Just made the final decision

I considered having rny last spring. My then-doctor refused to have anything to do with it and started treating me badly. I switched to a new doctor, but I don't know how she feels about wls.

I bought samples of Syntrax Nectar so I could find something I liked before I had to really start on the 3-month diet that my insurance required. I really liked it. I had an Atkins shake for breakfast, a Nectar shake for lunch, and food for dinner. I lost 30 pounds in maybe three months.

I thought, "I can do this on my own. I don't need surgery." Then I fell off the wagon and gained 45 pounds. I can't stop overeating. I don't always do it, but the capacity is there.

I've been diabetic for a couple of years. I discovered last year that I have neurological issues from gluten. This hasn't stopped me from eating carbs and gluten. It's gotten so bad lately that it's starting to scare me.

I was telling my dad about some of this and it made me cry. I told him I was starting to think about surgery again. He was tentatively positive about it, but my mother was gung-ho. That really surprised me.

I signed up for an information session at the hospital. That's tomorrow evening, with a support meeting afterward. I called my insurance to see what they covered and what I needed to do. They don't require a 3-month diet anymore.

I called my mom and she said she would pay my costs. I hung up and put my head in my hands and wept. People came up to me (I was at work) and asked if I was okay. I said I was just so grateful.

It's a huge relief, I feel like I'm not going to die so young, but now I'm so scared. I'm certain that this is what I need to do. I will do it. I just can't really wrap my mind around the reality of it yet.

Wishing you the best of luck!! It took me 3 years to even talk to the Doctor about this.  I am in the 6month counseling process of mine.  Hoping to have surgery for the sleeve in Aug or Sept . Keep me informed of how you do.  

I Was to the point In my life where every time i get dressed i cry. But my bmi wasnt high enough. I knew that eventually it would be. Here i am at a BMI of 40 and having surgery tomorrow. I feel like i am making the best decision of my life. 

The best part for you is that you have your mom to stand behind you. Think positive thoughts. Everything will be fine. You can get the surgery and be healthy and LIVE forever.

Good luck! After not having insurance that would cover this surgery for the last ten years, I too felt grateful when my current insurance said it was covered.

Congratulations!

This made me smile.

I have been looking into surgery for 5 years now. I have seen many friends have it, and it was always sad for me. I was not strong enough to make the changes for myself until this past November. I just said enough is enough. It is my time.

 

My surgery is April 12 and I am still in shock and it is hard to believe it is finally happening.

CONGRATULATIONS! I am happy for you!