Becca125 21 Posted December 22, 2016 Hi my name is Rebecca and I'm on my way to a healthier life! So I am a 46 year old mother of 4 grown children (amazing children ) I have suffered from bipolar depression, ptsd, anxiety with panic attacks, and borderline personality for many years. As a result I have been on numerous medications that have caused me to gain significant weight, as well as having used food as my "comfort" food... That was the beginning of a life long struggle with weight. This past two years I have had a stroke and a mini stroke, my left knee has been totally replaced twice and is still very unstable so exercise is virtually impossible and my weight reached an all time high of 383lbs! In August I decided to take control and regain my life back.. Starting in September I met with the Bariatric team and have since lost 34bs 4oz and now have a surgery date for January 25th ...I must admit that as excited as I am about my new healthier lifestyle I am also very very nervous and constantly anxious about the "unknown". I have sleep apnea, high blood pressure, Fibromyalgia, and other health issues that can only be improved with the gastric bypass so I have weighed the pros and cons of it all and feel this may be my last chance of ever getting back to the "healthy Rebecca" that I need to be for myself, my husband, my children, and my precious grandson. Sent from my 6045O using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cdeisroth 420 Posted December 22, 2016 Best of luck to you on your journey! It will be one of the best decisions you ever make! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpiritedOne 35 Posted December 22, 2016 It's a big step but you will do great! Stay positive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Becca125 21 Posted December 22, 2016 Thank you . ..support is just what I need the most right now! Becca Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deirdredove 9 Posted December 22, 2016 You've got so many benefits coming your way.. congratulations! Sent from my SCH-I545 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nanat64 36 Posted December 22, 2016 Congratulations Sent from my SM-G935P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shedo82773 1,236 Posted December 23, 2016 Hi I am a RNYer. I also have Fibromylgia, Osteo arthritis and possible RA. I can say with all truths my WLS has helped me so much. It will never go totally away but MAN O MIGHTY I feel so much better. I was on Insulin and diabetic meds before. I take 0 now. I was on 12 different medications now I take 4 plus my Vitamins. I am able to exercise now. I walk 3 to 4 miles 4 to 5 days a week. You are going to feel so great!!! Good Luck!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deb2571 70 Posted December 23, 2016 I had my Rny 4 months ago at 44 yrs of age my hw.290 sw.281 cw.207. I had high blood pressure, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis in my knees, acid reflux. Since my surgery all those health issues have resolved or greatly improved. You will do just fine. You will be amazed how quickly you will feel better. It has been the best gift I could have ever given myself. Good luck to you! It will definitely be a happy new year for you! Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Becca125 21 Posted December 23, 2016 I had my Rny 4 months ago at 44 yrs of age my hw.290 sw.281 cw.207. I had high blood pressure, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis in my knees, acid reflux. Since my surgery all those health issues have resolved or greatly improved. You will do just fine. You will be amazed how quickly you will feel better. It has been the best gift I could have ever given myself. Good luck to you! It will definitely be a happy new year for you! Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App Thank you so much.. I know in my heart this is what I need to do and I have had so much positive feed back on how well others have done it's very reassuring and helpful to me. One day at a time for now that's how I'm dealing with it .. The future will be what it's meant to be and I believe it's got many wonderful things in store for me if I work hard at it Sent from my 6045O using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
abaker04 22 Posted January 20, 2017 Hi I am a RNYer. I also have Fibromylgia, Osteo arthritis and possible RA. I can say with all truths my WLS has helped me so much. It will never go totally away but MAN O MIGHTY I feel so much better. I was on Insulin and diabetic meds before. I take 0 now. I was on 12 different medications now I take 4 plus my Vitamins. I am able to exercise now. I walk 3 to 4 miles 4 to 5 days a week. You are going to feel so great!!! Good Luck!!This sounds promising to me. I have Osteoarthritis, Fibromyalgia, and high blood pressure. I also have a ruptured disc. A few years ago I saw a surgeon and he said that if I dropped some weight my life would improve greatly. I hate having to take meds. My ultimate goal is to have a better quality of life for myself, my 4 kids, and hubby. I know that it's not a cure all for everything but from what I have heard alot of people with the same issues have a much better quality now overall with weightloss. I got the the point where I asked myself...I'm 33 years old and I feel like this. What will I feel like at 43 at this rate?!" ~Ashley~ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
