Today I had my consultation with the Bariatric Surgeon. I was excited until the moment I left work and drove towards the doctor's office, then I got nervous. (butterflies and all!) I arrived and walked towards the entrance of the office and saw someone I knew. (The office is located at an Orthopaedic Office) I, then, felt embarrassed. She asked if I was hurt and was that why I was there. I just said no, I'm fine and went on about my way. LOTS OF EMOTIONS!
No sooner than I sat in the waiting room I was called to the back. I was weighed (heavy sigh) height measured, and blood pressure taken. I was explained all the hoops I have to jump through.... such as talking to a Nutritionist, a Psychologist, having a sleep study, and meeting with a doctor who will monitor my weight and help guide me to a healthier eating habit and style of living.
My Surgeon was amazing! He was friendly and talkative. He wanted to know why I wanted this procedure and he talked to me about the side effects and ways it will change my life. Today was also my first appointment for weight monitoring so I have five months to get all tests completed and submitted to my insurance company before surgery is scheduled.
My husband went with me today. He is nervous about me going through surgery, so he had questions. We talked to our children about the surgery and then I decided it was time to tell the first person (outside of this house) and I called my dad.
He thinks it is a big decision but is fully supportive of it.
Im on my way to thinner, happier, healthier ME!!!!
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Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Why I Don't Want Lapband Surgury for Weight Loss
I am no doctor and I do not know everything about weight loss surgeries. If you need information about these procedures, consult a specialist! I am, however, sharing what I have learned from my research (and may or may not be right about everything I say. I hope what what I'm sharing is correct but keep in mind, I'm no doctor) I have gathered my information from various medical websites online.
When I first thought about weight loss surgery, I was interested in the Lapband. Mostly because I might not need to lose as much weight as many do and because it seemed less invasive and shorter recovery time. (I have since decided against Lapband)
What is Lapband?
A port is affixed under your skin in the abdomen for easy access. Then, a band filled with a saline solution is placed around the upper part of the stomach. Doctors gain access tthrough the port to add or reduce the amount of saline in the band. The idea is to lessen the amount of food that can be taken in and to create a feeling of fullness. Recovery time is about 2 weeks for full recover and may be done as an outpatient service or needing only up to a 24 hour stay at a medical facility.
Some disadvantages are that weight loss takes longer, there is a foreign object/medical device placed inside your body, the port can leak and need minor surgery and the band can slip. I know two people who have gotten Lapband surgery and one nearly died when his slipped and rubbed a hole in the stomach causing infection etc... The other person lost some weight and couldn't lose anymore, That person ended up having the gastric Bypass later.
This may be the right decision for some but I don't think Lapband is for me. Id rather not have a foreign device inside me and face the possibility of erosion or slipping. I also want faster and permanent results.
When I first thought about weight loss surgery, I was interested in the Lapband. Mostly because I might not need to lose as much weight as many do and because it seemed less invasive and shorter recovery time. (I have since decided against Lapband)
What is Lapband?
A port is affixed under your skin in the abdomen for easy access. Then, a band filled with a saline solution is placed around the upper part of the stomach. Doctors gain access tthrough the port to add or reduce the amount of saline in the band. The idea is to lessen the amount of food that can be taken in and to create a feeling of fullness. Recovery time is about 2 weeks for full recover and may be done as an outpatient service or needing only up to a 24 hour stay at a medical facility.
Some disadvantages are that weight loss takes longer, there is a foreign object/medical device placed inside your body, the port can leak and need minor surgery and the band can slip. I know two people who have gotten Lapband surgery and one nearly died when his slipped and rubbed a hole in the stomach causing infection etc... The other person lost some weight and couldn't lose anymore, That person ended up having the gastric Bypass later.
This may be the right decision for some but I don't think Lapband is for me. Id rather not have a foreign device inside me and face the possibility of erosion or slipping. I also want faster and permanent results.
Monday, March 30, 2015
Im back!
Im wondering if I have any readers who will find me on this blog again? If you are there, let me know! I had been thinking about blogging again but then my computer crashed. I recently got another one and have a lot going on in life and in my little brain and writing often helps me. So here I am, Im back!
For 22 years now I have lived my life for my kids. I have spent every hour and moment on them and many times have overlooked myself. I think its time to put a little effort on "me" I have gained so much weight and I feel terrible physically and emotionally. Im self conscious and over all, just dont like what I look like and how I feel. A few months back I started using MyfitnessPal. Its a great app if you stick with it! it helps you see the amount of sugar, sodium etc.. you are consuming and tells you when you consume too much. I lost a few pounds and then Valentines rolled around and there was junk food everywhere and that was that.
I hit a point today that something must be done. I feel terrible, when I gain weight my asthma kicks in. I cant breathe well, acid reflux is in full swing day and night, and Im tired all the time. I hate this!
Once again I will start working on losing weight but Im also checking in to gastric surgery. I know there are a lot of different versions out there but for now Im gathering information and Im going to visit a specialist and talk to them about me and if its right for me.
I am at my all time weight high and an emotional low.
Here goes nothing!
For 22 years now I have lived my life for my kids. I have spent every hour and moment on them and many times have overlooked myself. I think its time to put a little effort on "me" I have gained so much weight and I feel terrible physically and emotionally. Im self conscious and over all, just dont like what I look like and how I feel. A few months back I started using MyfitnessPal. Its a great app if you stick with it! it helps you see the amount of sugar, sodium etc.. you are consuming and tells you when you consume too much. I lost a few pounds and then Valentines rolled around and there was junk food everywhere and that was that.
I hit a point today that something must be done. I feel terrible, when I gain weight my asthma kicks in. I cant breathe well, acid reflux is in full swing day and night, and Im tired all the time. I hate this!
Once again I will start working on losing weight but Im also checking in to gastric surgery. I know there are a lot of different versions out there but for now Im gathering information and Im going to visit a specialist and talk to them about me and if its right for me.
I am at my all time weight high and an emotional low.
Here goes nothing!
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