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Gastric Bypass on NHS

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Tally84563
Tally84563

Hi all, I recently spoke to my GP about weight loss surgery as I have battled with my weight my whole life. I’ve lost weight many times and always gain it again. I have high blood pressure and my BMI is over 40 so he told me I would be eligible.I’m from the north east and have been referred to the food for thought group and have my first session tomorrow. My question is, have you had WL surgery on the NHS and how long did you wait? I’d also like to know whether you feel the surgery was successful. Thanks so much 

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  • stacey73176
    stacey73176 Tally84563

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    Hi carol, i havent had surgery but i went to my gp and asked for wl surgery on the nhs- like you, my dr agreed as my bmi is 40 and i have hypothyroidism, pcos and im pre-diabetic.

    Im in the south west (somerset)

    Ive been on the waiting list to see endocrinology for 6 months now and my appointment is on tuesday.

    Endo work closely with bariatric surgeons... have you been referred to one?

    Ive not been referred to food for thought or any other group yet.

    I downloaded a pdf from my local hospital (who happen to be the leading bariatric team) and its quite indepth.

    Maybe worth your while having a look at where you'd be having surgery amd seeing if they have info to download?

    Can i ask why you want the bypass?

    im opting for the sleeve myself if i get accepted x

    • courtnay26
      courtnay26 stacey73176

      Posted

      Stacey

      I just wonder have you tried to see if thyroid medications worked for you?

    • stacey73176
      stacey73176 courtnay26

      Posted

      i had levothyroxine and gained 2 stone so stopped taking it.

      Im hoping endo can put me on something more suitable x

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