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A pain specialist recommended (among other things) getting bariatric surgery. This definitely threw me for a loop because while I have well-controlled diabetes (type 2) and I’m not skinny, I didn’t think that would seem medically necessary. I’ve been in a fairly decent place with myself as far as body image goes, but the suggestion does pull trigger some past eating disorder thoughts. I have no idea whether to genuinely consider this recommendation or not. Any thoughts/similar experiences?
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Diabetes Type 2 (T2D)
Loss of weight
Generalized pain
Fibromyalgia (FM)
Chronic Pain
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Honestly having many chronic ailments causes you to lose weight. It messes with your appetite. But I always eat really healthy. I'm happy with where I am now. Don't let them get to you love. Self love is important. If you want to lose weight do it for you. I'm sorry this happend to you.
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They asked me early on when I was diagnosed with my fibromyalgia amongst other things. They asked me have I tried losing weight to help with the pain I yell and replied I have lost weight a lot of it. I am still in pain. They shut up after that never brought it up again.
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