So I am feeling really depressed and upset! One step forward 12 steps back seems like! I had my scope done on June 3rd and afterwards they told me I have over 50 ulcers so they told for for 30 days I have to take meds to clear them up so they told me that I will have another scope done June 24 and surgery on July 1st! I went back to the center today for an appointment and they advised me my iron is to low to do the surgery so now it's postponed! I have to take iron pills for 3 months and then go get more blood work gone on sept 6th! So now I'm just hurt and upset and devastated!!! Something I wanted so badly for year it was within reach and now keeps getting pushed back :/

I understand you must be really bummed that you have to wait, but you should appreciate the value of being in the best possible health to have surgery! This is a major surgery & you want to give yourself every possibility of not having complications. The time will pass more quickly than you think.

Hang in there!

Wish I could say something to make you feel better.

Didn't they check your iron in the beginning. My first appointment was with my surgeon and she ordered blood tests. That was 2 weeks ago and I still haven't done it but I plan on fasting and getting it over with this weekend. You would think they test at the beginning so you can have everything fixed during your 3 or 6 month diet. Either way I'm sorry to hear you are going through this.

Hang in there. It's frustrating dealing with these delays but they want you in the best health possible. Being sleeved is tough on your system and your doc wants to set you up to succeed. You'll get there.

Oh...now I understand, but yes, everyone is giving you the best advice. You must be in the best health possible before having this surgery. It's only postponed, not cancelled. It's only 90 more days or so ~ give or take a week or two. You can do it...you have time to lose more weight in the meantime or practice what it will be like being sleeved, like taking small sips, small bites, chewing the heck out of food, etc...just look at it that you have just a bit more time for "training" before stepping into the ring! Don't despair.

P.S. I need to take my own advice too!

Hugs to you. I would be mad/crushed/devastated/pissed/frustrated as hell, but you need to be healthy first. Recovery is rough enough, you don't want to have other issues to add to the mix.

Can you talk to your doc about any other possible complications so you can work on those, too?

I am so so sorry that you have to go through this.

As hard as it was to hear, appreciate the fact that the Dr.s are doin what is best for you so are not sick after. You will be happier because your success will be better, it will also make you appreciate the outcome in the end.

But till then sending big HUGS your way!

I am so sorry you're going through this. As hard as it is, everybody else is right...the little bit of wait time will help get you in the best possible shape. Also, what's a few weeks in the big picture of the rest of your (sleeved) life? It will happen, girl!

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I'm sorry your having to go through all this.. I know it sucks. Because of my lapband damage which included ulcers and anemia I had to wait 18 months. Trust me when I say it's better to wait. I've seen where some drs go ahead and do surgery on no-so-perfect stomachs and they experience many medical issues in post-op

Be patient and good things will come your way.

So I am feeling really depressed and upset! One step forward 12 steps back seems like! I had my scope done on June 3rd and afterwards they told me I have over 50 ulcers so they told for for 30 days I have to take meds to clear them up so they told me that I will have another scope done June 24 and surgery on July 1st! I went back to the center today for an appointment and they advised me my Iron is to low to do the surgery so now it's postponed! I have to take iron pills for 3 months and then go get more blood work gone on sept 6th! So now I'm just hurt and upset and devastated!!! Something I wanted so badly for year it was within reach and now keeps getting pushed back :/

First I would like to say that I am sorry to hear of your delays. Second I stress that I am not a doctor but there was an option that worked for me that may cut your wait time down. I had an iron infusion one month ago. (It is not for everyone it is not the same as a blood transfusion) It will also depend on how low your iron really is. Maybe you could talk to your Pcp about seeing a hematologist. Do you know your hemoglobin # ? Mine was fluctuating between a 7.5 and 8 and the monthlies certainly don't help the iron levels. Just more info for you to chew on.

Thanks for all the responses and information means a lot to me! I'm just really hurt but I will keep in mind what everyone has helped me with thanks!

And no they didn't tell me my number :/ I wish they would have! I just can't stoop crying! It's like my heart is really broken!

Hang in there hon. I didn't say before but I have waited 3 years due to insurance crap. I made it through and you will too.

Wow I'm sorry! Is it all over now??

Well the insurance part is. yay! I have been approved and I am scheduled for 06/25 but I had an egd done wed. And they discovered that I have an irregular heartbeat so I have to get cardiac clearance to do the surgery. It runs in my family but I did not think I had it. I was lucky in that I got an appt Mon with a Cardiologist and I am hoping it will only take a few days to get cleared. Cutting it too close for comfort. I won't be satisfied until I am I'm the recovery room and my surgeon tells me he has successfully removed my band and sleeved me...lol i hope you know I wasn't saying that to diminish how you feel in any way. I was letting you know that sometimes the battles are long and hard but don't give up! I am tired of fighting but who else is gonna fight for me and my health....