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33 Years of Being Overweight Done with - Jacksonville, FL

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I am going through the stages of testing to get...

smiles80April 29, 2014
WORTH IT$8,000
I am going through the stages of testing to get approved for sleeve surgery. I am at 327 lbs, and have been overweight most my life. I need to do this do to chronic joint pain, I know it will just get worst, my mom had her hips replaced at 49. Just nervous and embarrassed I have to do this way. Looking for some support.

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Dr. Lynch

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Debbasue63
April 29, 2014
Welcome and congratulations on one of the biggest and best decisions you can make for yourself! Give me a shout with any questions or concerns you have. My sleeve date was 2/26/2014.
rklandis76
April 30, 2014
Considering band or sleeve. Current weight 278 and 5 ft 6". Nervous about sleeve being irreversible. The band having the port and weight loss not fast. Any suggestions to help make a decision?
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MsNParker
April 30, 2014
You've made the first step and there is nothing to be embarrassed about. Surgery is a tool just like any other to help you lose weight and maintain health. Nervous is normal and we've all been there too so feel free to reach out throughout the process.
Khlobear
April 30, 2014
We were all nervous - embarrassed - don't be! Look, people have all kinds of problems - eating and weight is minor compared to some. People can stop drinking, smoking, gambling and doing drugs - we HAVE to eat - forever so it's even harder for us - we just can't stop! I had the sleeve on 3/20 - I'm down 41 lbs from my highest weight in January - it's not "easy" but it's worth it - there are still moments I regret it but 99.9% of the time - I'm so thankful I will finally have this under control. Right now I'm seriously struggling with getting the shakes in and the constipation that comes from them and not having the energy I want to exercise but I know every day is a new day and I'm only a month+ out from surgery - baby steps! You can do this!!
smiles80
April 30, 2014
Thanks for writing. Wow you have lost that much already, good job. What did you start at? So have you started eating any food yet? What are you doing for your exercise?
Khlobear
May 1, 2014
I lost almost 10 prior to surgery so I'm down actually 31.6 pounds since surgery on 3/20. Unfortunately the weather hasn't cooperated for me to get moving like I know I need to. It doesn't feel like 'that' much - hard to explain - my goal is another 53 lbs but it feels like it's taking forever:) I know that must sound silly but it does feel like that. I have eaten things here and there but I'm still mostly liquids - protein shakes. I am NOT hungry so food and drink are difficult. I go to the dr tomorrow for my check up - I think they will graduate me to the next phase of soft foods - eggs, fish, etc... I have tried some things - fresh mozz cheese - couple of bites of chicken - a hard boiled egg - that's mostly it and the experiences have not been good. Everything feels stuck and literally 2-3 bites in - I'm so full I'm sick. One day I tried a piece of London broil - I was SO sick - threw up for about an hour - not sure how we start eating again but it's a very slow and uncomfortable process. Initially after surgery I was walk/jogging but I haven't felt 100% for the past few weeks on and off - very tired but that comes with not having many calories - I have to get moving! Let me know if I can answer any other questions:)
smiles80
May 2, 2014
Hey, your still losing weight, you must feel good when you put your clothes on. My nutritionist said I can expect 4-6 lbs a week the first 3 monthes, so that's only 16-24 lbs a month, so I feel you are doing good. I have a feeling I will be like you having difficulty eating, my body tends to be sensitive to any little thing.
K_at_RealSelf
April 30, 2014
Welcome and thanks for sharing your journey with us!

Don't ever be embarrassed. We've all either been, or currently are, in your position. This is a tough journey, which takes a lot of hard work and effort, for which you should never feel ashamed. You can do this! :-)
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AllieGB
May 1, 2014
You're in the right place! Well done you for taking control and doing this, from what others have said it's the best decision they have ever made. I'm being sleeved just before you on May 10th, I'll be sure to update whenever I can so you can read it. There are three of us being done within a month of each other so you have two surgery buddies :) Don't be embarrassed, I am too, but it makes no sense to be. We are taking positive steps to change our lives and improve our health, what's to be ashamed about? I am about your weight too, it would take years to lose what I need to on a 'diet' and I can't stick to it for that long, we need a tool to help. It's been proven that diets don't work in the long term unless one changes for life, we will be doing just that. Don't be a stranger, we're always here if you need us.
UPDATED FROM smiles80
1 day pre

waiting game

smiles80June 2, 2014
I have my last appt. and that is with the nutritionist. Then they send it for review to insurance. I have aready started telling some people and I have been looking at smaller clothes, I can't wait to wear some thing that does not have an X in front of it, I really liked New York and Co. clothes

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AllieGB
June 5, 2014
I hope you get a good decision soon! My op for 5/10 was cancelled so now I'm 6/14, the nerves haven't kicked in this time, but they didn't last time until I was actually in hospital. I started the liquid diet again four days ago. Keep us posted!
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LatinaCurves4Life9
June 9, 2014
Awwww welcome!!! Don't be ashamed this is a commitment to u! U won't regret it it's the best decision I've ever made!!! Congrats on taking the first steps!
UPDATED FROM smiles80
22 days post

Date scheduled, The end of a new beginning

smiles80June 25, 2014
The other day I met with my surgeon and we scheduled surgery for August 8th. A lot of emotions are going thru my head, but I know it's for the best.

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AllieGB
June 26, 2014
You'll be so happy you did it, trust me. When I got my date it all seemed real and I just wanted to forget the whole thing, after all I'd been fat for years so why bother now? I was sleeved two weeks ago and it is the best thing I ever did, I'm so glad I didn't change my mind. Food doesn't rule my life, I'm not hungry, I'm losing weight and I feel fantastic. The op was a breeze. Mid August you'll be saying the same thing. I have terrible rheumatoid arthritis and I know it would have been worse without this surgery.
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Zen lady
July 12, 2014
Under a month! I'll be looking forward to reading your slim-me-journey! All the best!
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