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So, on Valentine's Day I will have my psychological evaluation. Let me start by saying I am very sane and I am getting this surgery for all the right reasons. My questions for those of you who have had your psychological evaluations are, what kind of questions do they ask? Is there something's I should or shouldn't say? Do I have to lay on a couch?(Lol) What's the deal? Never needed to have this type of evaluation so I'm really curious to find out what I will be facing.......(-; HELP

Diabetes affects the entire body's organs so the proteinuria could be associated with the diabetes affecting the kidneys. I would think this would be even more reason to have the surgery. Whatever is going on is in the early stage or may be false positive so don't let it consume your thoughts until you go back to the doc. When is your surgery?

Thank you Suznc, I am Trying not to let it get to me. Trying to remain optimistic about the whole ordeal. /-:. I Still have a few More things to get done before it is submitted to my insurance company. I haven't been assigned a date yet but it looks like some time in February is what they are telling me.(-:

HEY everyone, well, I went to my primary doctor yesterday and She gave me the "Okay" to proceed with my requirements I need for surgery. Here the problem. For some Reason the have found "PROTEIN" in my urine. This is the second time! I have to go back and see her on Tuesday to discuss medication. I'M a little worried because I Really don't understand what or Why this is happening. I have been diagnosed with diabetes. Could this be the cause of the Protein? Is having this problem going to Keep me from getting my surgery? If not will the protein go away like my diabetes will? I'M lost, I know I will discuss it with my primary doc on Tuesday, but in the meantime, in-between time I need some advice )-:.

I am new here.... I originally scheduled to do a lapband this month but my physician had called me and wanted to talk to me before the surgery on Nov 15. So I went to see her... And I was so glad that I did it! She wanted me to check out the gastric bypass surgery before I choose what I realy eanted to do. She does not want me to spend twice in a procedure if the lapband will not work! So' date=' i listened to her and canceled the lapband surgery! I am currently meeting with a surgeon for bypass on the 12th.... So we can start the process...[/quote']

I too had my mind set on the Lapland but after the seminar I changed my mind and decided to pursue the RNY. I Did my research as well and found it is more successful than the lapband, and you can loss a substantial amount of weight! I am in the process of getting all my test done and Hope to GET my surgery by early or mid February!! I am so excited and Can't Wait for the new me to emerge out of this old tired shell I have carried around with me for years!! Good luck to you on your journey! There are so many wonderful people on this forum that will Keep you uplifted and supported Before, during and after your journey! So thankful for them!!♥

Your headed in the right direction what you weight today does not matter. It's what your going to weight and what you do in the future that matters.

WLS is not for everyone and the ones that do succeed under stand that this is a life long commitment a life long Journy.

We are always happy to add one more person to the losers team. You can do this no regrets no worries don't worry what friends or family will say. This is about you and what you are doing for your loved ones.

Good luck on your Journy

Surgery Anniversary 7/30/12

Thank you PaulB for your encouragement! I am so ready for this life changing event. I Want to be healthy for me and my kids. I Want to live and be happy with me and what I see and right now I am not. Soon it will Get Better and I will look back and Say, what was I worried about! I Did it and I love me and what I see. (-: Again, Thank you!!

I was 211 felt like a fat cow. Knocking things down at the shopping stores. After surgery I came out less then one month more more in the 200's I was 197 then from there I kept going down. Look I'm 139 almost 5 months post up & size 7 I feel great. Nothing is impossible. Take me for example & many other ladies here bigger then I was or same weight just about. We all did it.

Congrats mamiof3kids and Thanks for the encouragement! It means a lot!!

You are definately not alone! I use to just use pads but the Poise are just better. My kids like to tease me and call me Grandma too. I've had so many surgeries and they've been there to help me always but you just gotta laugh about it

sometimes. It's ridiculous! lol

Lol...Yes u do!! They are lifesavers!!

Aww Ty!! I have been praying hard about this journey.. I just want to be healthy & happy! I am a believer in Christ and I know He will guide me every step of the way! Congrats to u keep me posted on ur progress! Ty again for ur sweet words!:-)

I agree with u fully!! We are choosing to live by getting this done. I believe it will add More years onto our lives. Who wants to be unhappy & unhealthy for the rest of their lives? I surely don't!! (-:....I Can't Wait to hear we are approved and have had our surgeries!! You Keep me posted as well! (-:..God Bless!!!!

Just curious what insurance u have? Congrats! I go to my first appoint tomorrow my insurance requires 6 month supervised diet which I started oct9...so I am in the beginning stages!

Congrats to you as well joyaskins34!!!! It became full reality on Friday. It gave me a determination to do what I have to do to Keep the ball rolling. Be encouraged my dear. Trust God, He's got you(-:...Everything will Work out for your good!!

Just curious what insurance u have? Congrats! I go to my first appoint tomorrow my insurance requires 6 month supervised diet which I started oct9...so I am in the beginning stages!

I have BCBS of NC.

So glad I am not alone!! I remember my mom buying Poise,and thinking "gross!" Well, I was in the drug store the other day and had an out of body experience!!! Lol! I found myself heading straight for the aisle that have them and purchasing some for myself! NOOOOO! I THOUGHT IT WOULD NEVER HAPPEN TO ME!! AND THOSE SUCKAS NOT CHEAP EITHER!!!!! I'm praying this changes after surgery as well cuz it's costly!!

Wish you the best & I did well on my 30 day diet

Thank you mamiof3kids!!(-: Congrats and the best to you as well!!

You can do this.

Thank u cookier224! I believe I can!!! (-:

MY surgeon told me that I Should start a 1200-1800 calorie of which he did gave me a sample menu and things I can do to lose a few pounds before surgery. He says the weight I lose will help shrink my liver and make it easier to get to where they are going to be doing the procedure. He also said that If I don't lose something that the liver Maybe too hard and they will have to postpone the surgery, because they wouldnt Want to damage the liver. I pray this isn't the case and that I will lose enough weight. I don't have a surgery date yet, I Still have tests to do but I am going to start the diet that he gave me really soon. That will give me a jump start on my weight lose and assurance that my liver will be pliable and will shrink some. Wish me luck guys(-;!!

Chosen.. I totally know how you are feeling.. But everyone is right.. The numbers will go down and your level of happiness will go up now that you have committed to this life change! Good luck girl

Thank u jnygrl! I Can't Wait!!!(-:

welcome and it sounds like you have a great team working with you at your docs office. That helps so much.' Your journey has begun and we are all here with you for support and information.

Sending you the best of wishes

Thank u so much Vicki! You guys are truly heaven sent! The information, encouragement and love you guys show is truly a blessing!

what losing it isaid

This is the first day of the rest of your life.

You know Vicki, that is So True. I never looked at it that Way!

Congrats and welcome to the boards!

Thank u so much!

But you're on the right path now so let the past go and only look at your future my friend. YOU are starting a journey to health. Always remember it's a journey not a marathon or race. YOU can do this for YOU because you are soooo worth it

Awwww.... Thank u Losingitformr2011! Your gonna make me cry!!(-: Your message is soooooo encouraging and I believe it!

But you're on the right path now so let the past go and only look at your future my friend. YOU are starting a journey to health. Always remember it's a journey not a marathon or race. YOU can do this for YOU because you are soooo worth it

Yes we can its things like these support groups help so much

So True! I love it!

Thank you so much I am so ready to make this change in my life

Me too! It's been a long time coming. We can do it!

I am happy for you good luck to you I just got my package I go for my first appt Nov.13

Thank u Jennifer B!! Good luck to you as well(-:!!!

**Despite "WHAT" I saw

I was a little sad because I saw my "actual weight" Today at my appointment Today. I immediately beat myself up and asked myself How Did I allow myself to Get this out of control)-:...it Kinda brought my spirits down. Like the cliche goes," WHAT U DON'T KNOW WON'T HURT YOU", well I know now and I Feel sad )-: