hopecori94

I am a pre-op gastric sleeve candidate currently in the process of getting insurance approval. I have scheduled my nutritional assessment for December and my psychological evaluation for January. I just got an upper endoscopy with a manometry and Bravo (pH testing) to clear me for the sleeve. I am awaiting a follow-up appointment with Dr. Schweitzer, hopefully soon, and am preparing my letter of medical necessity from my PCP. Then I will schedule a date for my surgery if all goes well!
I have a history of binge-eating disorder and obesity for about 6-7 years. I have always struggled with my weight, even has a child and teenager, and I am now 24, about 140 pounds overweight. I have tried eating disorder dietitians and nutritionists, eating disorder residency centers as well as PHP and IOP programs, I have tried many gym memberships, the ketogenic diet, phentermine along with medical weight loss supervision, and Vyvanse for binge-eating, weight loss, and ADHD. While my binge-eating is under control and I haven't had a binge in a few months, I just keep gaining weight. This excess weight has taken a toll on my life, physically and emotionally. I have knee and back pain frequently, chest pains, frequent heartburn, sleep apnea, I am pre-diabetic, and I get out of breath extremely easily; I even have a hard time just walking for 20 minutes, or going up the stairs. I have crippling depression and low self-esteem due to my weight, and have a hard time getting out to see friends and eating with them because I am so self-conscious. I hate taking pictures and looking at pictures of myself because of how overweight I am. I was bullied relentlessly for my weight in my primary school years. Weight and body image have been a struggle my entire life, and I am ready to change that. I want to live a healthier, happier life and I think this surgery could help provide that for me.