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I am up 40 pounds from my final weight loss...my knees, and hips are killing me and I still have my Bi-Pap machine.....but I still get sick on certain foods containing sugars/ starches.   I have been looking into a revision.. I guess basically all I want is for the surgeon to go back in to tighten up the pouch and make sure all is well inside...because I am able to eat larger quanitities.   So yes after all these years I have stretched my pouch....shouldn't that be covered..or be part of a follow up?  I don't know  I do take responsibilty for what I eat...but I am concerned..actually terrified that I will slowly gain back this weight..  They want me to go to the Dietician..but honestly my brain knows what I am supposed to do...OMG..I know that others must feel this way...  :)

Sherri Kagno Worcester, MA, USA Post Op - BMI: 40.3 Surgery Type: RNY Member ID: Kagno951186150 Contact: Click here to send a Personal Message Surgeon: John Kelly, M.D.

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I have been struggling with obesity most of my life...tried every blessed diet that has come along. would love to make friends that are suffering the same!!!

I went to my second support group today...and have already met with the behavioral counselor...can't wait to hear back from dr's ofice

I am 45 years old and looking forward to starting my life again.

I enjoy..victorian things such as doll houses, architecture and
home furnishings. I am trying to keep busy with jigsaw puzzles
while waiting for decision from behavioral counselor.

Hi...it is now the end of January..and I have completed a few puzzles...and some hook rugs...I have been to 4 support group meetings and have met the most wonderful people. I am now waiting for the behavioral counselor to pass my referral on to the surgeon...I can hardly wait!!! : )

Hi It is February 11...and i Have some good news...I was finally referred to the surgeon and have an appointment on march 6 for a consultation. I have been going to the monthly support groups ay U-mass Hospital..Worcester, MA...and have met some wonderful friends, There is a local suport group on line...so I have been taking part in that as well. Also my psych meds are slowly being cut down..this is wonderful. I have been suffering from some back problems as well as migraine headaches...so I feel like an old lady half the time...but there is a light at the end of the tunnel:)

March 1, 2001- well I am still waiting for my consultation The surgeons ofice called and changed my consult to March 20...and it seems as though time is slowly dripping by. I recently decided to tell some people who are close to me and I am surprised at the amount of support I am getting. I am still very selective of who I talk to about this surgery. I have been making some preparations...such as going through my various sizes of clothing and separating them by size so that as I lose weight I will know what I have. I also wish to donate these clothes as well. I have been dong a lot of research on the surgery and feel very confident aboiut the Rny procedure that I will have. I have been having a lot of trouble with my back...my pcp xrayed it and said that I have a small compression fracture. I have the shooting pain down the left leg as well...walking has become a chore...and I notice that my breathing is more shallow. With the exception of my c-pap machine...I find that I am really uncomfortable laying down at night. I am going to contruct a list of the things that I cannot do now that I will be able to do after the surgery...which should prove to be interesting.

March 16, 2001...4 more days untill my consult with Dr kelly..I atended support group this week and once again came out of the meeting with a wealth of information. We were discussing the value of "support" by groups, therapy or family and friends. I am starting to buy things that I will need and making arrangements for after surgery. I did construct a list of things that I would like to be able to do that I cannot do now. It was pretty amazing .


April 11, 2001...I Had my consult with Dr Kelly...I went into my appointment with a list of questions which he proceeded to answer before I asked him. He has accepted me as a patient..and my Letter to the insurance company has been sent out and I am waiting for an approval...my insurance is Mass Health. I attended my support group tonight...we were discussing "Anxiety of Waiting for Surgery" Wow is it ever. I have been so moody ...but I have been trying to keep busy with projects around the house. In saw my nutritionist again...she gave me the diet plan for the first 3 steps...we went over everything and I have begun to pick up certain things that I will need, Everyone was reassuring me that I would be feeling better soon enough...naturally they were very understanding tonight. The support part of this journey is very crucial!!!


April 23, 2001...I received a call from the surgeons office last Wednesday the 18th and she said that Mass Health had sent her a letter requesting more info on me...arggghhhh..remember "patience is a virtue" .....

May 16, 2001...my goodness I cannot believe it has been 23 days since I last posted. Well I called the surgeons office...still no word about the approval...they said that I had to wait an additional 21 days for the approval...we;;;...it has been 23? but who's counting. My mom passed away this past wednesday unexpectedly...I am still in shock about that...but my desire to have surgery and become healthier has become more intense now!! : )

May 17, 2001 I got my approval letter today...my date is July 11...I am really excited...: )

Well my surgery was July 11...it is July 26th and I am just starting to feel human...I am having trouble getting down cib...and protein drinks. but I am slowly getting there.

It is August 15...I am doing really well weight wise...but I am having trouble keeping anything down but water. I am goin in tommorrow am to be Dialated by the surgeon. I will post when I am back to feeling great. : )

It is March 18, 2002...and I am doing fabulous...I have lost 100 pounds as of last week. I am now dealing with the emotional part of this journey, which is how you whole life changes and people treat you differently then they used to when you were heavy. I have also been very careful with my eating... It is very important to be working with my therpist and attending the 3 support groups...as I have a tendancy to isolate myself from others when the going gets tough. I just wanted to update . any questions please feel free to e-mail me. : )

It is January 16, 2003, I have maintained my 100 pound weight loss. I have been active in support groups, both on line and in small group form. My eating habits have changed drastically. I have become more assertive in my way of dealing with life's problems. I spend more time on me..and I am concentrating on exercising and going back to work. I still have sleep apnea, but all the other ailments, have left my body forever. I am really pleased with my new body, although I am considered plastic surgery to tighten up my stomach area , I think the key to success is changing your head hunger problems and putting your anger and aggression in perspective. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. always, sherri :)

Hi it is February 2004! In novemeber I had a "Tummy Tuck"...I met a wonderful plastic surgeon ( Dr lalikos - Worcester, MA) My body looks amazing...she did such a good job. It is still diffifcult though..I am still struggling with " Food Issues. I still attend the monthly support groups and I am attending a Post Surgery " Support group as well as an on line support group. The support is tremendous and very important! Again if you have any questions please feel free to e-mail me. :) sherri

Hello, It is July 13, 2005, I am 2 pounds from my original weight loss, and my tummy tuck was a complete success, it took about a year for me to see the difference in my body. My eating habits have leveled off and I live a very healthy life style. I still cannot eat certain foods, so the tool is still working for me even after 4 years post op. I would do it again in a heart beat. Please feel free to e-mail me with any questions...:) sherri

Hi, It is really nice to come back and read my profile...to help me keep on track. I am maintaining pretty well, and I am enjoying my life.I still go to support gruop meetings from time to time and try to stay in touch with my WLS friends.