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I was told it was to check for some kind of infection in the stomach that apparently is very common. Not sure what to expect but I'm getting it done tomorrow. :/

Anyone have to have a Urea Breath test? I just want to know what to expect.

You look amazing!

I think we will be better versions of ourselves for sure.

So I don't have a date yet, but I've done all the testing just have to meet with the nut. I can't help but think that me being overweight has made a bit bitter. I really hope with the WLS that I am a happier person. I put in a happy face everyday but on the inside I'm thinking about how I am being perceived because of my weight. I truely hope with the surgery I can be a better version of myself. So looking forward to it!

Good luck tomorrow!!

Hi Tracey, thank you for the advice! Your mother is wise I am feeling more confident about this, thanks again!

Thank you Marsha! You are absolutely right about the support group, I'm going to look into that. My Surgeon actually recommended this site as a first step, so I am happy I joined, and this is way better than googling everything. Good luck, and thank you for your kind words.

Thanks VJ! Thanks for the advice. I too can get a little lazy about exercising but it has more to do with my self image. At the end of the day I am doing this for me and my health, and you are right, I can tell who I want thanks again.

Thank you Tara! Yes I too have been thinking about this option for about a year and now is when I made the move and went to a seminar and consultation. I know it won't be easy but I am hoping for the best. good luck to you on your weight loss journey!

Thanks Marie! I am not going into this lightly especially with the expense, I understand the consequences and I have truly tried everything else.. I do not hve any medical issues yet. If I continue the way I am going they will come and I'm too young for all of that. I hope your pain gets better as days go by, and congrats on embarking on your new weight loss journey!

Hello my name is Iliana and I have decided to get "sleeved." I had my first consultation yesterday and now have to get all the tests done. I'm self pay because my insurance has am exclusion for weight loss surgery. Because I am self pay, the surgery date is really up to me.. My struggle is, I have work activities coming up, but the more I think about it its never going to be the right time. I think I'm just nervous and I'm rabblimg lol. The other thing I struggle with is, I feel like I don't want to tell anyone about this surgery because I feel like I'm taking the easy way out, but like many people I've struggled with yo yo dieting for a long time and I want to take control of it now. Any feedback would be appreciated