Hi, My name is Deb I am 54 yrs old , divorced, have 4 grown children, 5 grandchildren. I have battled my weight all my life( my grandfather and father decided I should be 25 lbs by the time I was 6 months) my highest weight was 302 lbs., I now weigh 279 lbs. I have fought diabetes, kidney disease, anemia, fibromyalgia and the list goes on . I take 20 different meds daily. I no longer work, ( I was a nurse for 36 yrs) . It hurts to walk, I try to exercise and end up hurting something else. I have looked into the weight loss surgery several times but was always told it " would kill me" because of issues I already have with my esophagus. I decided to check into surgery again since I obviously can't get rid of the weight by myself. This time they told me about the vertical sleeve and feel i can have this procedure safely. I have 2 more nutrition classes, then I will see the Dr and hopefully be scheduled. My insurance doesn't cover the procedure but the Dr is sure he can prove medical necessity and get it approved. I am hoping after surgery when the weight starts coming off, I will have less pain, and my kidney disease and diabetes will improve, and be able to get rid of that darn C-Pap. My 28 yr old daughter lives with me and is also planing to have the surgery sometime after I have mine. My brother and sister had the gastric by-pass several years ago and have done very well. I know I am still a high risk even with this procedure, but I am praying to God for him to guide and protect me as I start this new journey in my life.

Welcome!! I am new to this forum and just joined 2day! I am 30 years no kids and I am trying 2 prevent those things you mentioned from happening 2 me! I think u r a very brave women! I am getting mines done in Mexico and the only reason why I even considered getting mines done is because the doctor where I had my Tt done in Mexico had the sleeve done there at the hospital and I feel like if he was able to put his trust in the surgeon there and get it done with all the other option he had then I feel safe with getting mines done as well! Goodluck:-)

Welou, good LUCK to you. If you are able to have this surgery, have it. It will change your life.

Best wishes, Cinderella

Welcome!! I am new to this forum and just joined 2day! I am 30 years no kids and I am trying 2 prevent those things you mentioned from happening 2 me! I think u r a very brave women! I am getting mines done in Mexico and the only reason why I even considered getting mines done is because the doctor where I had my Tt done in Mexico had the sleeve done there at the hospital and I feel like if he was able to put his trust in the surgeon there and get it done with all the other option he had then I feel safe with getting mines done as well! Goodluck:-)

I not sure if I am replying in the right spot. It was nice hearing from you. I will be having my surgery in Reading Pa., by the same surgeon that has done some of my family. I trust him entirely and know he wouldn't do it if he can't do it safely. I wondered why so many people r getting it done in Mexico. I see the Dr. 2/22 for last visit and to schedule my surgery.

Welou, good LUCK to you. If you are able to have this surgery, have it. It will change your life.

Best wishes, Cinderella

Thanks for the support. How r u doing since your procedure.

Welou