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ISO Low BMI Sleeve Mentor

I have a low BMI (35.6) and truly only one co-morbity issues (border line BP). I'm actually one of those truly healthy fat people. I only want to lose around 50 pounds although by BMI standards, I should be around 120. I do suffer from chronic pain in my knees and feet which is the result of any attempt to exercise as I get older. I just turned 40 an have ben contemplating this for 2 years. I decided that I don't want to live the next 40 years in a constant state of yo-yo dieting....I've been doing that for at last 30 years and I'm done! I need a mentor that can help guide me and support me through this process.. My doc has already told me to stop all attempts at weightloss until my surgery since I can't afford to lose any and still be approved. I won't lose 40 pounds in the first month like others so I'm looking for someone that had a similar experience that I can relate to.

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    Hi! I am really in no position to be a mentor as I am just fumbling my way through recovery and readjustment to this new way of living, but I can share with you my experiences. I was sleeved apx. 9

  • My BMI was 30 when I had surgery 3.5 months ago. I've lost 42 lbs since then and my BMI is 22.6. My doctor told me that with my low BMI, I should focus more on inches lost rather than the numbers on

  • Hello all. I was sleeved 6/17 and my pre op and highest weight was 190 and today I am 154. I too was a self pay $8200. The insurance did not cover the procedure, but did the hernia repair. I loo

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My BMI was 30 when I had surgery 3.5 months ago. I've lost 42 lbs since then and my BMI is 22.6.

My doctor told me that with my low BMI, I should focus more on inches lost rather than the numbers on the scale. He was right. I've noticed a lot more improvement in how my clothes fit and how quickly I move through pant sizes (I started at size 16 and now I need to go shopping again cuz my size 10s are too big).

This surgery has changed my life. I was miserable, had no self esteem and my thoughts revolved around my weight issues before surgery. Now I feel free!! I love myself and my life!! I enjoy exercise because I'm in awe of what my body can do now. I paid out of pocket ($5000 in Mexico) but it was worth every penny! I have my life back. Freedom!!

This!!! I originally wanted to go the Mexico route but my SO is so wierd about it cause he's worried I'll die in a drug lord shoot out. Hes so rediculous.

This is awesome to hear. I can't wait to be in your shoes!!

I pray that I have those same results. I'm a size 16 now and surgery is 11/9.

I pray that I have those same results. I'm a size 16 now and surgery is 11/9.

How did surgery go for you?

It's been a rough couple of days. The pain was actually worse yesterday than surgery day on Monday. I have a high pain tolerance (one at least I thought I did). I just kept hitting the pain pump and slept as much as I could. Today is much better. I can sip without pain. Thanks for asking!

@@all4him welcome to the other side!!

@@all4him welcome to the other side!!

Thanks! I think I am going home soon!

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