Posted by jay on August 11, 2004, at 9:49:18
In reply to Re: Gastro by-pass or Meridia??? » jay, posted by Dinah on August 11, 2004, at 1:37:09
> I've heard some bad things about bypass surgery, Jay. Not with everyone, but with enough people to make me skittish. Side effects that may be harder on your social life than extra weight. Unless you have are morbidly obese, I think I'd do what I could to avoid surgery.
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> And I *do* understand. I gained about 50 to 55 pounds on Luvox, and have only lost ten despite the fact that I'm on minimal meds. And I don't eat a huge amount, tho I'll admit to binge eating for mood regulation. I've even switched to diet coke. And I *am* diabetic, and my health would be vastly improved if I lost another 25 pounds at least, 40 to 50 would be better.
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> Can you do some research into side effects?Thanx Dinah for your great post. I've heard all of the "good" things, but haven't done enough research to hear the bad things...which many people on here and yourself seem very knowledgeable about. I wouldn't want to put my greater health at risk just for this.
I know what you mean...even just 20 or so pounds would put my chin up and maybe more effort. Well...I'll wait and see what the doctor has to say next time I see him, and I will post what route I am going.
Thanks again..:-)
Jay
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