ptrent228
Two weeks from today.....
Apr 27, 2010
.....I will be going in for surgery. Today is nothing but doctors, tests and pre-op meeting. I decided to go ahead and schedule everything in one day so I don't have to take off more time from work. My annual physical at 8, stress test at 11 then all afternoon in my doctor's office going over pre and post-op stuff.......actually you could call it my 'life-changing class'. I'm beginning to feel excited, nervous and anxious all at once. I guess that's normal with any surgery but hopefully it will be one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life........well, I've got to start getting ready........more to come!!
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It's either me or the RA
Apr 24, 2010
I've been struggling with my weight for over 30 years trying almost all the weight loss plans/systems that were available. WW was the best for me however, all of them worked if you would just stick to them. I was usually motivated to lose weight because I wanted to look better or there was an upcoming event I wanted to lose weight for. Of course, losing weight always made me feel better but was never the big motivator for me. Most of the time, I would be able to control my portions and the type of food I ate. But, after months of dieting, I would wake up one morning and all I wanted was to eat....a lot! My trigger was usually pizza and beer. To some that doesn't sound bad if you eat and drink in moderation. But, I could polish off a whole pizza and a pitcher of beer in one sitting and not even think twice about it!! I would always try to justify my cheating and tell myself it was 'just a little set-back'. Well, my little 'set-backs' added up and I would ALWAYS regain my weight with a few extra pounds thrown in.
In the past couple of years, several of my friends at work have had the VSG and loved it. They are losing weight consistently and like the idea of their stomach controlling their portions. I've watched how they eat, what they eat, the amount of food and have asked a ton of questions. All of them look and feel great and highly recommend the surgery.
In 1998, I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis and needless to say, my weight contributed to my pain and stiffness. My Rheumatologist would talk to me about my weight and I would lose a little but could never keep it off. After so many years, he quit talking to me about it and just said that weight loss would be something I would have to do for myself. Every year my doctor would have to increase my medication just so I could cope with my disease. During my last visit, I mentioned I was thinking about having Sleeve surgery. My doctor's face lit up and he started telling me all the positives about that kind of baratric surgery and how it would affect on my RA. Since the duodenum would remain intact, there would not be a problem with the absorbtion of my medication and with the weight loss, I may be able to go into a full remission. Needless to say, his comments finally helped me make my decision!
So, on May 11, 2010, my life will be changed forever and maybe someday, not only will I feel better but maybe I will be able to walk in to Victorias Secret and buy something wonderful!!
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In the past couple of years, several of my friends at work have had the VSG and loved it. They are losing weight consistently and like the idea of their stomach controlling their portions. I've watched how they eat, what they eat, the amount of food and have asked a ton of questions. All of them look and feel great and highly recommend the surgery.
In 1998, I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis and needless to say, my weight contributed to my pain and stiffness. My Rheumatologist would talk to me about my weight and I would lose a little but could never keep it off. After so many years, he quit talking to me about it and just said that weight loss would be something I would have to do for myself. Every year my doctor would have to increase my medication just so I could cope with my disease. During my last visit, I mentioned I was thinking about having Sleeve surgery. My doctor's face lit up and he started telling me all the positives about that kind of baratric surgery and how it would affect on my RA. Since the duodenum would remain intact, there would not be a problem with the absorbtion of my medication and with the weight loss, I may be able to go into a full remission. Needless to say, his comments finally helped me make my decision!
So, on May 11, 2010, my life will be changed forever and maybe someday, not only will I feel better but maybe I will be able to walk in to Victorias Secret and buy something wonderful!!
