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I was never blessed with a speedy metabolism. As a child/teenager, I was a healthy weight. I did have a few periods where I would pack on some pounds but it was always referred to as a "phase". For me, I think it was a clue to what my adult life would be. When I hit around 20 years old and was out on my own, I hit a "phase" again. Unfortunately, that phase never went away but kept increasing. I have yo yo-d from 180 to 270 over 10 years. I also have PCOS which doesnt really help with the situation. My husband and I have had the typical run with fertility treatments due to PCOS. He has always been such a great supporter. Prior to being referred to a fertility specialist my GYN required me to lose weight. She gave me Phentermine, which at the time I thought was a miracle pill. I lost 70-80 pounds in 4 months. The problem was it was all the pills doing. Once I stopped taking that miracle, my weight came back, quicker and more. I have been considering the lapband for quite some time. I have to admit that at the beginning, vanity was the complete motivator. I want to be skinny, I want to stop shopping in plus sizes, I want to be able to go on vacation and not be afraid I wont fit in the airplane seat. Well, as I have gotten older, my motivation has changed to being healthy. Dont get me wrong I cant wait to buy that first pair of single digit size jeans but that will just be a fun perk. I have a family history of breast cancer, heart disease and diabetes. I have been very lucky until this point not show any signs of any health issues but want that to remain true. I am excited to start this journey and with alot of perserverance I know I will be successfull!!
Age: 50
Height: 5 feet 3 inches
Starting Weight: 249 lbs
Weight on Day of Surgery:
Current Weight: 249 lbs
Goal Weight: 150 lbs
Weight Lost:
BMI: 44.1
Surgery: LAP-BAND
Surgery Status: Pre Surgery
First Dr. Visit: 02/03/2009
Surgery Date: 07/21/2009
Hospital Stay: n/a
Surgery Funding: Insurance
Insurance Outcome: 1st Letter Approval
I'mwiththeband2's Bariatric Surgeon
Mobile, Tennessee 37232