Six Months Post OP

Dec 19, 2009

My surgery date was June 16, 2009, I had open RNY due to scar tissue from the removal or my spleen and gall bladder at an earlier time in my life. I weighed in at 266.4. It took me six years to make the decision for the surgery. Three years ago, in the same year, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, hypertension and fibromyalgia. I stopped working in my chosen field of nursing, because I was afraid that with my weight and shortness of breath that I would not be able to get to my patients in time. I could not have lived with myself if someone had died by me not being able to perform my job. Two years ago, my savings ran out and I had no choice but to return to work. Three days into orientation I had a heart attack. I had a stress test done and an angiogram. I failed the stress test and the doctor stated that my arteries had no blockage. After further testing we discovered that I had an extra current running through my heart putting me into tachycardia. I knew at this time I wanted to live, I was only 47. After discussing with my PCP, we decided that gastric bypass might be a good option for me. They kept me drugged up in the hospital, which was a good thing, because I remember nothing about the hospital stay. They medicated me for a two hour ride home, which I also do not remember. I did have a longer hospital stay than anticipated, due to complications with the dissolvable sutures and steri strip tape. Learning what I can and cannot eat has been a challenge, I have good days and bad. At this time my blood sugars have been within normal limits, my high blood pressure has come down, but am still having periods of tachycardia. I’m proud to say that I have lost over 80 lbs, going from a size 26 to a size 12! I have more self-esteem, I don’t isolate myself in my bedroom and  now I do want to go out and be around people. Anyone who says, I took the easy way out, by no means was this easy. The yo-yo diets were going to kill me. In January 2010, I take a repeat stress test and pray that it works so that I may return back to nursing. For me, this surgery was well worth it, and I have no doubts that I will reach my main goal 130lbs. I want to thank the obese help support group and all the members who have helped me along this journey.

 

Tboyd46

 

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80pounds

Nov 01, 2009

I have lose over 80 pounds since my surgery. (06-16-09) WOO WOO
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If at first you get don't get surgery aprovalable. Try thy is

May 15, 2009

It has been no secert to my family and friends that I plan on having open gastric bypass surgery. Getting insurance approvel was a bit of a nightmare. At first I wasn't approved because the insurance could not read on written number, go figure. Instead of filing an appeal, I tried peer to peer ( peer to peer is when my pcp talks with the insurance doctor. Great news, I was approved that night. Now I'm waiting to set up my surgery.
I must admitt the I cried, I have not work for 3 years, I went back to work last year and lasted three days beforen I had a heart attact, ( my wake up call). I was afraid that I might kill someone by not able to get to them in time. As a nurse I was not going to risk the life or someone under my care.
I miss working and looking forward to the day I can go back and take great care of my patients.
Soon the pic's will go up of my vacation at the beach in a bathing suit with many rolls of fat.
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So close

Mar 27, 2009

I have two more weeks of pre-surgery counseling left to do. Last class date April 6th,09. Then I sit and wait for Anthem to approve me. I have met all requirements for the RNY and jumped through hoops with the things the insurance wanted. Was hoping to have surgery in April but the Doctor's office said it could take anywhere from two to six weeks. Then I have to set up an appt. for pre surgery physical, which would be two weeks before the surgery. Due to the fact that I have to sit and wait, I decided to go to Myrtle Beach for a week. I figure that I won't have another opportunity after surgery. I'm also going to open the pool. I may not be able to use it for awhile but I enjoy sitting by it and reading or listening to music in the mornings.
My husband and family are very supportive. My sister is going to take time off work after the surgery to stay with me and help while my husband works. For this I am very grateful. If this had been two years ago, she would not of offered. We made peace and healed this pass summer and with her staying at my home, we can continue to heal.
My prayers go out to all that have had the surgery, those who are going to have surgery, and to your families and friends.
Tee
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things are falling in place

Jan 16, 2009

I have been making all my appointments. Start my pre surgerical exercise on and work with the nutrtionist the 01-19-09, which is every other week for both plans for 12 weeks . I see my own doc to get release for the exercise and nutrtionst on 02-20-09.LOL
Meeting for Psychological consulation is on01-27-09. Sent out release of medical records to cardiologist and endoccrinologist. Getting on my ducks in a row, so I can have by open by pass toward the end of April or early may. Crossing my finger, hoping to be sooner.
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Cincinnati, OH
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RNY
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06/16/2009
Surgery Date
Jan 12, 2009
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