Devon

My PCP called me in after labs and said what the heck are you doing. My numbers were horrible mostly weight related. After I told her of my plan to take the weight off, she was on board.

Wondering if I can take my pre surgery meds. The surgeon didn't mention it. Im on levoxyl for thyroid and Xanax to sleep.

Surgery went well. They removed my gallbladder and repaired a hiatal hernia. I'm a little sore, having trouble sleeping all night - and seam to have lots of gurgling everytime I sip! All in all - I'm well.

my breaking point is being 55 with diabetes, high blood pressure, high everything, I am having trouble walking - my knees, ankles and hips kill me. I don't want to be seen in a pair of shorts - I don't feel like going anywhere... my son is getting married in October and I really don't want to be that fat mother of the groom. I want to look and feel great - and be healthy.
I am worried about the extreme measures I've had to go to - and read some of the horror stories. I am having surgery on friday. wish me luck!

my breaking point is being 55 with diabetes, high blood pressure, high everything, I am having trouble walking - my knees, ankles and hips kill me. I don't want to be seen in a pair of shorts - I don't feel like going anywhere... my son is getting married in October and I really don't want to be that fat mother of the groom. I want to look and feel great - and be healthy.
I am worried about the extreme measures I've had to go to - and read some of the horror stories. I am having surgery on friday. wish me luck!

Hi, Devon. I haven't had the surgery yet. I'm having it on July 2nd. I have also had a struggle with my weight (my entire life, I'm 42). My doctor is going to keep me in the hospital for 2 days. I work at home, and so he told me I could go back to work when I feel able, possibly as soon as a week. His only restrictions for me were the postoperative diet and not to drive until I've been off pain medicine for 2 days. I struggled with whether this surgery was the right thing as well. My mom-in-law was worried about me having surgery and asked me to try to eat the small amounts like I would after surgery now. I know it would not work, as it seems I'm always hungry. I feel I really need to do this because my health is starting to change (recently diagnosed with diabetes). This is my best shot and I have to take it. When is your surgery? Is it on the 2nd as well? It sounds like we will be sleeving at the same time. I'll be looking for your updates. I'm praying for your smooth surgery and speedy recovery.