Considering Gastric Sleeve Surgery

[Zucabras]

Hello everyone,
I am new to this forum. Yesterday I saw the surgeon that I am supposed to get my sleeve surgery. I am seriously considering the procedure but I still have doubts and fears. I am weighing the pros and cons and I do see much more pros then cons. I am 5, 9” at 265 lb , 55 years old female. I have high cholesterol, fatty liver, gallstones, acid reflux and knee problems due to excess weight. So, there are enough reasons already. I’ve had surgeries before and I don’t fear the surgery itself. But I have a sweet tooth, and I do tend to overeat at night. I am afraid I won’t be able to change these bad habits and also afraid of regretting my decision. However, when I think about how beneficial this can be for me and when I read all the successful stories on this forum , it gives me courage and strengthen my decision.
My life has been significantly changing since I started to gain weight . I don’t enjoy myself anymore, in fact I can’t even look at the mirror without hating what I see. I can’t bend to tie my shoes without going out of breath, can’t kneel anymore, can’t do yard work and exercise has been reduced to walks when my feet allow me. Now, as I am finishing this letter, and listening to myself, I realize : what am I waiting for? 😄There should no doubts!

I know this is just a tool and I will need to change my habits. The surgery alone won’t fix my problem. I guess that is why I am going back and forth. For not knowing I can trust myself, after years of yo-yo dieting. Anyway, thanks for reading and for this space.

[sraebaer]

It is pretty amazing to have a tool to help with the overeating. I can honestly say I am never hungry at night. We have all been in your shoes and understand where you're coming from, but this works. Promise. I have been at a regular weight for over 4 years now and it still never fails to amaze me. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would ever be anything but fat.

[The North Sleeve]

It is a great tool and if you use it right it can turn your life around. Don't hesitate and go ahead with the surgery, you will make yourself very proud! Wish you the best with your decision!!

[Zucabras]

Hi sraebaer,

Thanks for your response!

[Zucabras]

Thanks Mike! I will be checking out your youtube channel.

[AnnieStillG]

I was a night time muncher for sure, but haven't really been hungry at all since my sleeve 11 months ago. I had many of the chronic issues you had, and then some -- all resolved.

It's a fabulous tool. There are recipes that are high protein with healthy stuff and no sugar; and you CAN have a bite of something once in a while, if you really want to...I find I mostly don't want to.

Welcome and find the answers that bring you peace. I know this has brought life back to my world -- and I'm 66.

[Zucabras]

Thank you Annie, this is very encouraging. I see you lost a lot of weight in 11 month and it is almost at your goal. Congratulations!

[KiwiGal]

Hi
I'm also 55 and had my surgery 1 year ago.
The sleeve is the best thing I have ever done for myself. Yes it is a tool and yes you have to work at it but my new "normal" life is just wonderful.
I don't get hungry as such but if I haven't eaten for a while I get a bit queasy and know that I have to eat something. I can pretty much eat anything I want now but I mainly eat to the plan - protein, veg, carbs if room - usually not even enough room for all the veg. I start to hiccup when my stomach has had enough and that is my signal to stop....that and not actually being able to physically eat another mouthful. Yes I have the occasional treat - but it really is occasionally and after a bite or 2 I'm done. I've been on holiday for a couple of weeks and while I'd still love to be on that tropical island I am enjoying being back home and eating normally again. Who would have thought that I would crave cottage cheese?! ;-)

[Christie13]

Ultimately only you can decide if this is right for you. Yes, you do have to change your unhealthy habits but it is easier to do with the sleeve. The pros do outweigh the cons but it is not a cure all. You have to want this.