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I finally decided to stop lurking and actually register so I could share my story. I have been visiting this forum since last summer when I started my journey. Had my first doctors appointment in August. Did all the tests required. No preop diet. I had decided I wanted the sleeve but my insurance wouldn't cover it. I didn't feel great about the band or bypass, but reluctantly decided on the band. I was approved in November and was scheduled for surgery in January, when fate stepped in. My insurance started covering the sleeve in November. I quickly called my doctors office and was approved for the sleeve within two weeks. My surgery date was January 20. Today is my 6 month anniversary and I have lost 80 pounds. I have gone from a size 22 to a size 14 pant. Still wear an extra large top, but I have always been top heavy. I have kept my WLS on the down and low. I am from a very small town and have a job that keeps me in the public eye. I am not used to being noticed, but will have to get used to it. I had my first double take the other day. It's funny that as big as I was, I always felt invisible. No more.

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Awww . . . congrats to you! So cool that you were able to get it done and so quickly once it was covered by your insurance. :)

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Congrats!!!!! I was sleeved on January 26, and I've 'only' lost around 63 (which I'm proud of). I was a size 26, but now I'm realizing the 22's are starting to fall off me. I'm probably a 20, but hoping I can buy my fall wardrobe a size 18...loving my shorts again! And my energy is just increased ten-fold! Feels so good :) Daily walks, nightly swims.... I feel like I have my life back again and I can keep up with my hubby and 9 and 6 yo boys. Finally!

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:welcome:

Hi, congrats on being sleeved, you are having great success!! It's great how things worked out for you!!

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