Mary M.

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I am sorry I haven't unpdated!
It has been a great year!
I try and spread the word about the WLS whenever people ask as I am a proud recipient of this tool.
I have lost 102 pounds and feel like I am 20 years old again. I don't even know if I felt this good then. 
I would do this yearly if I had to, (although I am glad I don't)
My only issue has been low iron and I had that before my surgery and didn't even know it. 
I am going to the gym and working a lot of overtime and having a great time with my family.
The year flew by!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't believe it.
I will be seeing my surgeon soon. I have been seeing my PCP monthly and he follows my very closely. If anyone reading this needs help or support I am here for you.
This site is something I have treasured for the last couple of years. I recommend it to anyone considering surgery or looking at options.

Thanks to all that have helped me along the way!!!

 I have to Thank Reba C. for this beautiful profile! I just love it.
I think I will update more now that I have something pretty to show!
I have been plugging right along. Since my 3 month appointment I found that I have been having trouble with my TSH and low iron. The TSH could be contributing to my slower weight loss although I feel good and I am losing consistenly. I have upped the iron dose and feel great. The only meds that I am taking now are vitamins and my thyroid meds. No more blood pressure meds! Hurray.
I also came to the conclusion that if I had to do this yearly I would. I am glad that I won't have to but I would if I did!
I will post more information after I get my next set of labs back.
I will being seeing my PCP in about 3 weeks.
Talk with you soon!

 

haven't updated in a while. I am doing pretty good. When I look at the weight loss of others I feel like a slow loser but at my appointment with the surgeon he said I was where I should be. That made me happy. I feel great and I am wearing a lot of old clothes that haven't fit in years. I have a lot more energy and am enjoying the summer. I can work 12 hour shifts now without my knees suffering. I am very thankful that I had this surgery. I have not regretted it for one second. I don't care about certain foods that I avoid (I don't want to say "can't eat") since they are what got me where I was before surgery. I am enjoying exercise, as much as I possibly can. This really has been a life saver for me.
I will try and update more often.

 Hi just a quick update. I have been spending a lot of time on the message boards but have neglected my profile. I am doing well with my foods and am feeling much better. I feel better than I did before surgery so I am very happy with my decision. My knees don't hurt as much, unless I over do it. I am back to work and am walking regularly. I am planning to join the gym in the next month or so. I am really surprised at how good I feel. I wouldn't call me a ball of energy yet but I am improving all the time.

I made it through surgery without issues. It was much better than I expected. HURRAY!
The week of clear liquids was a little stressful. I had no energy and felt drained since Sunday. The first 5 days I felt fine. I am now taking full liquids and my protein drinks without problems.
I didn't get along with the Lovenox injections very well. I started bleeding from a few choice areas and they stopped those right away. I just have to really make a point of moving. I went to the grocery store today. Had a good walk but it wore me out. Thankfully I was with my DH and he put everything in the basket and paid and packed it in the car. I went along for input and walking. I will try to update regularly. Thanks to all who gave support and advice. It really is necessary in preparing for this procedure.

 

 

I have a date!!!!!!!!!!
March 14th!
I am excited and scared but happy to really be on the road!
See you all on the other side.

 

 Well after all is said and done my employer changed insurances and I am covered. My PCP gave me 12 beautifully dictated letters for all my visits. I jumped through every hoop and now I am covered without needing anything! Oh well, I am just going to work with what I have.
I went for my consult appointment today, I really like the surgeon. He is very nice and believes in this surgery 100%. I am H Pylori + so I need another treatment, an EGD with biopsy and am good to go.
I should have a date within the next couple of weeks.
I will keep all posted.

 

Still waiting for November, trying to keep a positive attitude.

 I have heard from the insurance people and I will not be approved until I complete the 12 consecutive months of physician supervised diet with nutritional counseling. I started this last November so by the end of the year I should be good to go! I am looking at it as part of the whole process instead of a negative.
I will post when I have more info!

I called with regard to my approval and found out the person handling my case is out on a medical! The benefit person at my employer is handling this with the rep from the insurance company. I was told that the person doing the review would be back sometime this week. I hope they make it quick! I would love to post "I have a date!"