I had RNY 2/13/13/... i have lost 65 pounds total... 45 since surgery.... The only complication I had was that they couldn't get my heart rate down in the hospital and I spiked a fever... It caused me to have to stay over night one extra day....
I have 7 small cars about 3/4 inch long.... I am tolerating almost anything I eat.. ( I have not tried anything with sugar, or fried, and I eat very few carbs... And NO white carbs)....
i tend to be moody, but I also went off my anti-depressant as soon as I had surgery, so that could be some of my mood swings....
I lost 20 pounds prior to surgery, but I had to remember, I had done that many times... I just couldn't keep it off... I would get to a point and go back to old habits... For me this surgery was a way to save my life...
I was lifeless, couldn't handle the heat, was depressed (even on anti-depressants), and my blood pressure was rising, my heart rate wouldn't slow down, my MS was flaring up, and I was having tremors...
My blood pressure is: 100/60, my heart rate averages 68, I haven't had an MS flare-up or tremor since surgery, and the week I spent in Florida was amazing (even though it was close to 95 degrees some days)....
I hope you are able to make the decision that is best for you... Remember: crossing the street is taking a risk, and may be more dangerous than surgery....

@ KathiRay-thank you!

Aloha...

My surgery was super boring-routine too! I was so nervous that morning that tears leaked out of my eyes off and on the whole time in pre-op.

Got the good meds, kissed my honey, giggled with the OR team and woke up to a whole new life.

The most exciting thing in my recovery was the constipation I battled for a week and then having too much fun and excitement in Disney World made my Patty pouch/abs grumpy.

People LOVE to share the gory details and the scary stuff, because routine is boring and most everyone LOVES the drama.

I did my laps, took a shower the next day all by myself, sipped when I was supposed to, napped all the time, walked laps at home with the dog, and followed my doc's orders to a T.

Wednesday makes me 12 weeks post-op. I am down from a 24 to a 14 (regular NOT 14W!!!!!) and 62 lbs. This RNY surgery was a game changer and life re-inventor! NO REGRETS!

Blessings and Prayers!
Tracie

I had the sleeve 9/24/12. I lost 24 pounds before surgery and have lost another 103 since. The surgery was absolute "textbook", the surgeon's word. I have had no complications and I love my new life. The most overwhelming part for me wasn't the surgery, it was the months leading up to the surgery where I had to make the commitment to change my exercise and eating habits. It took some time, but what I eat, how I cook and how often I exercise have all changed tremendously. Last month was my 1 year anniversary for consistently maintaining a workout routine. I have become "that woman" - the one everyone is used to seeing walk the track- the one with fresh fruits, vegetables, almond milk and greek yogurt in her shopping cart - the one who shares her amazing yummy and healthy meals with all her friends (and even her husbands friends. And let me tell you, when you can get a bunch of truck drivers impressed with healthy recipes, you have accomplished something - LOL). I echo what so many have already said, my only regret is that I didn't do it sooner. I am so blessed by this new life. It is still a day by day journey and I still make bad choices here and there, but my overall lifestyle is tremendously different than just one year ago. I wish you all the best! Be encouraged and be blessed!

many thanks to both of you ladies. I know that I NEED to do this! I know that the Lord is by myside all the way and that everything happens for a reason. I am trully blessed with great friends and family and that I have met all of you on here! Blessings to you all and thanks again for your many kind words!

I had my RNY on 2/10/2010. I lost 30 lbs of my excess175 lbs before surgery. My surgery was textbook. I awoke with 2 drains and a catheterwondering if theyd actually done anything because I didnt feel different. I was walking the halls that night. The second day in the hospital, the nurse sucked and only gave me half the dose of pain meds, so I was in a lot of pain. I also had pain from the gas they use during surgery. They took the catheter and one drain out that day. The third day they took the last drain out and I got to take a shower!! I went home the third day. I used pain meds for about a week. My left incision started hurting about a week out and I thought Id pulled something but it was just normal incision pain. The first month or so my sense of smell was really strong and I frequently felt nauseous. I hated my protein drinks. I didnt feel hungry. I lost weight. I stopped hurting.

11 months after my RNY I weighed 125 lbs. I have maintained within my target weight range ever since. I love my life. Id have surgery again every year if that is what it took to stay a healthy weight!

Worth it? Heck, yes!!

JJ

I had surgery Dec '12, surgery was longer than anticipated because of c-section scar tissue. I was comfortable in the hospital, the drugs do the trick. I went home the next day. Christmas kinda sucked, but had the 2 week winter break off so used it for my recovery. I never progressed past pureed stage. At 3.5 months found I had a stricture. Had it fixed, and feel great now. Down about 80 pounds. Would do it again, but not wait so long on the stricture. Have 40 to go.

I had my surgery nine months ago, had no complications and have lost 95 pounds safely. Bariatric surgery has changed my life. I'm finally seeing daylight in my thighs. I wanted those daylight thighs. My skin is retracting well. And I need to follow the steadfast 30/30 rule. Keep in contact with your NUT, and your surgeon and you'll do fine. One of the reasons why I decided to have the surgery was to get the weight off my bones. 2010 left hip replacement and a bad left knee. Know your reason and stick by it. I had tried every weight loss option. Lost weight before only to have it come back double. I had gone up to 278 at my heaviest. Now have 30 pounds to go to reach my goals. Some say I've lost enough. I know my body and know my goal. Be patient with yourself and I promise you'll do fine. Good luck.

I have my RNY on 2/13/2007. I lost 12 lbs prior to surgery. I was ready. I have planned and gone thru 5 years of individual and group therapy to deal with my food and psychological issues that lead to disordered eating.

I did EVERYTHING my surgery told me to and I listened to a meditative CD for "Sucessful Surgery". Surgery went very well. I took 6 months off after surgery to get my routine down and allow myself to rest and recoup. I went to weekly gastric bypass support groups and continued my own counseling.

I have maintained my weight loss and work as a life coach to help others who want to make and sustain changes. I had 1 minor complication of scar tissue in my abdomen (3 years ago) but was dealt with very quickly and it was road bump not a detour.

I wish you good luck!

I had RNY last June, so am almost a year out. Surgery was relatively painless. My only pain was one day of cramps from the gas they pump into you. Had sore neck and shoulders for a few weeks when sleeping but that eventually lwent away. I was in hospital one extra day because they repaired a hernia we didn't know was there. Was out shopping for 4 hours 4 days after surgery. I just learned to rest if I needed to. Absolutely no complications, I can eat almost anything in small amounts. I actually found the losing weight almost effortless. That's not to say I didn't have some vomiting and cramps if I made a bad choice or didn't chew enough or ate to fast. That is mostly over now too. I had 2 weeks of opti before surgery. I started at 255 lbs, am now down to 170 lbs. I have been stuck here a few months and would like to lose 20 more but I don't stress about it. I have absolutely no regrets, my feet don't hurt any more, I am more confident when out in public, and I never tire of hearing that I look good. I was wearing size 22 and now fit sz 14, love that I can shop in regular stores! Goodbye Penningtons and Addition Elle, hello Rickis!

I had an open gastric bypass on april 29 of this year. I was worried because I hated my gall bladder surgery. this was easier. first night I was drowsy and out of it, but still able to walk. I did not have a catheter but two tubes and staples. Honestly it was a lot better than I thought. I only took pain meds in the hospital. Went in Monday came home Friday. You will be fine.