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I've been going back and forth on getting the sleeve. I have been heavy my whole life, have had some wins with weight loss but continue to gain it back. Currently 390 and just shy of 6'. Biggest concern is complications from surgery as I'm paying out of pocket since my insurance plan doesn't cover. I have a 3 yr old and 1 yr old and want more energy for them, I'm just scared of complications and dont want to live worse than I already am. Due to work getting to the gym has been tough, work has also made it difficult to eat well as I do several meals out/ group meals. I'm hoping this could be the tool to hold me accountable. Does the reward outweigh the risk. I'm currently on high blood pressure medicine, anxiety and heartburn medicine. I am pre diabetic. I have seen the surgeon, done the phsyche eval and have the bloodwork scheduled.

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I am one month post op today. No complications so far. I regretted the surgery a couple times during my recovery process the first couple weeks. But one month post op, I have energy, feeling empowered and down 26 lbs in one month. I'm feeling motivated to get back to the person I used to be and how I used to look. I'm very excited and optimistic for my journey ahead. If you have the funds and the time to take off for work, I say do it for not only yourself, but for your children so they have a parent around for much much longer. <3 good luck

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I am at my heaviest I have ever been. For me I just used this tool as a last option. I was also like you loose it only to gain it back. But then I look at my rewards in the end. For you doing things with your kids, getting off medication, and being out of the pre diabetic box. I am also afraid of dying Diabetes is what killed both of my grandparents. My father was just put on insulin a year ago. My surgeon alsl said I am pre diabetic but he said this will help me improve my overall health. I know money is an issue but look at what you get in the end. I have just started a new job and have to take off without pay but I cant do my job if I am not feeling well or my mind is not in my job because of my health.

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