since the earliest days of your surgery. You just have not provided us
enough information to help you. What does "never made it to
goal" mean? If you have been overeating for 10 months and have only
gained 20, thats pretty good. Goodness, I can gain 4 pounds in a weekend!
Give me 10 months and I would eat myself back to pre-op days, I'm sure.
Unfortunately, unless there is something mechanically wrong with you, and
from the sounds of it, you know why you have not lost to goal, then no
surgeon will adjust you, self-pay or not. And most of us sweetie have had
things happen to us in life that are unexpected and we have run to food to
comfort. Those are pre-op emotions and actions. You have to break this
cycle and its really not as difficult as you may think. I tell everyone
that you have to have a plan. And each person's plan has to be tailored to
their lifestyle. For example, I weigh daily and allow myself a 4 pound
window-go over and THE PLAN goes into effect. Others have said, I never
weigh but if my clothes get tight, they pull out their plan. I have to
have sweets every day even if it means cutting back on normal healthy meal
eating. I find a way to work it into THE PLAN. Others have said, they
have banned sugar permanently because they have no control and cannot have
it in the house. If I have to enact THE PLAN, it means adding another work
out session a week, from 2 or 3 to 4. No excuses, I just do it. So, try
to find the plan that works for you. You know your goal and take it one
day at a time. Do it in small bites. Today I will walk around the block
one time, tomorrow two times. Next week, I will drink 1 more glass of
water and 1 less glass of soda every day. Sometimes doing it one small
step at a time is easier to digest than everything at once. Less
overwhelming And if you don't have a support group, join one. You are not
alone, many, many post-ops struggle with regain. A support system is
essential. But I will tell you this, no one can do it for you and there is
no easy solution. Its work and committment on your part, but you can do
it. When life's triggers hit you, just hit them back and don't let
anything get in the way of a healthier you. Good luck. Be strong. And
update that profile!!
— Cindy R.
September 14, 2004
You can't get revised unless you are back to being MO I thought. Why
chance severe malnutrition for 20 lbs?
— mrsmyranow
September 14, 2004
You can get revised without gaining all the weight back IF it is a
mechanical failure (staple line disruption in an untransected pouch is one
example) AND if your insurance agrees to pay. It sounds like you know what
the problem is, you just need help in fixing it, try to find a therapist
that can help. Then worry about losing the 20# you gained.
— Ali M
September 15, 2004
I agree that unless you are having problems, a Doctor will not revise your
previous surgery. Even then they will run test such as an EGD or Upper GI
to prove there is a physical problem they need to fix. If you don't get a
grip on your emotional eating, and believe me I know it's hard, I have had
the same problem for years, this will only happen again after a revision.
Why would you want to go through major surgery again if that is a
possibility. If I were you, I would find a good support group where you
live, or enlist the help of the posters on OH.com. Most are usually more
than willing to lend support and they are here 24/7. Best of luck and
remember you are not alone.
— issymudd
September 15, 2004
I am 2 years and almost 2 months post op. I started to gain back weight.
I had gained about 17 pounds from my lowest. I did not reach my goal. I
decided that I needed to get back to basics. I joined Weight Watchers.
The new plan is very basic eating, it has helped me get back into healthy
eating and cutting out the junk food. I have lost 9 pounds of the weight I
had gained. Hoping to lose more and get to my goal. E-mail me if you need
to chat one on one.
— tulagirl
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