alicia.pedana
Introduction About Me
Sep 21, 2019
Hello,
My name is Alicia I am 20 years old and my whole life I have struggled with weight issues. My highest weight was 256 and I am currently at 252. I have hypo-thyroidism, insulin resistance, congenital hyperplasia, endometriosis, and gastroperisis to name a few. When I was younger, I was placed on a very high steroid for a long period of time that caused me to gain 100 pounds. I was able to lose 60 of those pounds on my own but due to my endometriosis and being placed numerous birth controls (even was on 2 at the same time), I sadly gained that weight and some back. It was suggested I think about gastric surgery to help some of my issues and to hoppefully live a better and healthier life. In July of this year I decided to begin my journey. I am hoping to be able to schedule my surgery for either December or January. I am still debating between the sleeve or the bypass, but I am leaning more towards the sleeve. I am also currently a full time student at Wilkes University majoring in Early Education with a minor in Reading and Special Education. Along with going to school, I also work part-time at a local woman's homeless shelter and love being able to make an impact on others and their lives.
-Alicia