Hey Y'all,

I'm really hoping that this forum will prove to be beneficial in helping to guide me through my journey. Since turning 40 (I'm now 50) I have been consistently gaining 10 pounds per year. Easy math now has me about 100 pounds overweight and completely unhappy in my own skin. Not to mention the toll it has taken on my body. I have severe joint pain, difficulty breathing and my labs are starting to go in the wrong direction. No matter what I do my weight just keeps going up

I made the decision several months ago to take the first step. After doing some research I'm thinking that the sleeve is the way for me to go. I have 10 days until my consult and I'm so excited!! I've had several "signs" that have me feeling really good about taking this step!

I am completely open to any help I can get to help me through this transition in my life.

Looking forward to hearing from you!!

Smiles,

Jodi

Hi Jodi,

I am pre-op for the gastric sleeve and going through the testing etc. I went to a seminar back in July, went for a consultation in December and planned with my surgeon's office to aim for June 29 when I have time off from work. I have been cleared by psych, the pulmunologist, and the cardiologist. My last big test is coming up on May 3, the endoscopy. I have met with the nutritionist three times and the surgeons office three times as well. My insurance has cleared me due to co-morbidities such as sleep apnea, diabetes and high blood pressure. My joints ache too. I am carrying around 175 extra lbs at least and it is time. I want to feel healthy and able to move. I am 46 years old.

Every single doctor that I have met with has been supportive and kind. I used to fear doctors because I was afraid that I was being judged. These doctors want to help me get better including my primary care doctor. Find doctors that treat you like that. I know that I am going to have to work hard but I am excited. I wish you well on your journey.

Hey! My consult is on the 28th! I'm about 90% sure I'll get the sleeve, but I won't make my final decision until after I talk to the surgeon next week. NEXT WEEK!