"Ignoramus8053" wrote in message
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In article , Jamie Johnson wrote:
has anyone on here had gastric bypass surgery? or can anyone refer me to
a
site where I could get unbiased information on the surgery?

I have not seen anyone on this newsgoup who had suc a surgery. We do
however have a few individuals (Jennifer Austin and Smokey) who lost
150-225 lbs and returned to normal or close to normal weight. What is
your weight and height? What makes you think that you need such a
surgery?

i
223/178/180
I'm a 57 yr old female, 5'11" and weigh 409 lbs. Saw an orthopedic surgeon
friday and x-rays showed my knees are bone to bone. My blood pressure is
190/100..this particular physician felt I was a strong candidate for
surgery. He had deep concerns about my quality of life and how much longer
I could live with this weight. He also informed me I would be too heavy for
any knee replacements because at this weight I'd grind out the plastic used
in the replacement. I've tried to loose weight but have been unsuccessful..
I've had a chronic illness which led to my mobid obsesity beginning in 1991.
Up till then my weight was consistently around 140 - 150. Also, my primary
care physician is pushing the surgery due to the blood pressure which is not
being controlled by medication. Any input would be greatly appreciated.