Hello, yet another newbie...

[GiGiToLose 0]

I've been trolling for a couple of weeks now and wanted to say "hi." A little about me. I'm 33, 5' 6" 1/2 and 255ish. I tired of looking at the fat girl in the mirror. I'm tired of people giving me the "once over" stare ( I feel like sayin "yeah, I know I'm fat"). I'm tired of having trouble of sitting in airplane seats (now I can't even put the snack tray down) movie seats and those plastic white outdoor chairs. I'm tired shopping in the plus sized stores. I'm tired of being tired and fatigued. I'm tired of my knee hurting all the time and other various jonts. I've tried everything to lose weight, Jenny Craig, WW, ADKINS, South Beach and even diet pills w/ ephedra in it.....None worked long term. I am seriously considering the Lap Band. I'm even scheduled to attend my first educational class on the proceedure on 7/21. I understand that the practice that I'm looking into is one of the top two in the country.Then I am scheduled to see my primary on 7/24 to have a physical and discuss if she will give me a referral. She's really conservative, so I hope she gives me one. A couple years ago I asked her about prescribing meds for weight loss and she looked at me like "hey fatty, can't do it yourself?" But she really said that none of the prescription diet pills are proven effective. I'm nervous on a few levels....One can I get a referral from my Dr.? Two will my insurance approve? Third, if my insurance doesn't approve, how will I manage a self-pay. Not to mention the risks associated w/ the surgery. From viewing everyone's posts it has given me hope for the future.

GiGi:kiss2:

[kellbelle 0]

I know what you mean about how you feel. I don't even recognize myself in the mirror and i feel like everyone assumes i'm incapable of making good choices because of my weight.

Good luck with your information night.You will learn alot.I had to hand carry all supporting doctors files, referrals, etc.. to my info. night.(NE)

No matter what-don't get discouraged,delays and denials happen frequently. You have to be determined and have a good support system.LOL