MrsBahuna
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I have been pursuing Lap-Band Surgery since last February (2009) after my nurse practitioner recommended it at my annual physical. I appreciated her discussing the "elephant in the room" and she has been there to help me prepare for the surgery. I'm scheduled for surgery 1-14-10, after nearly one year of preparation. I'm glad I've had the time to establish new habits which include exercise and making healthier food choices. I have lost about 15 lbs but I've improved my strength and my ability to ambulate. I previously was using a leg brace due after two knee surgeries. I was in constant pain at a level 6-7 and each day was exhausted due to the pain. I've been swimming regularly since last May and I no-longer wear the leg brace and best of all, my pain is frequently PAIN FREE or at a level of only 2. This in itself helps motivate me to keep exercising!! I'm so excited to finally "jump off the high-dive to a new me and a new life that is no longer being held back by my size!!! Praise God!!
Age: 67
Height: 5 feet 11 inches
Starting Weight: 265 lbs
Weight on Day of Surgery:
Current Weight: 250 lbs
Goal Weight: 165 lbs
Weight Lost: 15 lbs
BMI: 34.9
Surgery: LAP-BAND
Surgery Status: Post Surgery
First Dr. Visit: 12/22/2009
Surgery Date: 01/15/2010
Hospital Stay: Outpatient
Surgery Funding: Insurance
Insurance Outcome: n/a
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