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[Shayisready 11]

Hi eveyone I am new and don't really know the ins and outs of the app yet but wanted to introduce myself. My name is Misty I will be 29 on November 22nd. I am in the beginning phases of this and am scheduled for my first appt with Dr. T.C. Lackey in Sebring, FL January 2nd. (I am a truck driver and its hard to get home during the holiday's that's why I am waiting til then) My highest weight was 526 and my current weight is 472. I am so tired of being miserable and sick all the time. I have lymphedema in both lower extrimities, obstructive sleep apnea, pcos and, insulin resistance. I am so afraid that if I don't get this weight off of me I will DIE. I have always struggled with my weight since I was in about 3rd grade. Anyway I really welcome any and all info, encouragement and, friendship!

Misty Shay

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[KristenLe 5,979]

@@Shayisready Welcome Misty! Best thing you can do is find out what your insurance requires for approval. At your BMI - they will probably not require you to do a supervised diet but check to be sure as that can often delay the process. Hope all goes well with your journey!

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Welcome!

[Shayisready 11]

Is there a group or thread for people over 400 lbs or a bmi of 73 or higher?

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[KristenLe 5,979]

@@Shayisready There is but I'm getting an error trying to get to it for the link. @@Inner Surfer Girl has lost over 220 lbs and is a great resource!!!

[Shayisready 11]

Oh wow that is amazing! After surgery? I really woul love to lose 150-200 lbs before I'm 30 but any loss would be better than none

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[*susan* 1,709]

Hi Misty, and welcome! I am so excited for you, and am confident you are going to do well. You will love the support you get and friendships you make here.

[pammcat 47]

WELCOME MISTY I TOO AM NEW TO THIS MY SLEEVE SURGERY IS FOR NOV 9 NERVOUS AND EXCITED I COMMEND YOU FOR GOING FORWARD WE ALL SHARE A KINSHIP AND CAN HELP EACH OTHER THROUGH OUR NEW JOURNEY I'M HERE IF YOU NEED TO TALK

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[Shayisready 11]

WELCOME MISTY I TOO AM NEW TO THIS MY SLEEVE SURGERY IS FOR NOV 9 NERVOUS AND EXCITED I COMMEND YOU FOR GOING FORWARD WE ALL SHARE A KINSHIP AND CAN HELP EACH OTHER THROUGH OUR NEW JOURNEY I'M HERE IF YOU NEED TO TALK

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Oh my goodness so close I wish I was getting my that soon. And same to you if you would like to talk. Best of luck with your surgery.

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[pammcat 47]

YOU WILL BE THERE IN NO TIME JUST STAY POSITIVE IN YOUR THINKING THANKS

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