And So It Begins. . .

[Sparklette 381]

A few days ago, my father's company's insurance changed. Upon looking through the files of what is covered and what isn't it turns out that weight loss surgery is covered. I'm a 20 year old college student and I'm grossly overweight. We've discussed the surgical option a few times, and it had never been an actual option, because it was so expensive. But now, it's an option. I've been doing nothing but researching the options for the past few days. I went to the seminar, and I think I'm going to do it, I scheduled my consultation with the surgeon , it's on Tuesday, I'm really excited. It's the first step on the road to my new life.

[bellepink77 44]

Congratulations on making such a mature decision. I wish I would have done it when I was 20. I'm 34 now at least I have the rest of my 30's to be healthy!

[Lebim 381]

I'm 20 too and am really happy I had mine done so young. Good luck!

- Kaylee Ann ~ Surgerversary: 6/11/12

[TinyMamiOf3kids 1,280]

That's great news! I hope you pull threw & everything turns out fine.

[Sparklette 381]

I'm 20 too and am really happy I had mine done so young. Good luck!

- Kaylee Ann ~ Surgerversary: 6/11/12

I haven't seen many other 20 year olds getting the surgery. How was yours? How are you doing?

[berniec 166]

That's great that you're doing a lot of research. Be sure to ask plenty of questions so that you understand everything. There is never a stupid question. Good luck.

[Lebim 381]

I haven't seen many other 20 year olds getting the surgery. How was yours? How are you doing?

Other than being the only person to get a horrendous incision infection from my surgeon I guess I'm doing all right. Very wary since I'm so newly out

- Kaylee Ann ~ Surgerversary: 6/11/12

[Sparklette 381]

Oh wow, that sounds terrible, . I had to reschedule my consultation I ended up having to work. So it is rescheduled for next week.

[graceann0888 145]

So excited for you! I am 24 and having the surgery June 19th! I have been trying to do it for a few years but my insurance companies would never cover it. I'm blessed to have finally finished college and have started my career so I can pay for it now. My highest weight was 340, I lost down to 255 over the last 3 years by dieting. I am using surgical specialist of Mississippi, Dr. Baulder.

[Sparklette 381]

Congratulations! This surgery is by far the best decision I've ever made. I look back at this post, from almost a year ago, and I'm shocked to see how much my life has changed.

Since this post, I've gotten out of a horrible relationship, became closer to my parents, Weeded out an enormous amount of toxic people from my life. Gone through thousands of hoops, gone back to school, and now it's 7 weeks, and four days since my surgery. I'm down 54 pounds, all of my GERD symptoms are gone, and I'm slowly gaining my life back.

It's a long journey, but it's definitely worth it.

[Lisa R 39]

Sparklette,

Tell me it gets better. One week post op. Tired, dizzy, zero energy, in full ketosis, sleep a lot, bloated, heavy stomach, no desire to eat or drink. I feel averse to food, no hunger or head hunger at all. I force fluids and shakes, but haven't met my goals because I just can't yet. Everything tastes terrible because of this ugly taste in my mouth. I burp constantly and the gas keeps building right back up. Low grade fever. I went back to doc he says all is well. This isn't living right now. Give me some hope to shoot for, please.

[Sparklette 381]

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Tell me it gets better. One week post op. Tired, dizzy, zero energy, in full ketosis, sleep a lot, bloated, heavy stomach, no desire to eat or drink. I feel averse to food, no hunger or head hunger at all. I force fluids and shakes, but haven't met my goals because I just can't yet. Everything tastes terrible because of this ugly taste in my mouth. I burp constantly and the gas keeps building right back up. Low grade fever. I went back to doc he says all is well. This isn't living right now. Give me some hope to shoot for, please.[/quote']

There is a reason the first couple weeks are called hell weeks.

It will get better. Just drink your Water amd walk. It will help get the gas moving. Gas ex was my life saver. Try different types of Protein. And brush your teeth 3x a day it helps with the dragon breath

Dont forget your Vitamins. I didnt take them for a couple of weeks. When I started them again I felt a lot better.

Just keep your head up, love, it is going to be well worth it.

[berniec 166]

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Tell me it gets better. One week post op. Tired, dizzy, zero energy, in full ketosis, sleep a lot, bloated, heavy stomach, no desire to eat or drink. I feel averse to food, no hunger or head hunger at all. I force fluids and shakes, but haven't met my goals because I just can't yet. Everything tastes terrible because of this ugly taste in my mouth. I burp constantly and the gas keeps building right back up. Low grade fever. I went back to doc he says all is well. This isn't living right now. Give me some hope to shoot for, please.[/quote']

I promise you it does get better. The first couple of weeks are rough. I'm glad your forcing fluids. You don't want to get dehydrated. Try some ice chips or sugar free Popsicles. I wish you the best.

[Lisa R 39]

Thanks. Today was better. I got a variety of cream Soups and tried different shakes. I also got all Vitamins and supplements in. Praying that each day makes me feel more normal. I'm not in pain anymore, I just feel 'off' in my head, dizzy, and weak most of all. Losing a pound a day.

[paigelarson89 19]

I'm 23 and got everything done just waiting for everything to get sent to the surgeons office so they can send it into insurance