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jerseygrl684 · 11-01-2009, 01:13 PM

Right now? No, can't say I would do it again.

I love what this surgery has given me, but I hate what part of my life it has taken away from me. It's such a catch 22. Then again it's been 4 months of constant pain/struggles... it does take a toll on you mentally moreso than physically.

However, I would NEVER EVER EVER steer anyone from this surgery and this place is my safehaven. I need TT around to keep me going sometimes, because whoever knows me knows that i've wanted to give up plenty of times.

This all could change if things are fixed.

veroniquetalk · 11-01-2009, 05:09 PM

I would do it again in a heart beat. But, then, I am one of the lucky ones who hasn't had any complications - so far (4 years out).

Puddin · 11-01-2009, 07:30 PM

I'm 10 months out and to be honest, I have my days. There are times when I wish I'd never done this and then there are days when I'm standing in the Macy's fitting room slipping on a size 10, something I haven't worn since I was 11 years old, and I'm glad I did it. Physically, I question whether being obese would have kept me healthier than I am now. I struggle with severe vitamin deficiency and dehydration more often than I'd like to admit.

onastartrek · 11-06-2009, 11:58 AM

I think its great that you're AWARE of possible complications.
I had my RNY reversed last December.
Having the initial weight loss surgery is the ONLY thing I regret in my life.
The neurological damage it has done will not go away. I was MUCH healthier before the surgery. I haven't worked in two years, which is the longest stretch I have gone since I began working at 14 years old.
I struggled REALLY bad with severe depression starting at about 10 months after surgery. I knew I was spiraling down and at the time there was no one to willing to help me.
I was 3.5 years out when I had the reversal and now I am MUCH happier even with some permanent damage.
all my best
Grace

katzz87 · 11-06-2009, 01:41 PM

For those who a number of years out.

I probably should stay away from these wls forums until after I've had it done.... I disagree...you should learn EVERY POSSIBLE outcome and make an educated choice on what is best for you!

What are some issues you are dealing with now that may never go away that can be so tiresome on days? There is no real issues I've had so far post op (will be 2 yrs post-op in Jan); I have to take extra Vit D along with my regular regime of vitamins/supplements but it's no big issue now.

What are the positive things about life now? Too numerous to count! Let's see: increased self-confidence, awesome sex life, closer relationship with hubby (yep, kinda goes along with the "awesome sex life"), I LIVE life now instead of watching it from the side-lines...

Would you consider yourself a happier person now than before? or do you still have regrets 2, 3 4 years out? Definitely happier! More secure in my self-worth and am able to demand (in a good way) that I am treated with respect and love. I was happy before with my life, just not happy with the weight I'd gotten to. This surgery is not a "fix-all"...it's work, but so worth it to me!

Melissah · 11-09-2009, 07:52 AM

Thanks for each and every reply. I have done so much research, reading and asking questions etc. I have read about all the benefits as well as the possible complications so I can say I am going in to this eyes wide open. I think the thing I look forward to most besides the boost in confidence is to be pain free...at least in regards to how the weight has affected me physically.

Phatlady · 11-09-2009, 07:55 AM

I, like you, have horses Melissah-my comment is that EVERYTHING except hip checking the horses when they lean on you, will be easier after we shrink!!!

Melissah · 11-09-2009, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Phatlady

I, like you, have horses Melissah-my comment is that EVERYTHING except hip checking the horses when they lean on you, will be easier after we shrink!!!

lol...and I am so looking forward to that. With my bad knees I still have to use a 3 step mounting block to get on my 14.3hh horse. lol. And I hear you have to refind your balance and center of gravity. maybe not so much for me because I ahve only ridden less than 5 times in the last year.

Phatlady · 11-09-2009, 09:12 AM

Well, I haven't ridden since 2002, because I refuse to ride above 200 pounds, even though I do have a 17.2 and a 17.3 hand horse among my seven. but I am not physically comfortable until I am under 200. I guess if I rode Western it would be different but I don't...this is my primary motivation.

Melissah · 11-09-2009, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Phatlady

Well, I haven't ridden since 2002, because I refuse to ride above 200 pounds, even though I do have a 17.2 and a 17.3 hand horse among my seven. but I am not physically comfortable until I am under 200. I guess if I rode Western it would be different but I don't...this is my primary motivation.

I am just like you. I don't want to ride until I am under 200 lbs...including tack. I am constantly being told it's okay to ride my horse and I just don't believe it. I have to think of my horse first. The few times I rode (about 4 times) I was on him for very short times. I was just never comfortable. He loves being brushed and loved on for now.