Jamisfat2fit

You are correct. My apologies.

This is not about Plan B (whatever that is... perhaps what we in Oz call RU486, Misty?) but it is related to getting significant dosages of HRT or the pill due to being a higher weight.
I've recently been diagnosed with 4 Liver Adenomas (benign tumours but with both pre-malignant and rupturing risk), and learnt these are being diagnosed much more nowadays due to oestrogen prescription - pill and HRT. You can google this and there's lots around.
The usual treatment is liver resection, a huge operation! As I was diagnosed with a chronic leukemia around the same time, I was far from keen to hear this... But as it turns out my adenomas are v difficult to operate on so I've gone into a "watch and wait" management mode - a relief on one level but in another way I wish all could be resolved quickly.
Don't get me wrong, I'm doing fine, but ut has been quite a shock. I was only a sporadic user of the pill and took HRT for 2 years when my ovaries were removed due to cancer in my mid 40s - not a heavy user by any means.
I always assume I'll never win a lottery - either good or bad - but I'm staring down my (possible) third cancer and it makes me very aware that this stuff really has to be thought about.
If you are taking significant amounts of oestrogen in some form, I'd suggest a very detailed chat with your doctor. I was angry with mine when she insisted I come off HRT as I approached 50, but it was probably the best thing she could have done for me.

Does it mention this on the warning label? I can't imagine this pill still being on the market if it only works for skinny people. There would be too many upset users. What is in it that makes it not work at a certain weight?

What part of it is bull? And do you understand how Plan B works? It might be good to read about it before giving medical advice to your friend.

Auri - you're fine with your own insurance. Just don't switch plans.
I love how the majority of the states that have the highest obesity rates are not on this list. At least 6 of the 10 aren't on the list

I can't find any cute shoes in my size. I wear a 10.5 wide...wide because of my fat feet.
1. Stuffing those fat feet into size 10 med. because they were just too cute & I can "make it work". Blisters!
2. Afraid to go to my kids' schools for anything because I don't want to embarrass them.
3. Being the fat friend at the party who sits at the table & holds everyone's purses.
4. Being oinked at in Walmart in front of my kids...yes, some guy actually oinked at me! (Jerk)
5. Wearing animal prints from plus size section that make me look exactly like that animal (cow, zebra, etc.)
6. Sweating...all of that very unattractive sweating.
7. Only one comfortable "romantic position" with the hubby. Either butt is too big for this or gut is too big for that. Also, knees hurting & out of breath if attempting to "ride the bull".
8. Being the fat sister & daughter.
9. Not being flirted at (I know I'm married but it just would feel kind of nice to know others find me attractive).
10. Being afraid to go places & travel.

One other thing. 2 words!
Granny panties!!
Need I say more!

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My answer to that would be, "Do you REALLY need those front teeth!?!?!"

I will not miss:
struggling to put socks on
always being out of breath
worrying about certain chairs
people always looking at what you are eating
your face is so pretty
chubby cheeks..someone actually said that to me
pants not splitting..yes they did..at airport
not asking for extenders when flying
not being so tired all the time
bed not making noise when I get in it
not feeling comfortable naked
pants too tight...binding around waist
socks too tight
illnesses associated with obesity
steering wheel hitting my belly
feet swelling
proper feminine hygiene without struggling (you know what I mean)!!!!
I have thousands more!

I feel the same as all of you. I need to add having trouble wiping my behind and hoping I washed everything good in the shower. I am so glad im not alone.

I am sick if wearing black because it is slimming. I am tired of praying the seatbelt will buckle every time I fly. I am tired of mentally judging a chair width with arms hoping to squeeze my butt in it. I am tired of having heat rashes in folds that shouldn't be there. I am sick and tired of the Water dam my body creates when I open the drain in the tub. I am tired of my knees hurting. I am tired of laying my clothes on the bed and it looks like I got a new bed spread. I am tired of pulling a big o black bra out of the drawer that could fit two bowling balls in. I am sick of... I could go on and on but I think you already know.

Well, my date was Wed the 9th, but I was moved up to Monday the 7th. Will be sleeved this Monday October 7th

being a shell of my former self due to becoming a complete recluse. I dont go out anymore. I avoided an old friends wedding by lying saying I had to work when really, I just havent seen them in about 15 years and I am horrified about how I look. I wouldnt be able to find anything to wear anyways and Dont have the money to find a new outfit at the fat girl store anyways.
Being diagnosed with social anxiety disorder when I used to be a complete social butterfly. I had tons of friends and would go out all the time.. now the phone never rings and I am home with my fella everynight.
housework going to **** because I dont have the energy or motivation to clean. Feeling like a piece of crap because of what I have done to myself. Eating because of how I feel and what I have done to myself. being 34 years old and feeling like my life is over when it should just be starting...
oh man, does the list go on..

I have to agree this is one of the hardest. It always makes sad but better days are coming. I also want to add walking in heels without having to bring a flat pair to switch into:)

Well, this may be TMI but as a man ill finally be able to look down and actually see my you know what! Yippie lol. Also, I know I'm looking forward to saying bye bye to those additional meds I won't need once the weight makes its way off :-) Scheduled to be sleeved week of October 18th.
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Love this post!!
I agree with what everyone else said, plus
-not getting the respect I deserve
-the lack of confidence in everything I do and constantly feeling like an insecure little girl
-not wanting to have sex with my husband because I don't feel sexy or comfortable, even though he loves me.
-not wanting to go back to my hometown because I don't want ppl to see me
- being the fat or ugly friend
-not being able to stand up for myself when I am treated like **** by friends and family.
Oh god I could go on for ever! But the one thing I am looking forward to... Getting my LIFE back!! And clothes shopping

The things I will NOT miss about being fat include but are not limited to:)
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1. Looking at a chair and thinking 'will I end up on the floor if I sit in that?'
2. Disappointing my kids when they want to go out. Even to the park because I'm hiding myself from the world.
3. Not being able to get off my couch without using my hands.
4. My double chin rubbing my chest when I eat.
5. Having no confidence.
6. Feeling inferior to anyone who was thinner.
7. Feeling ashamed when I go pick up fast food for dinner (because I shouldn't eat fast food since I'm already fat...)
8. Avoiding all swimming parties.
9. Chub rub
10. Constantly adjusting my tops in fear of people seeing my back fat.
11. People staring at the things in my shopping cart.
12. Settling for hand me downs or peoples "fat clothes" because I cant afford 60$ for a pair of pants and a shirt.
13. Uncomfortable, ugly bra's. (Maybe I'm delusional for hoping this will change lol)

Oh my, you guys hit the nail on the coffin with all of these, so I just might steal a few of my favorites lol but here are mine. 1. Being afraid to run into people I haven't seen in a while. 2. Other kids telling my kids that their mother is fat ( most hurtful) 3. Getting depressed EVERYTIME I go shopping and try on clothes 4. Not being able to cross my legs 5. My children missing out on fun activities because of my insecurities (Six-Flags) 6. Being offered unsolicited advice about how to lose weight. 7. Feeling self conscious

Well I have to say I agree with almost all of these that were listed myself, and would like to say that as you get further along and close to goal these things that used to annoy you are some of the most enjoyable things because of just how amazing it feels to be on the better end of it.
I now love to shop for clothes because I can find clothes that fit cheap anywhere
I find that I walk around with my head held high and have a ton more self confidence then I every did.
I love running into people I haven't seen in a long time to see how they react to how different I am now and whether or not they even recognize me.
It is great to know when you go to a restaurant you can sit anywhere you want and not worry about being very uncomfortable.
And it is so wonderful to have all kinds of energy and know you can do whatever you want without having to stop to take a nap every couple of hours.
I thought it would be good for all you preops and early post ops to hear how good you can feel about these previously bad experiences when you get further out. So stay motivated and enjoy the journey, the results are worth every bit of the work.

So many:
1. Adding up the weight of everyone in the elevator to make sure I don't push its capacity above limit;
2. Pretending I want to stand up because I can't possibly fit in your plastic lawn chair;
3. Not eating at a function because my dress won't fit post meal;
4. Feeling the fold above my elbow hit the back of my forearm;
5. Underwear rolling down below my belly;
6. Apologizeing for my very existence at the grocery store;
7. Not being sure I am "clean" everywhere;
8. Being the person that by my presence gives everyone else permission to order dessert;
9. Being a non-threat to insecure women!

Things I will not miss:
-having such a messy closet because I've got sizes 12-24 in it. I refused to get rid of the small stuff.
-having to sit on the sidelines while my husband runs around with our kids
-my 4 year old saying..you have a big butt!
-my 6 year old giving me flubbers on my big belly
-my kids putting both of their hands on my big belly and shaking it all around. They think its fun.
-not being able to exercise the way I want too.
-being told I'm not too far away from heart failure if I don't get the weight down.

I echo all of the above, and would add:
* going to any doctor's office and the nurse takes one look and says, "hang on, I'll have to get the large cuff for you."

I am writing these things down, because I am sure there will be times early post op when I wonder "why did I do this?"
This is why:
1. Having to shop from a limited clothing selection. Eff you , size 20, you suck.
2. The feeling of my fat middle squooshing out when I sit down.
3. swolly feet
4. Feeling like the fattest person in the room
5. Being the fattest person in the room
6. Feeling invisible
7. Feeling self conscious and size conscious
8. My stomach touching the table in a restaurant booth
9. Not fitting comfortably in a movie theatre seat
10. Looking at myself in pictures
11. Feeling ugly
12. Body aches, knee aches, hip aches
13. shoes that used to fit, and now are too tight
14. Low energy
15. Not turning heads
16. Looking in the mirror naked
17. clothes that no longer fit.
18. Not being able to wear my rings
19. Being afraid to run into people I haven't seen in a while
20. Not feeling pretty
Ok, I only wrote 20. I'm sure there are more. Help me out. Why do you never want to go back?

I do not miss...
1.Being out of breath! Have to stop everything just to breathe (fast heart beats)
2. Frequent headaches/ elevated blood pressure
3. Rings cant fit my finger
4. Shoes not wide enough, cant find shoes
5. Stuggling to shop bc big girl clothings arent stylish enough or are too old for me (I'm 25 my main stores were Lane Bryant, Ashley Stewart etc)
6. Clothing is wayyyyyyy to expensive (a big girls PLAIN white shirt= $25) Meanwhile next door skinny store 4 shirts for $20! lmao use to piss me off for real!!!!
NOPE, DONT MISS NONE OF THAT!