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NYFFF    3

NYFFF
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I'm scheduled to have my ReShape balloon inserted on 7/7.

I've so far lost 8 pounds since making the decision on 5/26. (Starting weight 265, current weight 257.) I'm hoping to be closer to 250 by my procedure date.

I'm nervous but excited to take this proactive step. My immediate goal is to get enough weight off that I can exercise somewhere other than the pool - right now the pressure on my joints is enough that it's dangerous for me to go barefoot or do any exercise that requires shifting all my weight to one foot.

Reading everyone's stories has been a huge help as has talking with three close friends who have lost 100+ pounds (two who have kept it off, one who has not) and trying to learn from their individual journeys.

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Alex Brecher    10,516

Alex Brecher
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Congrats on your decision to lead a healthier lifestyle! Please keep us updated on your journey. It's super helpful to others that are contemplating getting the ReShape or Orbera Intragstric balloon (my dad included!)

Curious, what made you go with the ReShape vs. the Orbera balloon? Was ReShape what your surgeon offered or was it a choice you made on your own?

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NYFFF    3

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I work in healthcare and read about all the procedures. I talked to two surgeons - one who offered Orbera and one who offered ReShape and I felt that I'd have more support and success with ReShape. I also liked the dual balloon structure - in the unlikely event of a deflation, less likelihood of migration to my intestines before it could be endoscopically removed.

My current BMI is 40. My ultimate goal is to be below 25 but my 12 month goal is to get as far below 30 as I can. My 6 month goal with the balloon is to take off enough weight that I can comfortably workout at least 5x weekly.

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Wayward Traveler    135

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I'm scheduled to have my ReShape balloon inserted on 7/7.

I've so far lost 8 pounds since making the decision on 5/26. (Starting weight 265, current weight 257.) I'm hoping to be closer to 250 by my procedure date.

I'm nervous but excited to take this proactive step. My immediate goal is to get enough weight off that I can exercise somewhere other than the pool - right now the pressure on my joints is enough that it's dangerous for me to go barefoot or do any exercise that requires shifting all my weight to one foot.

Reading everyone's stories has been a huge help as has talking with three close friends who have lost 100+ pounds (two who have kept it off, one who has not) and trying to learn from their individual journeys.

Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Best of luck to you with your procedure! I hope all goes well and that you get the results that you want. :-) Cheers!

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