What was life like before Bariatric Surgery ?

I first thought about bariatric surgery after a family member had success from it.  After being so obese and miserable for several years, I noticed my health was starting to deteriorate.  I couldn’t go shopping for very long without having pain and being out of breath.  Spending time with my granddaughter wasn’t as fun as it should have been and just enjoying life had become a challenge not just physically but mentally also.  I knew it was time for change.  I was sick and tired of always being sick and tired. 

What is life like after bariatric surgery ?

Since my bariatric surgery, my life has improved drastically!  Not just medically but physically and mentally.  I can go shopping without losing my breath and actually enjoy it and it not feel like a chore.  I’m able to do house work and still have energy when I’m done.  I’m in the gym now and can even walk a few miles without pain.  My blood pressure has come down.  My sleep apnea has improved also.  My over all health has improved.  My energy level is so much higher than before.  I am able to attend events with my family now and I am able to spend time with my granddaughter and enjoy it.   My entire life has improved. 

I wish I would have had the surgery sooner.  The only reason I didn’t was out of fear of the unknown.  It was going to be a complete life changing process.  If I could give anyone advice if they’re on the fence about having surgery, JUMP off the fence and do it!   Your life will change and you won’t regret it at all.  The only thing I would change in this process is I would have had the surgery sooner and I wish I would have gotten in the gym as soon as I was released to instead of waiting.  I would 100% do it over again.  One of the best decisions I have ever made was this surgery and taking my life back.   Thank you Dr Syn for giving me a life worth living again!

My starting weight from my heaviest was 267.  I am now at 133 pounds.  It had been 2 years and 3 1/2 months. I have lost a total of 134 pounds and feel amazing.  I have since had a corset abdominoplasty performed by Dr. Syn to removed my excess skin. Clothes fit so much better and skin irritation completely gone.   I finally feel comfortable in my own body.  No more fat or skin and it is an amazing feeling.