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Don't give up, it's a long journey but VERY well worth it. Welcome to the right place where everybody supports each other.

SW:305

CW:212

Sleeved 01.30.17

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6 hours ago, lovemylab13 said:

just started this journey.

@lovemylab13

welcome, welcome, welcome

hi Deb

you say you are shy?

you jumped right into the board feet first

not bad for a newbie.:rolleyes:

most OP are scared, excited etc as they are

starting WLS. you are no different.

like you said, there is a lot of support and

info here on the board. read, read learn as

much as you can. KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!!

since you asked - i am doing great, 5+ years

PO - 105 lbs GOAL!! healthy and happy camper!

what WLS are you having done?

lap band, sleeve, gastric bypass or other?

enjoy jumping through the hoops of ins!!

good luck

kathy

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Hello. I had sleeve on May 31. So glad I did. I'm feeling great and alot more active. I've had 3 people at work approach me with questions saying they've considered the surgery but didn't know anyone who went through it. I'm glad I did.

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Hi. I am scheduled for November 2. I was looking for a weight loss clinic and bumped into this. It cost about the same and is permanent. I can’t wait.


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I am going to Mexico for surgery and I am not sure what to pack.

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What should I pack?

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Hey all. I have a surgery date of Jan 18. I just recently lost my job. I have insurance thru my severance until March. I'm worried about follow up appts and and also not having a nutritionist. Kinda worried. I also don't have a support system, except everyone on here (thank goodness). I was wondering if I should wait to have the surgery later. I am having sleeve done. I'm 56, 5'3" 212 with HB,cholesterol, gerd, mild sleep apnea, arthritis. I also have hashimotos. I am to start the pre op diet tomorrow. I could use some input. TIA

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Sorry to hear that! Usually you don’t have to pay for follow up appts related to the surgery. Those are covered in the cost of the surgery. So that’s one less thing to worry about.

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Sorry to hear that! Usually you don’t have to pay for follow up appts related to the surgery. Those are covered in the cost of the surgery. So that’s one less thing to worry about.

Thank you. I appreciate the info [emoji4]

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Get the surgery sooner than later. It will help with your health and that in itself should be a prime motivator.

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