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Oh wow! Congrats!! What's your goal weight? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I am. Have my appointment with my PCP tomorrow and I'm a mixture of nervous and excited. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I just don't see how my researching is an answer. Sure waiting for an obvious sign can happen but may not. But I just don't want to go through this and have to hear later that I did it alone. Of course that has a lot to do with the way I look at the Lord. I'm going of course to my appointment and I guess I'll see what happens. Maybe I should go elsewhere for my answers... Thanks anyway guys! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Just found this thread and am happy I did. I would love to join this. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So am I! But it seems in a post earlier she said the leak stopped. So that's always good. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Congrats on your weight loss!! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Congrats, you look great!! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Thank you all for the encouragement! I have my appointment in two days and will let you guys know how it all goes. I definitely want this. I guess I'm just nervous because the only person who is supportive is my twin sister. My mom yelled at me, we got into a big argument over it and my other sister thinks I'm just joking around. But I've been fluctuating all my life and want to have a some what steady weight and be more confident in myself! Wish me luck! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Nope, I mean the pain just started so it's nothing that my doctor has written down. I don't know if it would look good if she writes it down the day I mention WLS. Diabetes run in the family but Thank God I don't have it and no high blood pressure or sleep apnea. My old doctor did mention PCOS but was formally diagnosed. I don't know if that counts as a condition. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Oh no! Sorry to hear. That's what I'm afraid of :/ I don't think I have a condition to be approved. I guess I should start looking up other ways if I were to be denied. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I never was diagnosed with PCOS but I'm pretty sure it's what I have. I just wanted to know if periods become regular and if you have facial hair does it become thinner? When I was smaller I didn't have facial hair or irregular periods but as I became bigger it started. Will it continue or will my symptoms subside? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Thanks I didn't think of it like that. Especially since what I've read Medicaid may not approve me. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thank you, I've realized that because on CytoSports sent me a sample. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I will be taking off a week. But it depends on how everyone heals and if there's any complications. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

New York. Sorry didn't mention that earlier. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I guess it different for everyone. Just asked because I'm getting my wisdom teeth taking out and it will be about 2 hours or more. And so I was wondering if it would be long or less. I know it's two different surgeries but it's the first of what seems to be many..

Do you know of a website I can visit to check? I heard of the 6 months of you have a BMI of 40 or less. But I'm over 40 close to 50 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Isn't it said that with WLS you are expected to lose 60% to 90% of excess weight? But you seeking to lose 25 pounds? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Good for you!! Congrats I know it's different for everyone but should I even see a gynecologist? I have my doctor appointment for Thursday because I'm tired of not having my period. But my doctor appointment is Monday. I heard that if you have Medicaid you usually get approve for surgery Quickly. I don't know how true that is. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

In looking forward to loving myself and body. I look forward to being more confident, being able to jog/run. Going to the amusement park and not being scared to know the belt won't fit. Being able to go through a turnstile. Going up the stairs and not breathing heavily. Being able to stand on my feet for a long period of time. Ah!! NO more pain!! Wearing anything I want. Not buying clothes 2 size to big to hide lumps. Loving the gym again. Jumping rope. Going on walks. Just being in control of my life again!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I've recently started researching on WLS, after many years of losing and gaining weight. I want to get the sleeve. This is my highest weight and after my last time of losing weight I gained back all 60 pounds and probably more (I refuse to step on a scale.) Ive seen so many success stories and so many flat stomachs! I on the other hand am apple shaped and that means most of my weight is in my midsection. Does that mean I will have to go back under the knife to get skin removed? I really wouldn't want to. Do you guys have an suggestion or is it just the inevitable? Thanks in advance!! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Just wanted to know if you guys have any websites that offer free samples. I e tried the sample forums on here but the seem outdated. Plus the companies on the websites aren't offering any samples right now. Would appreciate some suggestions! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Swimming! Swimming is the best all around exercise as far as I am concerned. I swim laps, do Water aerobics, use water weights, work my abs (crunches, etc.), and stretch. Great idea!! I always wanted to learn. Now I just need to find a good/clean pool that isn't too expensive? Any idea where I should check? I've tried YMCAs but it $300 for 2 sessions! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App The YMCA is $300 for two sessions of what? I used to belong to Y and they did have an initiation fee and a monthly membership fee. Group exercise classes were free. They did charge for swimming lessons. Is that what the $300 dollars is for? I know my Y did have financial assistance available if someone was in need. I currently belong to a Wellness Center associated with our local hospital. I have a discounted membership because I got a referral from my PCP. Their group fitness classes are also free. The swimming lessons also have a fee. I'll have to go in and see, I believe it was for two beginner swimming lessons. Thank you! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Try Noom Coach. It puts your intake in a pie chart. I find myself want to see more green than red. (Which is good for you food vs bad for you food) and congrats on your weight loss!! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Swimming! Swimming is the best all around exercise as far as I am concerned. I swim laps, do Water aerobics, use water weights, work my abs (crunches, etc.), and stretch. Great idea!! I always wanted to learn. Now I just need to find a good/clean pool that isn't too expensive? Any idea where I should check? I've tried YMCAs but it $300 for 2 sessions! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App