Have you had the Bariatric Surgery?Do you know anyone who has?

Well! I am way off about bariatric surgery. I do have a friend who had it done. She didn't talk about it much after she had it done. She did say that changing her eating habits were the hardest part; like any habit. (She is an incredible baker.) She lost weight, a lot of weight. She was so excited about being able to run around her backyard, and breathe at the same time. She went from two-hundred and fifty-five pounds to about a-hundred and sixty pounds. She finally could have a life. She looked so beautiful. All the best to you and Good Luck with that. It would be interesting to watch your weight go down. Post a progress report each week......Cool! I forgot to mention, when the skin is empty, it will be baggy. There will be excercising and possibly 'tucking', depending on how much weight you have lost. It's a long term process. I'm sure we all will support you by cheering you on!

My mother had this done 12 years ago and has had mixed results. Looking only at the weight loss benefit, which is the main purpose, it has been very successful. She has had some uncomfortable side effects (her stomach is now so small that if she overeats even slightly she becomes sick), but I think she would say that it is worth it. 12 years later she is still much thinner than before.

I'm sorry, I don't personally know anyone who has had that done, but please be careful and make sure you're aware of all the risks before you undergo the surgery.

My aunt had the Surgery a couple of yrs. ago. She was able to loose weight from it, but last I heard, was way over 250 again. So I guess if you work at it, and want to keep the weight off, etc. is can be a Good thing.

Bariatric surgery is indeed a means of reducing obesity.However look a bit deeper..if there is genetic history, i.e. you parents or close relatives, grandpas where obese in a ratio more than 20% then i would be rather cautious..or if it is because of some disease and not lifestyle..Unless you ahve true problems..think it twice.That is my opinion

I have known several people who have had it done and they would not change it for the world. They say that your a pretty sore for a few weeks, and getting used to measuring you food and changing the habits are very hard, but in the end, well worth it. My insurance will not pay for it even it it it deamed medically necessary. I wish you good luck..:)

what does the surgery actually do for you or what is bariatric surgery, which part of the body.... greetings. : )

I have known a couple of people that had it that had dramatic results as far as weight loss, at first. But over time by continuing to have bad eating habits their stomachs stretched and they gained part of the weight back. I also had an acquaintance die shortly after the surgery; so think long and hard about it first. Good luck with whatever you decide to do.

Well yes a friend of mine underwent the surgery its all about sealing off most of the stomach to reduce the amount of food one can eat, and to rearrange the small intestine to reduce the calories the bodies can absorb. I must admit that yes it has been a great success for him

What is it?

My cousin had it done last December, she has lost 125lbs....she hasnt had any health problems.Good luck with yours!

No, sorry. I don't know anyone who has had the surgery. Sorry I can't help.

I used to work in a hospital where we did the diagnostics for presurgery. Good luck on your surgery.

I know a few who have, but I won't ever do it. 1) I'm not 90 or more pounds over weight and 2) it sounds scary!

I haven't had a bariatric surgery. I don't even know what it is. It does sound serious though. Any surgery is serious. Once your skin is cut, your body is open to infection. My husband, years ago had to have polyps removed from his colon, and he had to have a 'barium'(?) enema. Is there any relation between the words 'barium' and 'bariatric'? (I haven't read the above responses. I'll do that now.)

I'm not entirely sure what kind of a surgery that is. What's the purpose of it?

sorry no idea.. may you get back to work soon.. get well soon.

I know several people that has talked about having it. But never go through with it. Not sure why that is.

I don't even know what the term means!

I know several people who have had it and it does work but it's not a instant fix. You have to stick with the rules of eating afterwards and make sure that you find a reputable doctor.