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In 2 years I not only lost 160lbs, but I also had a baby. At 4 months post band, I got pregnant and it was a high risk pregnancy to boot. So no more exercising and no more weight loss for a year. B
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Imagine my shock to see my name in this post LOL! Just something to point out? It really doesn't matter which surgery you choose because in the end, it's always up to you to do the work. I very fi
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try going to the Success Stories (post op) page. That's where I go when I need serious motivation. Can it be done? Sure. It depends on what you give. I've never seen anyone be successful that did
Hello, my name is Polly. I've already introduced myself in the, well, "Introduce Yourself" thread, lol. (My Smiley's don't work) a while ago. But let me sum it up.
I'm 46, 5'4" and 323#'s. I was banded in 07, unfilled and free by mid 08. My highest weight was 362, but started right before surgery at 290 something. I've lived the past 5 years without a fill or medical attn. Eating like an obese person the whole time. I'm in therapy for mental and emotional issues, and one day a month ago, I decided to call my surgeon (clinic) and make an appt. I saw them 3 1/2 weeks ago and have been on the SoB diet. I've been doing real well and have lost 11#'s. With therapy on my food addiction as well as many other issues, I find I feel much different about following the SoB diet, as well as looking and feeling about life as something that I care for. I don't think I cared enough the first time around. I tried what I thought was my best (it wasn't) but gave up because I was failing my band and lifestyle. The two go hand in hand. I'm in a better place, the right place. The addiction to food as healer of all psychic wounds and victories is still there. I crave lots of things and feel like I'm going to go nuts sometimes, but I don't. Cravings will be with me Band or not. I go in to see my surgeon or his LPN, IDK, in a few days to assess the state of Polly.
I had to have both of my knees replaced within the last year because my weight coupled with osteoarthritis all but disintegrated the cartilage in my knees. People my age don't generally have knee replacements. In order to keep from getting two new knees before 15-20 years is up (the optomistic lifespan of the knee prosthetics), I HAVE to lose at least 150#'s, preferably 173#'s. The weight MUST come off. And sooner better than later.
Until yesterday, I was SERIOUSLY going to ask my doc for the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy. VSG. I've been on the site (at the bottom of this page) for three weeks. I read it all. I wanted the VSG because I need to lose SO much so soon. But, after two ridiculously life depleteing surgeries and recovery, I can't do another major surgery like that. And the risks outweigh the benefits, for ME. It would be too much for me. Even my surgeons LPN suggessted the VSG. No doing, I'll try to make the band work with me this time.
Has anyone other than Mis73 (You're so cool!) achieved that amount of weight lose in a year to a year and a half? It's not a deal breaker or deal changer, but I need to lose alot in order to protect my knee's and help me walk normally again. Can it be done? I'll try anyway, but I'd LOVE to hear from someone who has lost this much on the Band. Just can't find you!
Oh I pray lots of people will reply to this, I need input badly.