Chellen
3 WKS POST OP & BUYER'S REMORSE - PLS HELP!
May 19, 2009
I am having awful pain in my stomach and feel as if a mule has kicked me in my back. How long will this go on? I know, everyone keeps telling me that I've just had major surgery. Why then did they down play it like you would be back to work, feeling well in 2-3 weeks. I'm 3 weeks out, and I'm having a hard time sitting for extended periods of time. My daughter is graduating and preparing for college, and I thought I would feel better to be a part of these activities, but I'm feeling like crap! I know I'm whining, but I'm truly grateful, just having a moment, and need to vent to people who can possibly offer valuable information.
I'm constipated. To have a BM, I have to take Milk of Magnesia. It tastes horrble, and each day until I have the BM, I feel terrible. I feel "full of SHIT". Please excuse the profanity, but it's real!
I'm also having trouble with the liquid intake and getting my protein & vitamins. All of the liquids are a bit much. They have me to where I have not taste. I've been on liquids and soft foods, and they taste horrible from the protein bullets (grape) and Centrum Vitamin and MOM. Any suggestions
Friends, I know it's going to get better! I just need prayer, and some advise on whether this is normal, and what to expect going forward.
Thank you so much!!
I HAVE A DATE!!!
Apr 04, 2009
I'm actually having the gastric bypass because it's more easily approved by my insurance. I'm excited and can't wait....I have more good news! My significant other of 3 years has proposed to me. So, I'm engaged. Planning for weight loss surgery, planning for a wedding, it's all a lot, but I'm happy. God is good!
Well, I'm keep everyone updated. My OH friends are a great inspiration, and all are helping me on my journey. I want to post some before pics for everyone to see my WL progress.
So, until next time!
IT'S DR. DAVIDSON @ BSC DALLAS
Dec 20, 2008
Oh yeah, I've decided to go with the RNY. The sleeve is what I was wanting, but because fo insurance issues, I'm going to go with RNY. I'm ok with that. I had kinda expected it, and Dr. D discussed the need for the lifetime vitamin regime.
COUNSELING
Dec 17, 2008
DECEMBER GOALS
Dec 11, 2008
2. Turn in complete insurance packet for processing to begin****DONE****
3. Begin a dedicated fitness plan (Curves or Personal Trainer)
4. Prepare for Spring Semester***DONE****
5. Counseling * DONE***
6. See Nutritionist for meal planning***DONE****
7. Keep journaling & educating myself***CONTINUOUSLY****
8. Prepare January Goals & New Years Objectives to post by 12-31
9. To Thine Self Be True****ALWAYS***
DECISIONS.....
Dec 11, 2008
I believe I've come to a decision on my doctor unless things change in the next couple of weeks. It will be Dr. James Davidson. I went to the seminar a week ago and really felt very comfortable with his medical expertise and experience. It was important to me to know that he had more than bariatric experience. I can tell he is not very talkative, but he made a couple of comments that got a few chuckles out of me. Jada was with me and talked about how monotone he was. She said he must be pretty genius because he has the personality of a high aptitude math/science analytic. I guess she is right....he is a surgeon!
I also am impressed with the aftercare program information. I think his program will be a good fit for me, and I feel very confident in his staff assisting me with the insurance approval process.
I have more good news! I told you that I need to get back to having a life. Well, I have good news. I've read a lot of motivational blogs here on OH and they have given me some important insight into what I should expect as a potential "Loser". I must begin now changing my behavior, both with my eating, fitness and mental. Education seems to be the key, and putting that education in action is a must for success. I want to be successful, so I'm preparing my mind now. Now to the good news. I've set up 8 sessions of counseling. It's not just about the WLS insurance approval requirement, it's to find out why I've neglected myself and begin to get in touch with "the real me". I've abused my body through eating and lack of exercise and it has hindered my self image. I've also recently gotten out of a relationship that I believe was built in the fact that I was a "big" girl with low self esteem. He'll never admit it, but I know that is whaty is was because he wanted me to just do anything to have him in my life. CAN'T DO! I refuse to be anyone's doormat, and I love me more than that! So, off to counseling I go. I hope to deal with a lot of issues, and will continue in counseling as I embark on the healthy, fulfilled me that I've longed to be. Another high note for me is that I'm completing a degree and I just finished classes for the semester! Kudo's Chellen. I'm learning to pat my ownself on the back. I'm taking everything one day at a time. Pray for me, and Losers, let's keep at it!!!!
ABOUT JADA
Dec 06, 2008
CHELLEN'S PROFILE 12/6/8
Dec 06, 2008
RESEARCHING - 12/6/8
Dec 06, 2008
Any advise or tips based on my specific profile are being solicited and are greatly appreciated. I'm trying to educate myself, and do all the things that I feel will make me be successful. I have faith, I'm just adding my work to it.... Thanks
DOCTOR DECISION - 12/6/8
Dec 06, 2008
Went to a doctor in Wylie, several years back, African-American doctor, can't remember his name. Decided against because it was too far, and not much knowledge of WLS at the time.
Dr. Provost/Dr. Watson Office - made appt here because their were on my insurance. Had read several good reviews on OH, but it seemed that they were a very busy practice. I thought it would be a long time, and they would not consider me a candidate. Talked myself into being too scared to follow through with a visit after getting packet to fill out.
Dr. RaeAnn Capehart - Great doctor visit. She had the best office visit experience that I've ever had with a physician. Took a long time to discuss surgery in detail with me and answer questions. Even answered questions and gave info related to other medical issues. She referred me to Psy Med for my insurance requirements. Psy Med was great as well. Got 4 mos. deep into their program, encouraged that I could do it would WLS because family and friends trying to convince me not to have surgery and stopped. - Big Mistake!
True Results - Went for evaluation b/c office co-worker went through them and another co-worker has had lap band. Was seriously considering going through them b/c they work with Psy Med and they made insurance approval process seem very easy, but now I'm getting 2nd thoughts. Lap Band may not be fore me. I know several people who have had Lap Band who have not loss weight and still are medically obese. Can't afford this, have to succeed. Now considering Bypass or alternative type of WLS, looking at other physicians.
Dr. Davidson - Think I may have found my doctor. Went to seminar at Presbyterian on 12/3. Got a lot of persona attention since only 2 people their. He answered my questions and I felt very comfortable with his experience. His nurse was great as well. She made me feel good about handling my pre-reqs. It seems they have a great aftercare from profiles I've read on OH....Any info on this doctor pls let me know. I have my evaluation appt on 12/23/8.