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Hi I am new here. I found this site as I wanted to find people in UK to talk to and get advice on WLS. Im 41. Have Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Liver/Kidney issues, ME/CFS and Polycystic Ovaries- so falling apart with an Autistic young child. so I needed to do something soon. i weighed 19.2...

Hi all, I am having a band with Healthier Weight on 4th Feb, and I don't want anyone to know. I am going to lie and pretend I have had another type of surgery, but not sure what to say. I don't want to discuss it - I'm very ashamed of it, so... anyone else come up with a great reason why...

Hi everyone,:) Feeling really positive and reassured after having a nosey through some of the posts on here. I have one day left, until I start my liver reduction diet! Nervous is a understatement! As this is the first big step in my weight loss journey. My op date is march 16th 2017, I also...

Hi! I'm New to this and I'm still doing all my research into what surgery will be best for me. From what I read online, hair loss seems to be a common side affect after surgery. I'm just trying to ascertain how common is this and how bad can it get?? Thanks!

I have just recently completed phase 1 of the weight management program here in Dundee, Scotland with a 7.5% weight loss since starting. Didn't get to the 10% required for surgery in phase 1 so have been referred to phase 2 so now await my appointment times for this. I am hoping that by the time...

Met the weight management doctor at the hospital today who says I am a really good candidate for surgery. He says I have to attend SLiM sessions once a month for 6 months and lose 1 st in the 6months in order to be put forward for surgery/funding. I hope I can do this, feels like nothing has...

Hi guys, Just wondering if people are still able to enjoy a cocktail or two after surgery?

Hi ... I am unsure if this message will be read or acknowledged but I thought I would give it a go. I'm Angela, 27 years old . I'm engaged to my college sweetheart, Paul. We've known each other for 8 years now and he has been my rock throughout the years. We studied sport and exercise and I...

I all not sure if anyone can help but I'm having my surgery and traveling to France, I've spoken to surgeon yet he said there is no need for a diet plan before my operation. I've been reading about the milk diet to reduce the size of my liver as this could course limited access. Can anyone give...

My GP suggested I consider weight loss surgery some time ago but declined because, A. I wanted to try and do it on my own, and B. prior to the discussion I had been in hospital a considerable length of time and wasn't a pleasant experience. On the plus side I survived but on the negative I am...

Hello everyone :) I am approaching 4 years post surgery and I think I was doing pretty well. I long moonlit walks on the beach. Oops wrong forum, duh. Seriously though I've been pretty good until recently I've felt like I haven't been doing so well. Since I'm not one for talking about myself...

After waiting for 2 years just heard I've got funding for gastric band in Cornwall does anyone know how long it will be before surgery ?

Still hurting but getting better everyday. I am sort of on track I think. I can't sleep on my sides and I hurt when I turn over. But I think it will be worth it in the end. I guess I need encouragement. Some of the pain hurts so bad.:wave_cry:

I am more than a little apprehensive.... :cry:

Omg I cant believe its finally happening, I have waited over two years for this!! =P I'm going into spire hospital in Blackpool at 7.40am tomorrow for my gastric sleeve =D All my family are behind me and understand its the best way to get control of my life again =D I'm not nervous about the...

So anyone else having a "weekend break" for their surgery 20th/21st August. All being well I have put my towel on the bed ready for surgery! All of a sudden that terrible cliche "positive mental attitude" actually means something.:)

Hello everyone!!! My name is nena!!!! I am new and I am sooo ready to start my journey with your help!!!! Not yet gotten surgery but almost there hoping for march but I need a hand!!! Suggestions?!? Im looking into the VSG or the band, please help! I also already made my channel on you tube but...

Hi All, I need to know how this all works. Feel a bit stuck. I have twice gone to my GP and asked for a tummy tuck as I still look pregnant after having my daughter 4 years ago and both times it has been refused. I (26) have now gone to him a 3rd time and said this is now affecting my...

Hi There, I'm 29 years old and currently weighing in at approximately 22 stone. After an eighteen month struggle with doctors and dieticians I've finally found out today that my funding has been approved and I've joined a twenty week waiting list to have a gastric bypass by Mr Khan at Walsall...

Hi All, I've been an occassional lurker around here for some time but this it my first proper post. I'm feeling really anxious and becoming increasingly impatient (I went to my GP a year ago) as time goes on and wondered if anyone out there has any advice or information. I'm in Wolverhampton...