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Going to my primary care Dr on Thursday to discuss the sleeve, what are some of the most important questions you felt you missed asking when you began your journey?

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I feel I didn't ask enough, it was "I'm prediabetic and done trying on my own, I'm having wls". I wish I would've asked more, but my mind was made up. Good luck

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My mind is made up, 5 shots a day diabetic...lol...

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If you think your primary care doctor may not be on board with WLS, I would be prepared to debate the merits of the surgery and that you've failed to lose out yourself for x number of years. There is still a stigma.

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I think if he is against it, I will seek out a bariatric center, and continue my journey.

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