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Decisions and Waiting

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Lynn B

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Last Tuesday I emailed my surgeon to let him know that I didn't want to wait and see what the band is going to do, I want to revise to a sleeve. He called me back on Friday and said they would submit the paperwork to my insurance company to get approval. This takes 2-3 weeks and then we can schedule a surgery date.

 

This also puts me in the middle of vacation time hell at work - as my department is very small only one person at a time is allowed to schedule time off. For the months of July and August every available day has already been taken so it looks like I'll need to wait until Sept for surgery. This wouldn't be a bad thing except that with an unfilled band I am STARVING all the time.

 

My stomach actually growls.....I haven't heard that in over four years and it freaks me out! I've put on a solid 3 lbs this week but I am determined to get a grip and not totally screw myself up over the next 12 weeks.....wish me luck!

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To prepare myself for the wait I've been watching a lot of YouTube videos about the sleeve and being on this site helps me stay FOCUS. Some of the videos are so emotional and awe inspiring and the music.....makes me want to cry. I think if they can do it so can I. Right now I've going to WW meetings because my mindset is clear about losing weight and that also helps me stay focus. Good luck on your approval.

Deb

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I glad to hear about your decision...but I wish you didn't have to wait until September. I wish you the best in fighting off the hunger and maintaining your losses until September!

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