Life changing experience!

[Rebirth61]

Yes, having the duodenal switch literally changed my life. And you would expect it would. I do have issues when I see myself. I haven't gotten used to the fact that I am within a normal weight range. I spent too much time being ashamed, self-conscious, less than...and the list goes on. I did a lot of self-loathing. I have to get to know this new person that looks back at me in the mirror. By the way, it has been almost 2 years since I had the duodenal switch.

I'd be curious to know how you feel about the "new you." Do you have an acceptance of your new self? Also, I would most like to hear from those who had the duodenal switch. How was your recovery? Are you having any difficulties?

I appreciate you sharing your experiences with me.

Thanks so much!

 

[Cheyenne]

Yes, having the duodenal switch literally changed my life. And you would expect it would. I do have issues when I see myself. I haven't gotten used to the fact that I am within a normal weight range. I spent too much time being ashamed, self-conscious, less than...and the list goes on. I did a lot of self-loathing. I have to get to know this new person that looks back at me in the mirror. By the way, it has been almost 2 years since I had the duodenal switch.

I'd be curious to know how you feel about the "new you." Do you have an acceptance of your new self? Also, I would most like to hear from those who had the duodenal switch. How was your recovery? Are you having any difficulties?

I appreciate you sharing your experiences with me.

Thanks so much!

WELCOME to the Forum!!!

I had the gastric bypass. I don't think very many people have had the duodenal switch on this forum. I can however tell you I have lost a lot of weight and I am as happy as can be. I still have more to lose but if I never lose another pound I am in heaven. Life is so different. I am a normal person now. I can wear a size 16 instead of a 5X. I don't have a problem with myself thinking I'm still a very fat person. I feel so good it's amazing! I could be sad for all the years I was extremely overweight and did nothing about it but that would just waste more time now. Life is amazing and I enjoy every day and am so thankful I had surgery!

Cheyenne

 

[dancinbr]

Yes, having the duodenal switch literally changed my life. And you would expect it would. I do have issues when I see myself. I haven't gotten used to the fact that I am within a normal weight range. I spent too much time being ashamed, self-conscious, less than...and the list goes on. I did a lot of self-loathing. I have to get to know this new person that looks back at me in the mirror. By the way, it has been almost 2 years since I had the duodenal switch.

I'd be curious to know how you feel about the "new you." Do you have an acceptance of your new self? Also, I would most like to hear from those who had the duodenal switch. How was your recovery? Are you having any difficulties?

I appreciate you sharing your experiences with me.

Thanks so much!

Hello,

I also had the gastric bypass. Most here on the forum have either had the gastric bypass or the sleeve.

I know I am a very happy person and I have definitely see my life change as you say.

I can look in the mirror and smile now having achieved my goal and on maintenance and doing fine.

I am still on my honeymoon sort of speak since it is only a little over a year since my procedure, but what a wonderful experience to date.

Best wishes,

Ralph

 

[fuww57]

Congratulations on your success. I felt the same way about myself. I am first seeing family I haven't seen in over 20 years all because I didn't want people seeing me, I was so ashamed. It took be a while to get used to the new person but I'm finding wearing the new wardrobe helps a lot (my old tuxedo is a size 56; my new tuxedo is a size 42). The funny thing is that when I used to ride the subway the middle seat on the 3-seater was always empty. Now people take the middle seat which can be annoying but that's the sacrifice a "normal" sized person has to deal with. I have done very well with sales at Macy's (even cheaper before Black Friday) and now when I try on clothes I look at myself (maybe even study) instead of the quick look I would do just to get it over with. The ironic thing I find is having once been the largest person in the room I now run into a lot of people who are now larger than me. I don't gloat but it is something that I need to process.

 

[dancinbr]

Congratulations on your success. I felt the same way about myself. I am first seeing family I haven't seen in over 20 years all because I didn't want people seeing me, I was so ashamed. It took be a while to get used to the new person but I'm finding wearing the new wardrobe helps a lot (my old tuxedo is a size 56; my new tuxedo is a size 42). The funny thing is that when I used to ride the subway the middle seat on the 3-seater was always empty. Now people take the middle seat which can be annoying but that's the sacrifice a "normal" sized person has to deal with. I have done very well with sales at Macy's (even cheaper before Black Friday) and now when I try on clothes I look at myself (maybe even study) instead of the quick look I would do just to get it over with. The ironic thing I find is having once been the largest person in the room I now run into a lot of people who are now larger than me. I don't gloat but it is something that I need to process.

All I can say to you is CONGRATULATIONS !!!