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[justtobreathe 3]

Hi everyone, my name is Quinn and I'm twenty two years old. I'm currently looking into having gastric bypass and have my first informational meeting this Thursday. I'm very excited/nervous about being approved, getting the surgery, ect. I was hoping for some advice/guidance along the way? My friends for the most part aren't very supportive of my choice and I could really use some positive feedback! If you have anything to help, please message me!

[DarlaRay145 4]

This is a choice that you have to make on your own. Your friends dont understand the struggle you are going through and frankly some are probably jealous. I had my surgery on 12/17 and im already down 25lbs. It is rough so far i wont lie but the long term benefits out weigh the negative by far. =)

[justtobreathe 3]

Thank you =) That's amazing how well you're doing. I can't wait to go and find more things out about the surgery

[Khuff 12]

It is your choice and yours only. It is a huge decision. I had my gastric bypass on 12/18 and am down 35 pounds. I know for me, it is going to help my health so much better. I was scared, but really worked myself up way to much. It wasn't that hard of a surgery for me. I would do it all again. Hope you get alot of info.

[justtobreathe 3]

Thanks, I'm mostly nervous about insurance and my costs, disability pay while I'm gone from work, and complications that may arise. I have two close friends that have gotten gastric bypass, I'm just worried something will go wrong. I'm hoping and praying everything goes alright because I am SO ready to be healthy!

[Nurse Jen 45]

Hi! I am 28 and had my surgery 9/25/12...I started at 364 and am now 273.9. I would be lying if I said the journey was easy but being 3 months post op I would say my life is mostly back to normal and I am enjoying my new body. I was lucky to have supportive friends but in the beginning no one really understood what I was going through and that is when I found this site. It helps to have people who know what you have been through and going through to talk to. I also do not regret having this surgery, your surgeon should go over all your stats with you so you can make an informed decision.

[txsmile100 14]

It is your choice and yours only. It is a huge decision. I had my gastric bypass on 12/18 and am down 35 pounds. I know for me' date=' it is going to help my health so much better. I was scared, but really worked myself up way to much. It wasn't that hard of a surgery for me. I would do it all again. Hope you get alot of info.[/quote']

35 lbs since 12/18?? Wow that's incredible!!! What do you use for your Protein? What have you found to work for you?

[txsmile100 14]

Thanks' date=' I'm mostly nervous about insurance and my costs, disability pay while I'm gone from work, and complications that may arise. I have two close friends that have gotten gastric bypass, I'm just worried something will go wrong. I'm hoping and praying everything goes alright because I am SO ready to be healthy![/quote']

That waiting and wondering is torture I know! I hope you get the answers and everything settled quickly!! That's great you have close friends who have gone through this as well. Complications can arise but the benefits can outweigh those risks. I wish you the best!

[CP3482 55]

My befriend didn't want me to go through with my gastric bypass, which I had 12/27 and I'm already down 6lbs! Anyway...I was surprised that she wasn't one of my biggest supporters..it actually hurt my feelings. You have to want this for you and only you! Iv

[CP3482 55]

My befriend didn't want me to go through with my gastric bypass, which I had 12/27 and I'm already down 6lbs! Anyway...I was surprised that she wasn't one of my biggest supporters..it actually hurt my feelings. You have to want this for you and only you! I've only been postoperative a few days and it's been hard as hell, but each day was better then last! I got approved right away! I started my journey 11/6 and was approved and scheduled by 12/18. It also helps with cost if you find a doctor innetwork and that does the surgery at a hospital in your network! I got lucky my deductible was only $250 ans max out of pocket was $1, 200.

If this is what you want, you'll find away!

[Khuff 12]

Txsmile, I use premade chocolate Eas. And Soups with tasteless whey. I eat alot of SF popcicles.

[Montage 87]

I am going in for my pre-op scope and checkup. On the 2nd. I made the decision to do this a few months ago. I know it's THE best decision I have and will make. I will find out my surgery date on the 2nd and get my approval done hopefully its painless.

[justtobreathe 3]

Last night was my first seminar and I'm even more excited than I was before (which I didn't think was possible). They're reviewing my insurance now to see what I need to do to qualify and I'm calling today to make my appointment to meet with the surgeon! =)

[laurelle1980 40]

Hi everyone' date=' my name is Quinn and I'm twenty two years old. I'm currently looking into having gastric bypass and have my first informational meeting this Thursday. I'm very excited/nervous about being approved, getting the surgery, ect. I was hoping for some advice/guidance along the way? My friends for the most part aren't very supportive of my choice and I could really use some positive feedback! If you have anything to help, please message me![/quote']

I had my surgery 12/12/12 and I am down 35 pounds. I didn't have very much support either. I have heart disease and had open heart surgery, my family and friends were scared for me to have this done. Everything went great and I'm so happy I did this. It's definently not easy, I have a 7 year old and 5 year old twins that I have to cook for so its hard but well worth it.

[alwayscold 1]

I had my surgery 12/10. One month ago today!! I'm down 36 lbs. But I agree do this for you, no one else. I've had only about 2 of my close friends not approve if what I was doing. The others are very supportive but I figure I'm doing this for me, to be more healthy and comfortable with who I am and although I love my friends dearly I don t need the negative feedback. I feel except me or its there loss.