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I have struggled with these feelings as well. And I felt (OK..sometimes still feel) doubly ashamed because I am a Registered Dietitian who sometimes works in a surgical weight loss clinic - go figure! But I had to come to the realization, with a lot of therapy and prayer and wise counsel, that I am doing this for my health, and that everyone needs help. And it also took a friend of mine who has had RYN to help me see that I will actually be able to better help my patients because I will truly understand what theyhave gone and are going through. I had a hard time telling my boss as well because she is a "streotypical Type-A personality" RD, so I wasn't sure how she was going to react. But I've been struggling with my weight and all of the accompany issues, including clincal depression, for over 30 years, and I'm am tired. So, I had to get myself to a place where I am at peace with myself and my decision. And now, I am just ready to get on with it and have the 2nd half of my life be so much better than the 1st!

I am so glad that you posted! I live in Charlotte but am getting sleeved in Albemarle (at the hospital where I work). I'm having my surgery on Aug. 28. What is your surgery date and who is your surgeon?

Later poster, sorry . Original surgery date was July 24. Moves to August 28th because I forgot I had a vacation scheduled - DUH! Nervous, but very excited!

I have a quick question for those of you who are experiencing post-op lactose intolerance. Is it just with milk or is it with yogurt and cheese as well? What about almond milk? Just wondering. TIA.

I am slightly lactose intolerant now with straight milk. Cheese and yogurt are no problem, so its going to be a toss up post-op. Surgery date is 8/28.

I has that same feeling when I got my gall bladder out. It feels like if you don't hold it, it will fall out on the floor. I'm gonna have to get a binder. Surgery on Aug 28. Keep your chin... and belly up !

I am right there with you! I was originally scheduled for July 24th but had to change the date, which is fine. But I vacillate between being realyl excited and then the next minute, really nervous. I'm at peace with my decision, even if family members aren't, and I know that this is going to be the best thing for me in the long run, but jsut knowing that it's irreversible, life changing surgery is a tad bit nerve racking. But let's be excited together!

You are good with the avocado. Yes, it's high in fat, but it's monounsaturated fat, which is the heart healthy, artery-unclogging kind. And there is actually no cholesterol in them since they are not an animal product. And Brandy is right, the fat will help keep you satiated. As a dietitian, I actually suggest our patients use avocado in place of mayo since it gives the same mouth feel and it's healthier. Just my 2 cents...hope it helps...

Good luck to both of you . Proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc, 5DZ97 currently a member of Charlotte Alumnae chapter. I know that I have a few sorors on here as well.

I would like to know this as well Mary. I had a reduction about 10 years ago - from a 38F to a 38D. Am about a 38DD now but don't want to lose it all, adn the threat of the dreaded "sag" terrifies me. That's why I didn't go smaller during the reduction...

I too have a July surgery date - July 24, which is truly a birthday present to myself since my birthday is on July 29. I will celebrating with chicken broth and sf jello !

Absolutely!! It will certainly be a blessing to have a buddy going through the same journey starting on the same day!!

Good Morning All! I have been lurking here for about 3 weeks and have so enjoyed all of the topics and appreciated all of the information that is shared here. My surgery is scheduled for July 24. Liek everyone else here, I have been on this weight loss roller coaster for more than half of my life. I'm 44 now, and my journey began at age 11. I was underweight and very active up until that point. It was dicovered that I had a cyst in the bone of my right femur and after surgery and a bone graft, was in a body cast for 6 months, and there came the first 50lbs. And well... you all know the rest of the story. My issue, or should I say one of my issues, is that I know that I need and want to have this surgery so that I can finally get off of this roller coaster for good, and get on with livign my life and loving myself. However, I'm feeling a little guilty and not a little hypocritical because I am a Registered Dietitian and Diabetes Educator. This is what I do and I can't do it for myself. I feel like I can't be 100% successful in my job since I'm still on the same journey that my patients are on. It does make my way more sympathetic to their situations than other RD's ( or NUTs as they're referred to here) and even some of my co-workers because I get where they are coming from. But at they same time I feel like "how can I tell someone how to be healthy and lose weight when I can't do it myself?!" It's frustrating beyond belief...on top of all of the other emotional issues that come along on this roller coaster ride. Thanks for letting me get that off my chest... V

Thank you ALL for the support and encouragement! @ buffalogal...I am with you on the "succeeding at everything else but this". I am working on my emotional issues now, so that after the surgery, I will already have stress-relief techniques and lonliness=detractors in place. I am just SO tired of the same old issues coming up again and again, so this will be one more thing I can cehck off of my list on my way to learning to love and like me, ya know? @Wheetsin...I am an ENFP, so I feel EVERYTHING lol!! @GivingItMyAll...OO)-OOP!!! So glad to have know that there are some sorors on here! "Cause I'm sure there is gonna be a whole lot of leaning on the sheild over the next few months !

My date is July 24th as well. I just told my family (mom and sister) yesterday. I am vacillating between being so excited and ready to just a little nervous, which I know is normal. But overall, jsut really, really ready. Good luck to yoU!

Thank you so much for the support Shangefan! I know that I am hardest on myself, but it definitely helps to hear some reassuring and encouraging words!!

First time poster and July 24 surgery date!