Hello everyone,

I guess you can say this is the start of my journey to bariatric surgery. I have been overwieght my entire life. Ive tried many types of diets and excercise plans. The most i was able to lose on my own was 30 lbs in the span of 6months. Life circumstances didnt allow me to continue to excercise n diet are regidly and i eventually fell off the wagon. Im the heaviest ive ever been...286. Ive been relectutant to opt for WL surgery bc i fear a botched surgery and complications. Ive finally decided to set aside negative fears and go through with the gastic sleeve. Ive met with my surgeon and he gave me the check list of all the doctors i need to see so we can submit approval for insurance. Ive been reading this forum and trying to get informed as possible. I still feel very anxious but also excited. I know this isnt an easy fix and will take alot of hard work n dedication. Im trying to change eating habits..by i found myself over eating fron stress.Any advice is greatly appreciated.

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Hello,

Congratulations! You are making a life changing plan. My surgery was on 8/24/17. I had the roux-en y. I had health issues which is why I didn't get the sleeve. I weighed 235 pounds before surgery I'm down to 208. This has been a total life changer, I am now eating about 750 cal a day, and walking about 12,000 steps. I quit smoking and a few of my health problems are already gone. It's a long road of tests, Dr. appointment . Which at the end you will be healthier and more informed . Enjoy the journey, and do it for yourself. Please feel free to toss any questions along your journey I'd be happy to help!

Sarah

Ty so much for the encouragement. I know the journey ahead of me is long. I figure the best way to deal with anxiety over it is to keep reading abt ppls experiences and talking abt it

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