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Are there anyone in this group that has had weight loss surgery, if so which one? Or are taking weight loss medication, what's the name? Is

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Washington, DC
June 13
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Many MyObesityTeam members have explored both surgery and medication options! Here's a quick overview of what's commonly used:

Weight Loss Surgeries:
- Gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y)
- Sleeve gastrectomy
- Adjustable gastric band (lap-band)
- Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD/DS)

Weight Loss Medications
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Many MyObesityTeam members have explored both surgery and medication options! Here's a quick overview of what's commonly used:

Weight Loss Surgeries:
- Gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y)
- Sleeve gastrectomy
- Adjustable gastric band (lap-band)
- Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD/DS)

Weight Loss Medications:
- Semaglutide (Wegovy)
- Liraglutide (Saxenda)
- Phentermine/Topiramate (Qsymia)
- Orlistat (Alli/Xenical)
- Naltrexone/Bupropion (Contrave)
- Setmelanotide (Imcivree)

Each option works differently and carries its own risks and benefits. Surgery is typically recommended when lifestyle changes and medications haven't been effective enough.

The best approach is always a conversation with a doctor who specializes in obesity medicine — they can help figure out which path makes the most sense for your specific situation and health needs.

June 13
A MyObesityTeam Member

I had gastric sleeve in July 2019. I got pregnant in 2021 and now am back at my previous to sleeve weight. It’s so disheartening. I can’t get insurance to approve GLP1 or I have to pay $200 plus for it. We are a family of 8 and I can’t afford it

July 7
A MyObesityTeam Member

Hey, I'm new here. I had surgery in 2019, lost over 120 lbs. I now take shots because of regain. I've lost over 30 lbs. I have been able to add exercise to help.maintain.

June 14 (edited)
A MyObesityTeam Member

Please don't get discouraged because you can get back to where you were just remember how you did it at first. Take small steps, small adjustments to your eating habits. Don't try to do it all at one time I find that is my downfall.

July 7
A MyObesityTeam Member

I have realized on my journey to lose weight, I had to adjust my eating habits, by changing what I eat, when I eat and how much I could eat. I didn't have to stop eating anything, but everything is in moderation. If you think back maybe you can see where you went wrong that made you gain your weight back. You have to make those changes. I know they are imperative for me to stay on track.

June 15

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