
kecldr3
Follow up on Second Appointment
Feb 16, 2013
I went for my second appointment at Team Bariatrics. I have been worried as to what the result will be due to the doctor putting me on Prednisone for pain. This medication is known for causing weight gain. I stepped on the scale and I have lost 5 lbs. Yeah!! I know that is now much, but I haven't been able to lose any for a while.
Next stop-the fitness trainer. Due to hurting my back and the news i had from my doctor, I was unable to do the exercises he had me doing. I explained to him all the issues I have been having. I had an mri done of my cervical spine (my neck). I have to see a neurosurgeon on Feb. 20. I am scared to do very much with all of my joint issues. I have arthritis really bad in my neck and shoulders, both arms, and both knees. I hope to get some of this resolved. I hate being in pain all the time.
First Support Group-This group was led by the Fitness trainer I just met with and was about "stretching for mobility". I definitely was not able to do much of what he wanted us to do, but it was nice being with others who were pre-op and post-op. I talked to several who shared their stories. All of them stated they would have the surgery again in a split second. This was very encouraging.
I have officially given up Diet Pepsi!! I thought it would be so hard, One of my goals when meeting with the dietician was to slow down with drinking pop. I am so happy, I have actually given it up!! I am able to sleep better. I was one that drank pop constantly, I didn't ever drink water or much of any thing else.
Neurosurgeon appointment is this Wednesday. Oh Boy...