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welou · January 16, 2011

Hi, My name is Deb I am 54 yrs old , divorced, have 4 grown children, 5 grandchildren. I have battled my weight all my life( my grandfather and father decided I should be 25 lbs by the time I was 6 months) my highest weight was 302 lbs., I now weigh 279 lbs. I have fought diabetes, kidney disease, anemia, fibromyalgia and the list goes on . I take 20 different meds daily. I no longer work, ( I was a nurse for 36 yrs) . It hurts to walk, I try to exercise and end up hurting something else. I have looked into the weight loss surgery several times but was always told it " would kill me" because of issues I already have with my esophagus. I decided to check into surgery again since I obviously can't get rid of the weight by myself. This time they told me about the vertical sleeve and feel i can have this procedure safely. I have 2 more nutrition classes, then I will see the Dr and hopefully be scheduled. My insurance doesn't cover the procedure but the Dr is sure he can prove medical necessity and get it approved. I am hoping after surgery when the weight starts coming off, I will have less pain, and my kidney disease and diabetes will improve, and be able to get rid of that darn C-Pap. My 28 yr old daughter lives with me and is also planing to have the surgery sometime after I have mine. My brother and sister had the gastric by-pass several years ago and have done very well. I know I am still a high risk even with this procedure, but I am praying to God for him to guide and protect me as I start this new journey in my life.

Candycane · January 16, 2011

Welcome!! I am new to this forum and just joined 2day! I am 30 years no kids and I am trying 2 prevent those things you mentioned from happening 2 me! I think u r a very brave women! I am getting mines done in Mexico and the only reason why I even considered getting mines done is because the doctor where I had my Tt done in Mexico had the sleeve done there at the hospital and I feel like if he was able to put his trust in the surgeon there and get it done with all the other option he had then I feel safe with getting mines done as well! Goodluck:-)

Cinderella · January 18, 2011

Welou, good LUCK to you. If you are able to have this surgery, have it. It will change your life.

Best wishes, Cinderella

welou · January 19, 2011

Welcome!! I am new to this forum and just joined 2day! I am 30 years no kids and I am trying 2 prevent those things you mentioned from happening 2 me! I think u r a very brave women! I am getting mines done in Mexico and the only reason why I even considered getting mines done is because the doctor where I had my Tt done in Mexico had the sleeve done there at the hospital and I feel like if he was able to put his trust in the surgeon there and get it done with all the other option he had then I feel safe with getting mines done as well! Goodluck:-)

I not sure if I am replying in the right spot. It was nice hearing from you. I will be having my surgery in Reading Pa., by the same surgeon that has done some of my family. I trust him entirely and know he wouldn't do it if he can't do it safely. I wondered why so many people r getting it done in Mexico. I see the Dr. 2/22 for last visit and to schedule my surgery.