Caren

Hello everyone my name is Caren and im here to find out lots about gastric surgery. Im 47 and have had food problems since i was about 19. Ive approached my doctor about a gastric bypass on the nhs and he has sent me for a blood test. Ive been tested for thyroid problems, liver problems, diabetes and electrolytes (whatever they are) Ive yet to lear the results. I would love to hear from people who have had the surgery and whether they are glad they went through it or whether they wish they had never bothered. Be great to hear from you whatever your situation.

shereeks

Hi Caren

Welcome aboard! This is a great place to get lots of support and information.

I had lap RNY a year and a half ago now and I can quite honestly say it was the smartest decision I have ever made in my life. It wasn't the easiest by any means and still isn't. It doesn't resolve your food issues like a magic bullet but it does give you a tool to help 'reduce' those issues.

Even with some complications (nothing too major for me thank goodness) it was still worth it. I now have a long and healthy life to look forward to.

Please tell us a little about yourself and feel free to ask as many questions as you like.

Welcome again.

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Lap RNY 09/15/06
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299/148/170/140
5'3''
Brugge, Belgium
Dr. Bruno Dillemans



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Caren

Thanks so much for your reply shereeks im glad that everything is going well for you, i dont know if i will be allowed to have the op on the nhs yet but i cant afford to have it done privately, fingers crossed i will be accepted although i have a long way to go yet before they accept or reject me.

shereeks

I'll be keeping my fingers and legs crossed for ya. I'll maybe even cross my toes if it'll help!

Good luck and keep us up to date on how it goes - it'll be worth the wait!

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Lap RNY 09/15/06
Starting/Current/Original Goal/final goal
299/148/170/140
5'3''
Brugge, Belgium
Dr. Bruno Dillemans



Space Major Bear

Where did the other half of me go?

martini805@roadrunner.com

I have found out with Drs. when they send you for any tests at all, blood, x-rays, diagnostic test, you need to do the follow-uo and ask the doctor how were the test, were they normal and may I have a copy! Don't feel aggresive you need to be when it comes to your health. U have not had the surgery by the surgeon I was going to have was a Dr. Erik Dutson from UCLA they gave a sheet of all they wanted and I took off with it and got all specialty dr.s' to do the tests I needed. My PCP did the standard Lab work and other blood work that was requested and he also di the EKG but for this procedure they wanted a full heart stress test, so don't be alarmed, make sure you get copies for your file in case the surgeon that is doing yours loses his, if Doctors are from out of town like mine from UCLA ( I live in Oxnard, CA) they wanted everything faxed so I kept calling Dr.s offices to make sure they did their job! Good Luck and I am still looking for a surgeon, Maube you can help me.. I can't have the Lap Band. Gina

Caren

Hi Gina thanks for your advice ive taken it all on board, unfortunately i cant help you as i reside in the uk, but good luck my thoughts are with you x

Caren

I must say that i enjoy a few beers at the weekend when im not working, will this be a problem after surgery?

shereeks

Yup - I'm afraid so. I hate my first beer in 18 months about two weeks ago and sheesh did I feel bad!

I used to looooooove beer but never ever again will I touch it.

Sorry

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Lap RNY 09/15/06
Starting/Current/Original Goal/final goal
299/148/170/140
5'3''
Brugge, Belgium
Dr. Bruno Dillemans



Space Major Bear

Where did the other half of me go?

Caren

thanks shereeks, ah well i suppose beer is a small price to pay for the surgery, ill get used to it lol . . . . . eventually

Caren

what about Vodka and coke? lol