Beginning of my journey

Dec 16, 2010

Well, I am finally at the threshold of getting my life back. After 2 months of fighting with the insurance company and being submitted for and approved for the wrong surgery (bypass), I have finally received my approval and surgery date. Scheduled for January 6th, 2011. What a great way to start the new year...

Yesterday was my last pre-op appointment and I was tentatively received my final approval. They had to run one final blood test, but don't anticipate that one coming back with anything that would prevent me from getting the surgery. I did, however, find out that in addition to my high blood pressure (which I already knew about) I am also Vitamin D deficient and pre-diabetic. The Vitamin D deficiency is kind of weird since I am a milk and cheese addict, but hopefully that can be fixed with some supplements. The pre-diabetic part I figured was coming at some point since my mom and grandfather both had it and runs in the family. It does, however, put my mind at ease now as to whether or not I am making the right decision to have surgery.

Not that I was ever waivering once I heard about the sleeve, but I know it will help for after or during my pre-op diet on the days when I want to question whether this is right for me or have regrets. I will just keep post its up around the house with my current and future health issues as well as some with those activities that will be much more enjoyable (such as fitting comfortably in an airplane seat or restaurant chair with arms) with my soon to be new weight loss.

Ok I am off now to start my 3 week pre-op diet...(found out yesterday afternoon so really only a 20 day diet, but should still be successful since it is only 3 shakes for lunch, dinner, and breakfast along with 2 bars for snacks). Hopefully I will be able to drop a good 20 lbs. before I even hop on the surgery table.

Looking forward to a new year, a new me, and an exiting new lifestyle...

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