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...

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