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Hello everyone!
On Wednesday May 16, after attending a seminar on the three different surgeries, i have made my decision to go with the gastric bypass instead of the band.
I am 36 years old - 5'3 - weight lately ranges from 244.6-251.2.
I have tried it all cleanses, weight watchers, lean cuisine meals, even after I lost the initial weight (lowest 180) I could never take anymore off even with exercise. I would maintain but nothing else.
I have struggled with my weight since I was 17 So 20 of feeling very uncomfortable with my body I am going to do it.
From what I gather the criteria for my insurance is to:
Start seeing physician once a month for the next 6 months which is Wednesday, then then surgeon approved dietician on July 3.
If I have to do the 6 months of seeing the physician then I am projecting a surgery date approx around the middle of December.
I have two daughters one 19 the other 5, full time job and starting Grad school in August.
Yes it is like me to pile the plate so high I am pecking over the top.
But I know that if I don't make this change I am going to just get bigger and Bigger and BIGGER!
Looking for the support from this community to continue on!
Would like to feel comfortable and beautiful!
Nish