ldjfairfax

Today is day one of my journey to the sleeve. I am on the 6 month track per my insurance. Today I am due for the Upper GI. I am so nervous about the whole process. My doctor says that the risk is much greater because of my prior surgery.

Well I have the lapband and I am working to revise to the sleeve. He stated that the risks associated with surgery are greater because of the scar tissue and other factors from my lapband surgery, than that of someone that has never had bariatric surgery at all.

I have been gone for some time now and I think its about past time that I return. I actually got the lap-band April 2nd 2012 and have done nothing with it since but figure out every way under the sun to eat around it. I feel like I was not ready mentally and emotionally for the surgery. The past year I have been working on me inside and I think its time that I get this weight under control. I have cut out juice completely and am active in my gym. My diet is not ALL protein but I try to stay heavy on the protein when planning my meals. (I have lost 3 pounds in just 4 days, I know water weight but I will certainly take it lol). I really want to make this a lifestyle as oppose to a temporary fix. Anyway, I am excited to be back. I am leaning heavily on this forum for support and look forward to joining all of you on this journey.

Thanks Jim... I just received a fill 2 weeks ago... So I am good to go...

That's great! I just got through our Monthly Birthday Celebration as well... It's tough, but getting easier and easier.

Congrats!!!!!

Congratulations!!! My date is April 2nd as well and I am sooo nervous.. I am sure you will be just fine