Before and after: 180 kg to 89 kg (201 lb lost)
How much weight did Mahmoud Mayyas lose after sleeve gastrectomy?
Mahmoud Mayyas from Jordan lost 91 kg, from 180 to 89 kg, in 10 months after sleeve gastrectomy with Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi, with improved blood pressure, diabetes, sleep apnea and joint pain. Results vary from patient to patient.
Mahmoud’s story in brief
Mahmoud Mayyas from Jordan, and mashallah he lost more than 90 kg, thank God. Previous weight 180 kg, current weight 89 kg, within 10 months. He got rid of high blood pressure, diabetes, and difficulty breathing and breathing pauses during sleep caused by severe obesity, as well as joint pain and difficulty moving.
Read the original Arabic
محمود مياس من الأردن، وما شاء الله نزل وزنه أكثر من 90 كيلو بفضل الله. الوزن السابق 180 كيلو، والوزن الحالي 89 كيلو خلال 10 شهور. تخلص من الضغط والسكري وصعوبة وانقطاع النفس أثناء النوم بسبب السمنة المفرطة، وآلام المفاصل وصعوبة الحركة.
Why did he choose sleeve gastrectomy?
Mahmoud weighed 180 kg, with severe obesity causing high blood pressure, diabetes, sleep apnea, joint pain and difficulty moving. After a full medical assessment at the center, laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy was chosen as the right option for him.
His health after 10 months
Within 10 months he reached 89 kg. His blood pressure and blood sugar improved until he no longer needed medication for them, under his doctor’s supervision; his sleep improved as the apnea resolved, and his joint pain eased, making daily movement much easier.
The journey, step by step
- Before surgery: 180 kg and severe obesity
High blood pressure, diabetes, breathing difficulty and pauses during sleep, joint pain and difficulty moving.
- Medical assessment and preparation
Comprehensive tests and evaluation of blood pressure, diabetes and sleep breathing, with an explanation of the laparoscopic sleeve plan.
- Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
Surgery at Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi’s center, then a gradual move from liquids to normal food.
- First months: fast loss and better health
Clear weight loss with gradual adjustment of blood pressure and diabetes medication under medical supervision, and better sleep.
- 10 months later: 89 kg
91 kg lost, with improved blood pressure, diabetes and sleep apnea, and easier movement without joint pain.
Mahmoud’s story is one of the clearest examples of what bariatric surgery can do in severe obesity; losing more than 90 kg affected his blood pressure, diabetes, sleep apnea and joints all at once. Reducing or stopping blood pressure and diabetes medication must be done gradually and only under a doctor’s supervision, and sleep apnea should be re-assessed before stopping a breathing device if one is used. Fast weight loss needs enough protein, vitamins and regular lab follow-up. Results vary depending on starting weight, health and commitment.
This story reflects one patient's experience. Your result depends on your starting weight, health, the chosen procedure and your commitment after surgery. Only a personal medical evaluation can tell you what to expect.
Mahmoud Mayyas, a patient from Jordan, had laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy at Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi’s bariatric and laparoscopic surgery center. His weight went from 180 kg to 89 kg (91 kg lost) in 10 months, with improvement in blood pressure, diabetes, sleep apnea, joint pain and mobility. Results vary between patients.
Frequently asked questions
How much did Mahmoud Mayyas lose after sleeve gastrectomy?
He lost 91 kg, from 180 to 89 kg, within 10 months of surgery.
Is sleeve gastrectomy suitable for someone weighing 180 kg?
It may suit many patients with severe obesity, but the decision depends on body mass index, related conditions and the presence of reflux or diabetes. In some cases the doctor may recommend a gastric bypass instead of a sleeve, decided after a full assessment.
Does sleep apnea improve after sleeve gastrectomy?
In many patients sleep apnea improves clearly with weight loss and may disappear in some. Re-assessment is advised before stopping a nighttime breathing device (CPAP) if the patient uses one.
Can you stop blood pressure and diabetes medication after a sleeve?
Blood pressure and type 2 diabetes improve in a large proportion of patients after weight loss, and some can stop medication as Mahmoud did. This must be done gradually under a doctor’s supervision with regular readings.
Is losing 90 kg in 10 months safe?
Fast weight loss is common in the first months after a sleeve at higher starting weights, and it is safe when patients get enough protein, fluids and vitamins with regular lab follow-up with the medical team.
