I am so ready!

[lobe22 18]

After some minor issues with insurance, I was finally approved for the Vertical Gastric Sleeve! Initially, I was thinking of doing the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass......but I ultimately decided that I didn't want to deal with malabsorption issues with medications, etc. Also, I am liking the fact that GVS takes away ghrelin, that hunger hormone. My surgery is scheduled for July 13 and I have decided that I am going to start easing my way into the liquid diet that I will have go on 10 days prior to surgery. With a BMI of 37 and type 2 diabetes, I knew that having this surgery would be the thing for me. I am so tired of being out of breath from the slightest exertion, getting out of bed and barely able to walk because my feet hurt so much, etc. This forum has been a wonderful source of information for me! I love reading the success the stories, the issues that may come up and tips for dealing with them and the outstanding support. I am 5'6 and my current weight is 231---I am hoping to drop 10 pounds in the next month before my surgery.

[Valentina 2,642]

Welcome to the Group!

I look forward to watching your progress and your WLS journey.

WLS is truly life changing.

Hang on! Enjoy the ride!

Wishing nothing but the most joyful journey for you, Friend.

[MNovalis 93]

Hi! I chose the sleeve for the same reasons you did. I am (hopefully) only about 6 weeks out from surgery. And I am READY! Best of luck to you!

[justhere4theshow 462]

Congratulations on your approval! The ball is officially rolling now; you're on your way! Best wishes to you!

[lobe22 18]

Thank you so much! So many people on here have inspired me!

[lobe22 18]

Hi! I chose the sleeve for the same reasons you did. I am (hopefully) only about 6 weeks out from surgery. And I am READY! Best of luck to you!

Best of luck to you, as well!

[lobe22 18]

Welcome to the Group!

I look forward to watching your progress and your WLS journey.

WLS is truly life changing.

Hang on! Enjoy the ride!

Wishing nothing but the most joyful journey for you, Friend.

Thank you---I am looking forward to the ride!

[lobe22 18]

Congratulations on your approval! The ball is officially rolling now; you're on your way! Best wishes to you!

Thank you so much! So many people on here have inspired me!