Finally everything was falling in place for me to be able to send my papers in to start my VSG proceedures. I was getting excited for that first meeting with the surgeon but first I had an appointment with my cardiologist. At first I had my EKG and the tech looked at it, excused herself then came back a little later. The doctor came in and I was telling him that I was planning on VGS surgery. He shook his head and said, "Let's see what is going on here first."

I do have Afib and lately have been getting more out of breathe. It is hard for me to walk 10-15 feet sometimes without stopping to catch my breathe. Now we are looking at echocardiograms and stress test for just a start.

It all started because I need a hysterectomy but the doctor won't do one until I loose 100 lbs. Can't loose 100 lbs without the VGS surgery but can't have that until we figure out my heart. I'm bummed but I'm not giving up. It seems like God had been leading me this way so it it is His will it will happen!

Deb

This journey for some of us takes on a path that is unexpected. But then, all things happen for a reason, Deb. I am sorry the road has taken this turn, but of course, you need a good ticker before anything else can be taken care of. Start with your heart. Without it, a VSG and a hysterectomy won't do you any good. One step and one day at a time! Keeping you in my prayers!

Joisey01 is absolutely right! Every journey is different and yours just needs to take a small turn before heading in the right direction. Embrace it and keep strong!!

When it is all said and done, you will look back at how all the pieces fit together in His perfect timing. God has a good plan for you!

LibbyLou....perfect words!!

Take care of your heart issue first and foremost. Then you can deal with the weight loss. You want to be in perfect health for this. Good luck & continued prayers... Please keep us posted.

Deb... do not give up. It was nearly a two year ordeal with me have to go through insurance denial, getting different insurance, trying again... going to through weight loss classes, etc. I'm sure your doctors are trying to do whats best for you.

Keep pushing.... don't let anything or anyone stop you.

You can do it...we're all pushing for you!!!

Go get em~

Nothing is worth having if it's easy. You might not have an easy path but it will make the reward that much sweeter. Good Luck:)

Did they say what caused the afib was it an electrical short??? If so this can be contolled with beta blockers or easy peasy surgery that require ablation of the current that is shorting. 1 day recovery....

Oh I have no intention of giving up. I was just bummed. My pop used to say all things in God's time and not yours so you had better learn to wait. Then again all good things are worth waiting for.

I got Afib about five years ago. Went to the hospital thinking I was having a heart attack. Missed that one but they found a kidney infection that wasn't showing up normal. Somehow they figured that triggered the irregular beat. I am on meds but I never really get into a regular rythm. Doctor back then said something about shocking my heart but they never did anything more. They mentioned a pacemaker but my heartbeat is extra fast not to slow so that ended that. We will see what this new doctor has to say. Hopefully, I will still be able to get my paperwork in before the end of the year. Since I will be self pay I don't think I will have to jump through to many hoops.