Hey Everyone! Have a few questions... - ThinnerTimes

Jennimaria · 03-14-2005, 11:22 PM

Hey everyone

My name is Jen and I'm 20 years old. My mother just had WLS in December of 04 and has had nothing but success so far. I was there through all of it, so I guess I know what to expect. Unfortunately, I inherited her bad genes and have been having weight problems my entire life. I'm 5'5" and 235 pounds

I'm terribly afraid of becoming diabetic like my mom and am having a ton of trouble trying to maintain a weight and the depression is taking over. At first I didn't think I would ever be eligible for the WLS, but then I was reading and a lot of people started in my weight range.

Well, I guess I just have a few questions for anyone who would be able to help me. My mom set me up with a consultation with her doctor in Philadelphia for June.

*How long does it usually take between the consultation and the actual surgery date?

Ok, maybe just one question. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

water_bunny · 03-15-2005, 05:21 AM

Hi all...I have just joined the forum also because I am contemplating GBP. I am gathering information, good & bad to help me make up my mind. I would like to know too how long from consultation to actual surgery? Also, I heard that you cannot eat dairy products afterwards? Is this true? I LOVE eggs & cheese for breakfast!!

watergirl · 03-15-2005, 06:38 AM

Consultation to surgery time really depends. I've seen people get it within a month, others longer.

Some people become lactose intolerant after surgery, some don't. It just depends upon your make up. Yeah, I loved cheese before surgery and really had to think about that, yea, for about two seconds, whether I could live without cheese or not. My tastes really changed, but I still love cheese and coffee with my milk.

I would have given up anything (food wise) to be where I am today.

Jennimaria · 03-15-2005, 06:50 AM

I know that my mom did fine with dairy. She would make me egg omlettes and make a little for herself too. She savored every bite of it

TabFox · 03-15-2005, 07:29 PM

The time between consultation and surgery largely depends upon the surgeon, tests required, and ultimately, our lovely insurance companies.
As far as dairy is concerned, my husband and I have both had the surgery and we haven't had any problems with dairy. I drink skim milk everyday, and have cheese and other diary products many times per week. Lactose intolerance is pretty much based upon the individual. Good luck in your journey!

Tabitha
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Blueyz · 03-15-2005, 08:33 PM

It took me 5 months betweeen initial consult and surgery. It took me 9 months total from the beginning. I was denied the first time though, so I had to appeal. Everyone is different and every waiting day is sooooo worth it.

triciaknox · 03-16-2005, 06:23 AM

It took me 10 months from start to finish. Sent to the wrong doctor first (not in my area), then an insurance switch and trying to get all the tests done. I turned lactose intolerant after surgery, but then I was partially lactose intolerant before surgery (it runs in my family). Within a month of surgery I was back to only partially lactose intolerant. Can't handle milk, cottage cheese, and ice cream I can only handle if I am in the mood for it (sugar free of course). Cheese I can eat no problem. Eggs? That is dairy products, not milk products. No problem with them. Good luck on your journey!

VanessaSFL · 03-16-2005, 07:38 AM

I think mine will end up around a year.I did not have the time for tests during the holidays because i am in retail.It goes by fast..maybe too fast at times.I know for myself...the waiting really gave me time to think about what a huge deceision I would be making.

Best Wishes.....Van

LizardQueen · 03-16-2005, 07:43 AM

I started in October '04 and had surgery February '05. I had a friend with the same insurance who had the procedure and she really helped a lot! It took her 10 months.

Jennimaria · 03-16-2005, 12:30 PM

Wow, It seems like everyone's time period is different.

Thanks for all the replies