I really need some advice please

November 9, 2001

Hi everyone,

I am not new but it has been a while since I have posted. Here is my dilemna-

I have done my homework and truly believe the ds is the best surgery out there

for most people . It does seem to offer a more " normal " post op quality of life

.. My problem is, I am over 600 pounds and a die hard binge eater and food

addict. I also have SEVERE obsessive- compulsive disorder. Food rules my life

in every way. As much as I dislike the roux en y gastric bypass surgery ( the

kind that Carnie had ) I am wondering if I should consider it because of all the

restrictions, dumping, etcetera. There is no question I need surgery- it is

just a matter of the right one. I just feel that with the ds it will be easier

for me to " go crazy " than with a distal roux en y. I know myself- I will

push things to the limit and will probably end up stretching my remaining

stomach prematurely . The bottom line for me is- would someone with my traits

and personality type be better off with the freedom of the ds- or the negative

reinforcements and restrictions of the roux en y ( which I would get distal )

Your opinions are welcomed. I REALLY like the ds but I am trying to be honest

with myself..... I am not too much of a sweets person- a piece of cake or a

donut now and then is ok- but I LOVE carbs (mostly rice, potatoe, bread,

gravies) and proteins, ( beef, pork, chicken) fatty foods ( pizza,salami,

summer sausage, cold cuts ) , junk food , ( doritos, ravioli, chips)

Thanks for your opinions . Blessings

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