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.
So I am just shy of 11 months post-op and am 15 lbs away from my goal of 185. It amazing to think that a year ago I was over 300. It's humbling to think about all the things that are so much easier to do now like gardening, mowing the lawn, taking long walks, staying in the sun for longer periods of time etc. Being out with groups of new people and hearing them make fun of someone we don't even know about how much they are eating or what they are wearing breaks my heart because I WAS that person! I stand up for the unknown stranger that is oblivious to the the discussion from across the room because I know that struggle of extra fluff! It's not easy to carry that around or easy to get rid of it. When I tell them to be kind in their judgement and they ask why, I say because not too long ago I was the same way then they want the story. I share the struggles and the hard work of getting to where I am (leaving out the surgery part because that is none of their business) then their attitudes change to praising me. That's not what I wanted them to get out of the conversation! I want them to think about their actions and how miserable and lonely that person might be feeling. It just seems unless they have actually struggled with it to they just can't see it. Makes me feel sad about our society.
I have noticed a few bad habits wanting to sneak back into the picture, i.e eating too fast, eating items that have zero nutrition, etc. It's much easier to notice those habits now as that is no longer my normal daily function. It reminds me that those little things will always try to find their way back into my life like an annoying fly.
Shedding the excess has helped with a few health items (probably more than I really know) but have been having some pretty bad dizzy spells, to the point of blacking out twice. Dr's are not sure what is causing them. Have had an MRI done and inner ear testing and everything is normal. I get down on myself because I just want to be HEALTHY. I'm tired of Dr's and tests. :(
I have noticed a few bad habits wanting to sneak back into the picture, i.e eating too fast, eating items that have zero nutrition, etc. It's much easier to notice those habits now as that is no longer my normal daily function. It reminds me that those little things will always try to find their way back into my life like an annoying fly.
Shedding the excess has helped with a few health items (probably more than I really know) but have been having some pretty bad dizzy spells, to the point of blacking out twice. Dr's are not sure what is causing them. Have had an MRI done and inner ear testing and everything is normal. I get down on myself because I just want to be HEALTHY. I'm tired of Dr's and tests. :(
I have not had a gastric bypass yet. My date is set for mid-November. I have people around me that have had the bypass and one of them has started drinking soda again. They are regretting it and are trying to quit the soda again. Slip ups happen, no one is perfect, but we have to keep pushing through!
I am sorry to hear that you have had dizzy spells and are unaware of what are causing them. I wish you my best!
I will pray for a quick and easy resolution to your current medical situation. I too have had enough doctor appointments to last a lifetime.
You taking the time to post about it on here it gives me encouragement. Not only your success, but your openness during times of struggle. I have no doubt you will be healthy and happy very soon.
Regarding your dizzy spells... have they checked your blood sugar? It isn't uncommon for people to develop reactive hypoglycemia and you mentioned you have let some foods with no nutritional value back in (which are usually carbs). It is important for us to include protein every time we eat (3 bites of protein for 1 bite of anything else).
JJ
JJ
I second having your blood sugars checked. Things can get wonky once we've been obese, and if our bodies still react goofy, it gets exaggerated when there's less body to handle the reaction.
Good luck and thanks again.
One step at a time. Th good news is they didn't see anything that made them admit you to the hospital right away.
I hope the next appointment gives you a solution and that you feel better very soon.
Robyn
I have to back in for a TEE echo-cardiogram (an internal ultrasound) so that he can get a better view of my heart and see what is causing the blood "backflow" that they picked up on the test last week. Depends what he finds it could be absolutely nothing to worry about or it could be serious (no middle ground).
It will be silly after all these tests to figure out the cure for my getting dizzy/fainting is eat more salt. But, that is better than another surgery! We'll see how it turns out.
In the meantime, salt always tastes good on meat, fish, in mashed cauliflower, on eggs. One of my favorite salty treats is steamed edamame (soy bean) pods. They come in bags you can throw in the microwave, then top with coarse sea salt. You kind of squeeze and strip the beans out of the pods with your teeth, licking the salt as you go, and they're delicious!