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Losing Weight Before Surgery - It's Messing with My Head. Does anyone else feel like this?
gertiemay replied to jobillandjosh's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I know I can lose the weight or at least a good chunk of it. I've done it more times than I can count and I'm only 40. That's not my problem. My problem is keeping it off for longer than 6-9 months. I completely understand your feelings though because I'm having those conversations in my head and I'm 5-1/2 weeks away from my surgery. I try to tell myself that I've had to see a weight management doctor and dietician for the past 6 months (prior to surgery due to my insurance requirements). I've lost 35 pounds through my diet, quitting pop (soda) and walking 4-7 miles/6 days per week, but I can't say without that accountability and the support I've experienced from my support group that I would have been successful on my own. And long term with a diagnosis of borderline diabetes I know I need more help than I can give myself. This surgery will allow me to live the life that I want for myself, the life that my kids deserve from their mom and the life I want as a wife for my husband. I have found peace knowing and asking for help. I hope you find the answers you are looking for. -
Any sleevers scheduled for late July?
gertiemay replied to kbpaulie's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm scheduled for July 27 with my liquid diet beginning on July 13. I'm nervous about the liquid portion and getting more nervous as the date approaches for surgery but I know this is the best option for me. I wish I had my parents support, but I haven't told them because I know they will be against it and if my mom know then everyone knows. I'm grateful to have my husbands support and the support of a couple really great friends, two of which have opted to join me in this process. I think I'm nervous because it's an elective procedure and I worry about my 10 year old daughter and 9 year old son, but they are one of my biggest reasons for doing this besides for myself. I wish you all the best and please feel free to reach out anytime. -
My surgeon is only requiring a 3 day liquid diet before surgery.My surgeon requires liquid diet for two weeks prior to surgery. I start my liquid portion July 13 with my surgery date being July 27. I think I'm more nervous about that than the surgery.
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I'm scheduled for July 27 and getting nervous.