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I can COMPLETELY related to everything you said. You are not alone!

The struggle is real. I can completely understand. The struggle is real. I am an emotional, compulsive overeater. I realized that each time I have lost a significant amount of weight is when I was in college or had several months off of work. It is so hard to do with a stressful career. I keep wanting to reward myself with food after a stressful day and a walk in the park or a good book isn't the same quick fix as a piece of chocolate cake or a glass or bottle of wine. I COMPLETELY get it. My surgery is not until June 14th. This is far away or around the corner depending on how you looks at it. I have not been perect on my "diet" but I am doing better. I am trying to lose weight before my required pre op diet and I certainly don't want to gain any weight. We have to decide what we want the most. I live alone too and with no family where I live. It is worth it to me but I think the pre op diet is one of the ultimate tests of our willpower and readiness. However, I have yet to go through it! You want your surgery to be successful and safe. I completely get it though. Keep us updated on wht you decide.

Hahaha. I guess not everyone lives in Los Angeles! Whalewatching! Most romantic thing you can do!

Congratulations on 10 years! My surgery is June 14th so we are real close. How about a romantic carriage ride in the park? Gondolea? I am not sure where you live. Comedy show? (not as romantic) Concert in the park? Go see a play? Couples massage? I am not sure if that was helpful but just somethings I , myself might consider if I were in your position.

I am a resource teacher at an elementary school and I was just curious about how my fellow teachers have been handling the change. Is it harder to stick to the diet being at school all day? Am I going to have to take small sips of water all day for the rest of my life? How is it possible to get all of that water in? When I really looked through the post op diet again, I became a little overwhelmed about how to balance everything. It is well worth it but I need advice and would apprciate knowing your experiences. Thanks. ,

I'm scheduled for June 14th too but with Dr. Illan.

I am a teacher and decided to bring hot cheetos in as a reward for some of my kids. Yes I know not the healthiest but I do not reward them with food on a regular basis. A little treat now and then is ok. I had never tried them before and one of the kids said try it and so I did and I liked it. At the end of the day when everyone left i had almost 3 serving sizes of them. I am doing weight watchers right now so i counted all the points. I never ever though hot cheetos would trigger me. I have been doing so well eating healthy and cooking my meals. I never ever cooked before. I'm going to the gym. I was doing so much better. I'm really disappointed in myself. My surgery date is june 14th. I really want this more than anything although my actions today may not show it. Does thos mean im not ready? Can I come back from this? I had a tough day today with the kids so maybe it was emotional eating which I understand needs to be in check. I messed up. What do you all think? Thanks

I had a fun time llooking at everyone's amazing progress. I did notice that many people in their after photos who might still be considered medically overweight or even obese based on the weight they posted next to their pictures looked damn good and yes accounting for height etc and all that! I mean many definitely did not look anywhere near the weight they were. They looked much smaller but yet the scale would beg to differ. Have you noticed the same thing? Is this common with weight loss surgery in particular? I was baffled in some cases. I hope I have the same experience. I would love to look 160-170 at 200 lbs or example.

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Thanks so much for replying. I hope I didn't scare people off by using the "B" word. Just like many judge people for being overweight or obese, they also judge you if you have a mental illness maybe even on here too (I hope not). Especially for the one i mentioned not. Too much of a stigma on depression anymore. people would never know because mine is VERY depression dominant and the other part presents itself as anxiety now. Either way it is no fun having these extra challenges in life. My psychiatrist assured me there would be no malabsorption problems with my meds. What did yours say and when is your surgery date? Sorry for the novel guys and gals. I have been scolded ince for not writing in a blog. Thanks to everyone who has been so kind and supportive. Im here for you too

I decided to have the gastric sleeve! My surgery date is June 14th. I am so excited and also terrified even though I know I need it. How did the rest of you feel? Any advice or words of wisdom to calm my nerves? It was made official today. I look forward to sharing my journey and offer words of encouragement to others as I progress in this process. Thankss to all have replied to my previous posts.

Thanks You got this too girl! I have decided to do it. Almost doesn't seem real that I am saying that. I am planning on doing it the second week of June if I can get that date. Keep in touch and let me know how it goes.

What am I worried about?1. The pain right after surgery. I have heard some people say that they had little to no pain (including my mom’s friend who is in her late 60’s). I have people say it feels like an incredible amount of pressure but manageable. Some say that they were in an incredible amount of pain right after surgery for 1-2 days, etc, 2. The pain post op (in general). Again, I have heard people experience minimal to no pain, once in awhile, and some say they are almost always in pain. Am I going to be throwing up , constipated, and/or sick to my stomach for the rest of my life? Is this common? I also heard some people have difficulty swallowing and it being painful going down. IS heartburn common?3. Complications. I am concerned about potential leaks, blood clots, bleeding etc 4. Feeling regretful. I don’t want to wake up and panic. I know someone who had a panic attack when she woke up from surgery. 5. Does your sleeve feel “weird” in your body initially?6. Long Term Maintenance (I have the commitment) but have their been any studies?7. food and Nutrition-I hope it wont be too painful for me to eat and be able to get the nutrients that I need. On a positive note, I have a great surgeon in mind. He has a less than 1% complication rate and he is highly regarded as one of the best and also a trauma surgeon etc. I have a good support system. I have healthcare even though I am getting my procedure in Mexico. I know that this is ultimately my decision but I am indecisive in general! I really want to get this procedure this summer and I know that I need to send in my money ASAP in order to secure the date that I want. I have been having a difficult time sleeping over this. I just really need support and guidance. I am 5’5 and 309 lbs. I’m superobese and something needs to be done but I just feel like I am taking a lot of risks and that may be worth it in the end and necessary but I’m scared.

Thank you! This was very comforting an inspiring! Congratulations!

Thank you so much for your reply! I too suffer from depression and anxiety and that has concerned me. What do you mean when you sai you thought you could do this alone? Do you see a therapist are you on any medication for your depression. I recently saw my psychiatrist and he was positive about me getting the surgery. He told me that he has known me for a long time and trusts that I will do my research and be successul. He also said that I could keep all the same medications just in pill form. However, my psychologist isn't 100 percent for it at all. She told me she oesn't think I can hanle it right now but maybe she will feel differently in a few months. She is worried about my mental health. Everyone in my life has an opinion! We have to decide what is best for us. A good support system is definitely key.

Thanks. I totally feel you and I am also planning on having my surgery in June. It is a big decision but I am reay to change my life. This forum has helpe a lot. You have my support as a fellow pre op! Jennifer

I can't believe I orgot to reply to this! Thank you so much for contacting me. i have read up about your experience ad credentials and I am very impressed. I have submitted my form to Bill to be reviewed. It is a very big decision but it also may be my only hope.

Thanks girl! I appreciate these details.

Thanks! Good to know.

I believe we have an appoitment to speak this afternoon

Thank you so much. I am getting ready for work right not but will definitely take you up on those things later today.

I just finished watching an episode of my 600 lb life. It reminded my of the pain and addiction that goes along with overeating. It is like quitting a drug. I gave in to temptation yesterday big time (damn food delivery!) jk I am fully accountable. As a child, my mom was obese and I was basically never told no. I was told to eat whatever I wanted as much as I wanted and that is what I saw her do. I am doing much better today with eating. It has been harder fitting in exercise. I know I need to push through it. How have you gotten through not being able to eat for comfort anymore? I have not had the sleeve yet but I am just trying to prepare myself. Also, am I going to have to sip Water all day long (just a little at a time) for the rest of my life? or is tht for the first few months. I know I need to get the water in but all day long?? I look forward to your replies. Thanks.

Kind of. I filled out the forms for Dr. Corvala at Angeles Hospital in Tijuana. He approved me pending a letter from my psychiatrist (I have bipolar disorder). I meet with my psychiatrist next Monday to tell him and ask for one but I have not sent in any money yet or bought any plane tickets. I really want to do it this summer though. I am just really scared and I want to make sure that I have everything in place before I leave.