Valentina

What a small world. I was the practice administrator for a group of surgeons for more years than I dare to remember. But my surgeons where all Orthopods. I thank you for your input. I am feeling much more confidant with my decision since finding this site. The vast majority of my support group is either Bypass or banded. There is only one person that has been sleeved and she is a wee bit "unique" not even considering WLS. I wish I had some support here at home, but my daughters are both off on their own in other states, and my significant other is not mentally strong right now. I will find support from this site. I know it!!! I have always been a strong individual. I will just have to remind myself of that as I go forward . Thank you again! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

I had CTS when I was pregnant. The OB swore that once the baby was born, the CTS would resolve. Not true. I have bilateral Carpal Tunnel Release and that is when I received instant relief! I watched the release on the screen in the OR and was amazed! If your CTS pain is severe, do not be afraid of having it released!!! It is sooo simple and sooo immediately pain relieving. I have never regretted it!! Think about it. I get REAL tired of MDs as well as the general public accusing every ache and symptom on being overweight! It's Pain!! Do what is needed to make it go away. If it's CTS then treat it! Get the release. It's an outpt. procedure requiring only two to three stitches. Good luck!

Thank you ever so much. I did the research before I had my first consult with my surgeon. I just have had SOOO many people try to talk me out of it. --and with the lack of continueing support from my significant other, I am feeling very much alone. I only found this site last week and already am finding comfort from it. Maybe, I'm not as alone as I think.

I have a wee chat with God every morning for my fellow WLS partners. I will add your names. Can't hurt. Good luck and Good Health.

Good God, I hope not! I am 58 and have a surgery date available for June1st. I wonder why is it so difficult to find support for VSG? Everyone in my support group pushes for gastric bypass.