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51 and in Need of New Life - Joondalup, Western Australia
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Hi my name is linda. I haven't had the op yet but...
Lindar63August 23, 2014
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Hi my name is linda. I haven't had the op yet but I'm interested in hearing your reviews. I'm a little scared at the unchangability of this op so I hope you guys can give me some encouragement . I currently weigh 113kg and have severe osteoarthritis in my knees. This means hard exercise is out of the question for me and I have tried all diets. I did lose 20kg by myself but no matter how hard i try I cannot lose anymore. Interested to hear your comments.
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August 24, 2014
Hi Linda, I can't tell you how positive I am that the sleeve is a brilliant tool to a healthier and slimmer future for me. I've really done my medical homework and feel safe in my decision and know what this food addiction can do to self worth and health. I know too, we who fight food desires and desperately want to be normal and accepted in this judgemental society, battle prejudice every day. None are harder on us than ourselves and our guilt and embarrassment when we dont fit something or look how we wish. Diet? Exercise? If those worked for us we would not select surgery, we have a medical issue and this is a medical solution. It's not easy, it's not pain free, but it works and I want what those that are slim, healthy, and happy are blessed to have. If I was diabetic, I'd take insulin, if I lost a limb I'd wear a prosthesis, I'd take a cornea transplant if my sight failed, and thank you, I'll take a sleeve operation to be physically and emotionally healthy. Support us, not judge I say to those that do!
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Pain post op
Lindar63August 24, 2014
I have heard some horrendous stories of the postoperative pain that is experienced. Can anyone who has had the op enlighten me on this regard. I know that I have to stay healthy not only for my sake but also for my partners sake. If I were to fall I can't help myself up easily and he has a pacemaker. Also people have told me that the amount of vitamins you have to take is quite a lot and that it can be expensive. Can anyone who has had the op in australia advise me on the cost please. Thanks guys I may have to call on you a lot for advice as I churn this over in my head
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Me now
Lindar63August 24, 2014
I can't stand to see myself in any photos so it is a leap for me to share a phot of me. When I see myself in a picture I always say what a fat slob i am
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August 24, 2014
Hi Linda! I'm 53 and plan on having this surgery in October. I'm a big woos and the worst patient in the world and I am NOT excited about the prospect of pain and people "doing things" to me. LOL! But like everyone else here, I believe I need this for my health, as diet and exercise hasn't worked with any lasting effects. And, I have to say, I've done a lot of research on this and have a friend who's had this done, and post-op pain-wise, I think it will be totally bearable. They give you good pain meds. Some people return to work within 3 days (according to my doctor, anyhow). If you've had children, as I have, that kinda puts the pain issue into perspective!
August 24, 2014
Herringbones, your findings re pain are about the same as mine, and more than manageable! I'm late October and I can't wait!
August 26, 2014
3 days! !!! That's amazing! Pretty gutsy if you ask me! I would be afraid of getting a hernia! I was off 6 weeks and still don't believe that to be enough! I wasn't even out of the hospital at day 3. Effects of some anesthesia last 3 days. Wow. Please be careful and expect longer. It really does take a good month to get used to the diet, pain, nausea, etc. I must be a huge woos. 3 days....I'm dumbfounded...
August 24, 2014
Linda, me again, my gap in Australia will be about $5500 in total (with HBF) and hopefully the next holiday photos you are I you will show with pride!
Have you spoken to any doctors yet or had any consultations? The sleeve is a permanent change, so you do have to make sure it's the decision you want to make. For me personally, it was a great decision. It's helped me lose the weight I couldn't lose on my own. There are a lot of life long changes that you have to make, but as long as you put the work in and you choose a good doctor, you can do it!
You should check out the Gastric Sleeve Forum, there are hundreds of sleevers in there, supporting each other.
Please do keep us updated with your progress.