Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group

Gastric bypass (GBP) is any of a group of similar operative procedures used to treat morbid obesity, a condition which arises from severe accumulation of excess weight in the form of fatty tissue, and the health problems ("co-morbidities") which result. If you are considering gastric bypass or have had it, join the community where we share our experiences and find support.

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9 month check in

SugarFreeMe
SugarFreeMe
Hi everyone, just checking in. I haven't been on here it a bit, sorry I haven't been around to support everyone. I'll do better, promise. I have my 9 month check-up Thursday with my GP. I can't believe it's been 9 months already. I started out at 217 and am happy to report that I'm down 82 lbs to a beautiful 135. I couldn't be happier with how I feel. I only hope my labs reflect that. If I had to guess, I'd say I'm low on potassium, I've had a lot of leg cramping lately even when I get all my fluid in.

I hope your all doing well.

Terrie
sweetieme
sweetieme
Congratulations. That is fantastic. I hope your labs are good and it is nice to see you here. I have been MIA for a little while too, but I was waiting on approval from insurance (which ended up being a paperwork snafu and once everything was finally submitted, my surgery was approved that day, I was shocked to say the least since I was told it was a few week process). I could have had my surgery next week, but I have small kids and I am a single mom so I didn't dare do it so close to Christmas. So my surgery is Jan. 26th instead.
farmgirl392
farmgirl392
Congrats! Sounds like you are doing great. Good luck with the labs.
MNMama
MNMama
Well done! Sounds like you're doing great.
I was told to up my potassium intake too. Luckily, I love greens, mushrooms, yogurt and fish. I think avocados have potassium in them too, and half a ripe avocado is a great "sauce" in place of mayo and stuff in my lettuce wraps, in place of a sandwich.
Welcome back and good to hear from you.