kandymc
Unreal
Jun 30, 2009
It has been a while since I blogged, but I have been kind of busy lately. I posted some pictures of me this week where I have lost 102 lbs. It is amazing how much of a difference it makes when you see the pictures side by side. I suggest everyone do this because it puts it in front of you and so much easier to accept the changes being made. I look at the before pictures of myself and think to myself and wonder, who was that person? My goodness!! I actually thought I looked pretty?? This may sound bad, but looking at the old pictures of myself kind of disgusts me. I cannot believe I thought so little of myself to get in that position and why I did not have the surgery sooner. Why did I risk my life in that way? Nothing tasted good enough to end my life in that way! Now I look at myself and still ask myself, who is this person? She does not look like the person I have seen in the mirror for the last 24+ years. It is good now to see the person that was hiding for so long. I have found so much more confidence in myself and I have a whole new attitude towards life and healthier than I have been in years. Not diabetic any longer and off all meds except 1. This seems unreal but in a good way.
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Like a Dream
Mar 28, 2009
Well it has been a while since I wrote anything. It was all so fast. I submitted my information and had surgery within about a month. It shocked me how fast I was approved and how quickly I was able to have my surgery. I had a laporscopic RNY on March 11, 2009. I had it done at the Medical University of SC by Dr. Byrne. Let me tell you, Dr. Byrne's whole team from the application process to the surgery and afterward was absolutely the best!! Never have I felt so supported and comfortable in a medical facility. There was contact the whole time and no question I had was a problem for them to answer. I can see exactly why they are a center of excellence. They have earned it!! The surgery went smoothly except for my BP dropping really LOW. Other than that it went well and so is my recovery. I weighed today and I have lost a total of 33 lbs and it has not been even 3 weeks yet. I am feeling really good!! I am off insulin already and before surgery I was taking nearly 240 units a day which consisted of two different types of insulin. My BP is becoming normal and my lasix for adema is in half and some days don't need it at all. The health benefits are paying off already and everything I had to go through has been completely worth it. I feel better than I have in years!! People look at me and cannot believe the changes already. Not only am I looking better but my whole attitude has changed and I am happier and more outgoing. Everything is changing for the better.
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What A Day!!
Mar 05, 2009
This has been like a whirlwind, but I am so very glad it is happening. I had my pre-op visit and got all the goodies to help me get started. Signed a LOT of paperwork and got everything set for Wednesday. I feel like someone needs to pinch me to make sure I am not dreaming!!! My next step is surgery. I am scheduled for Wed, March 11, 2009. Not sure what time yet as they said the or schedulers will let them know between 2-4 pm on Tuesday. This is crazy but that is how it works.
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It is finally a reality!
Mar 04, 2009
Today I received word today that my insurance approved my gastric bypass on the first try!! I am set for my pre-op appointment in the morning at 10:30 and will have surgery on March 11. I will be taking my first picture for my pre-op and will beging pictures after that to get a visual on my progress. I am a bundle of nerves and going through so many GOOD emotions right now. I have not stopped crying since I got the phone call.
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Surgeon
Feb 18, 2009
Hi again!!
I just got my appointment for my surgeon evaluation. It is tomorrow morning! Man, MUSC moves fast!! I am so glad I have the privilege to be close enough to use this center for my surgery. They are making it all run so smoothly and fast. They are not dragging their heels at all.
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I just got my appointment for my surgeon evaluation. It is tomorrow morning! Man, MUSC moves fast!! I am so glad I have the privilege to be close enough to use this center for my surgery. They are making it all run so smoothly and fast. They are not dragging their heels at all.
Yesterday
Feb 18, 2009
Hi Everyone!
Yesterday I had my psych evaluation first thing in the morning then had the mandatory nutrition class. The psych visit went very fast!! It was nothing more than a conversation to make sure I know what I am getting into with the surgery. LOL The nutrition class lasted 2 1/2 hours, but it was so helpful and fun in a serious way. We got to know about the diet, portion sizes and all the nuts and bolts on the new lifestyle we are choosing. They also let us know what to expect the days before, during and after the surgery. It was great!!! Everything is moving FAST!! Now let's just hope the insurance company is just as speedy with their decision.
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Yesterday I had my psych evaluation first thing in the morning then had the mandatory nutrition class. The psych visit went very fast!! It was nothing more than a conversation to make sure I know what I am getting into with the surgery. LOL The nutrition class lasted 2 1/2 hours, but it was so helpful and fun in a serious way. We got to know about the diet, portion sizes and all the nuts and bolts on the new lifestyle we are choosing. They also let us know what to expect the days before, during and after the surgery. It was great!!! Everything is moving FAST!! Now let's just hope the insurance company is just as speedy with their decision.
It's All Starting Now
Feb 16, 2009
Well, today I had my dietician interview over the phone and was surprised that they actually had a psych appointment available for tomorrow morning. I will be going and then will attend my manditory nutrition class tomorrow afternoon. I am beginning to get VERY excited and seeing that this surgery is becoming more of a reality every day instead of just a dream. After my psych will be the actual meeting with the surgeon. I will be receiving that appointment soon. I remember crying for the past few years every time I saw or read anything about gastric bypass surgery because I knew it was not something I was able to have done and I had no way to possibly afford it. Everything just seems to be falling into place and this is meant to be. I suppose all great things come into your life when you really need it.
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Today Is Just The Beginning
Feb 11, 2009
Today I turned in all my paperwork, program fee, and clearance letters from my PCP and Cardiologist. It is all becoming real now and all I can do is wait for the insurance company to approve everything. It has not even been 24 hours and the waiting and wondering if it will be approved is driving me insane!!! I will not be able to concentrate on much with this on my mind. I am a very impatient person anyway and the thought of people I do not even know making the decision to allow my biggest dream to happen is not going to be easy. They hold my future and health in their hands.
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About Me
Summerville, SC
Location
64.0
BMI
Surgery
03/11/2009
Surgery Date
Oct 08, 2008
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