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 got clarence from all the doctors I needed. Tomorrow I meet with the dietician to go over the liquid protein phase. I'm not 100% sure what that means but I have an idea. I think "we" are getting close to picking a surgery date for my bypass. I have been on a 1600 calorie regiment since Feb, paying closer attention to calories, protein, carbs, fats, etc. and I have lost between 25 - 30lbs. I think I am having "normal" thoughts of..."Well if I can loose 30lbs just by just watching what I eat and walking then do I really need the surgery?" If anyone else is thinking the same way take a minute and do what I do...think back to all the times over the years that you lost 30 or 40 lbs only to put them back on plus some. I always come back to the same answer "YES, you need the surgery." I'm sure I'm not alone in these thoughts, I'd love to hear how others got past the thoughts and went through with the surgery.
For me I decided that I spent the last 46 years eating like crap. I personally felt like I needed the extra kick in the but to put me on the right track. According to my Dr and my nutritionist there is about a 80% success rate. According to them they say your odds are better if you stick with a support group.
Other things to consider, are the people that are close to you going to support you. It is nice to have people around you that understand your struggles with food
I say, yup! Totally normal. I had researched for years prior to surgery so my “well if...” thoughts were very brief. I couldn’t count how many pounds I’d lost and regained, plus more each time.
When I chose to do this I decided to shift my thinking and speaking about the process. Instead of losing weight I changed to shedding weight. I shed the fat suit like a coat. Of course, in reality, there is still some regain but now we have better tools. I haven’t regretted RNY for a second and I am 7 1/2 years out.
Congratulations on making the choice to change your way of life and living!