Still Researching
Hi everyone!
I am still researching WLS. I have my first consultation appointment on May 16 for the gastric bypass. I am leaning towards this, but my hubby really would like me to do the lap band.
I am just really excited about starting the initial process. I have a couple of friends that have had the gastric bypass, but I do not know anyone that has had the lap band done. My one friend had a really hard time and threw up all the time; my other friend did not have a lot of problems, but was very strict at following "all" the instruction and counseling she was given.
One of my biggest fears is how am I and my body going to react to not eating. I am scarred that mentally I won't be able to do it. I am trying to remind myself that I need to get healthy. I have been over weight since I was about 19 years, so for 20 years. I have high blood pressure, on the border for high cholestrol and possibly pre-diabetic.
Another fear I have is making sure I truly have the support of my husband. He married me at this weight and it is what he is attracted to. He does not like skinny girls, which is totally opposite of most men.  I want to make sure I am still attractive to him when I loose the weight.
I look forward to reading more on this forum and love it so far. There are many success stories out here and I hope to be that success story at this time next year.
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Lap - RNY
5/16/08 - Initial Consultation/Approved for Surgery
5/29/08 - Overview w/nurse
6/11/08 - 1st class of 8 week Ship Shape class
6/11/08 - Health Fitness Assessment
6/13/08 - 1st Psychiatrist Appt
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