Hi, I am 56, had gastric sleeve on March 30, 2016. 5 years ago I had put on over 75lbs from medications. Nothing I tried would take the weight off. And all the Dr. seem to want to do was put me on more or up the meds. As of Sept I started going to a Gastric Specialist. Had to have 6 mo. of weight loss before surgery was approved. My HW: 270, BSW 245, GW: 135/140 as of today I weight 195lbs. The biggest advantage is at this time I no longer am taking: Lyrica, Gabapentin, Atorvastatin, Metformin or Lisinopril. I do still take 1 BP med, allergy med, omeprazole to protect my tummy, Celebrex and Methylfolate. I am happy with my decision to have WLS, as I do not feel I would ever been able to loss the weight, and more added health issues.
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