Not only have researchers reported improvements in depression and anxiety in
patients who had bariatric surgery, but improved health-related quality of
life, self-esteem, and marital satisfaction have also been recognized.33
Learn more about the benefits of the Realize™
Personalized Banding Solution.
Some of the emotions you may feel after REALIZE Band surgery may surprise you.
Don’t worry. You are not alone. The following are examples of what some
patients experience after surgery.
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The addiction to food is “transferred” to an addiction to something else such
as exercise or weighing one’s self
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Some individuals report feeling depressed immediately after surgery. They
wonder if they have made the right decision to have surgery and/or feel overly
scared that the band won’t work.
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Some say they miss being able to take in a big mouthful of food and swallowing
it.
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Some report that certain foods they liked before surgery no longer taste good,
while other foods become more flavorful.
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Some patients are surprised and somewhat uncomfortable with the amount of
attention they receive from the opposite sex after they had lost a significant
amount of weight.
While it’s important to be aware of potential emotional changes, take comfort
in knowing that your bariatric program is there to help guide you. Be sure to
check out our Patient Stories
page to hear first hand from other REALIZE Band patients who have dealt with
emotional changes after surgery.
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