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  1. N

    Starting a new journey

    Hello all, Natalie here. I am 31, 5’2” SW: 255/GW: 135, no co-morbidities. I am just getting started on my WLS journey. I just had my initial consult yesterday and am a little overwhelmed. I have been overweight for most of my adult life and just am ready to make a major change in my life. I...
  2. CovertElephant

    The Struggle Is Real

    Hi! I'm Matthew and am 1.5 years out from Gastric Bypass. I lost 90 – 100 lbs. And yes, that's great. But I haven't lost weight in about 8 months and have been enjoying life. Carbs, wine, no exercise, and COVID is a recipe for disaster. I held steady for 6 months, but the past 2, I gained 17...
  3. Kevin

    Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Basics

    The Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB) surgery is the most common bariatric surgery performed in the United States, and has been performed for well over 20 years. This procedure may be done either through an open approach (large incision) or the more common laparoscopic approach. Since no part of...
  4. N

    Post op looking for Doctor and friends in SW Florida (Cape Coral Florida)

    I moved here 10/13 after surgery on March 21st 2013 gastric bypass. looking for friends and a doctor to do follow up anybody around?
  5. A

    Damn Hormonal Problems

    I am 7 months post RNY, with a significant history for hormonal problems causing many health problems, not the least of which is trouble losing weight. I lost my initial 40 lbs within the first 3 months, but attribute that to the stricture I had at the surgical sight. Since i have been able eat...
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