I'm having Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery in September. Anyone else here had it?
Just wondering about other peoples' experiences and results. I'm nervous and excited at the same time.
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and in observing them and their process I would say the following:
- Follow your post-op instructions to a "T" and never miss a follow-up with your Dr.
- The surgery is only the starting point in the weight loss -- it will go nowhere long-term if you don't move on to master your eating and start exercising.
- Emotions ARE going to come up -- be prepared and make plans to address them, preferable with a professional.
- It is going to be harder than you think.
- Done right, it will be totally worth it.
One gal went for the "easy" bariatric surgery that allowed her to continue to eat as much of whatever she wants -- it just moves through the system more quickly so absorbs less. She did not follow-up with her doctor, follow the prescribed diet/vitamin regiment, or exercise. Seven years later she has regained much of the lost weight, has massive bone and tooth loss due to chronic malnutrition, and has horrible bowel problems because of the fried foods she still refuses to give up.
I also have a friend who went for the bypass you will be having. She was focused, viewed the surgery as part of as a total lifestyle change, listened to what her doctors wanted her to do, and used support systems to get herself through some of the tougher times. She has had a VERY good result and lost 150+ pounds. It was hard but worth it, she has said.
You are running a marathon with this surgery, not a sprint -- keep that in mind and you will do just fine. Best of luck to you! 
I am totally committed and ready to do this. There's more at stake for me than just weight loss.
about the surgery and are taking control of the process. You are going to NAIL it!!!
