Hi all!
I am 3 weeks Pre-Op. 396 lbs at just over 5'10". I have always been overweight with no real health issues but gaining 100 lbs in 2010 after the birth of my only child has begun to take it's toll on my health. In recent labs I was diagnosed with PCOS (which I have prob always had), slightly high cholesterol, high this and that, fatty liver etc. I have tried WW several times and don't seem to have the self control to diet and exercise to maintain my health. I decided to schedule the Sleeve at the urging of my OBGYN (who had a successful VSG) to lose at least 100 lbs and try for another baby in 2 years. I realize this will be a lifestyle change and the Sleeve is just a tool that will make me do it. I want to eat right and exercise and I have begun taking necessary steps to set myself up for success post-op. Today I saw a dietician. My goal is to begin to have a plan to make sure I am getting all necessary nutrients post-op for the best possible outcome after being sleeved. I want to lose the weight to be healthy not skinny. She basically told me that I was too young and hadn't tried enough to do it the right way. I am self pay and asked to be referred to a dietitian and a therapist because I know these professionals can help me with this process. Most people covered by insurance are required to do these sessions right? I respect her professional opinion but in my head I keep hearing my OBGYN saying, "Lots of people do not take off over 100 lbs in a year and keep it off long term. That is why the show Biggest Loser is so popular because it doesn't happen everyday." I don't want to waste anymore of my life wondering if I will ever have the self control to do it "the right way". I know with the sleeve I will have no choice.
Am I crazy for thinking this way? I see so many VICTORY stories and pics from people just like me and I want to be on that loser's bench too! Do you regret your decision?
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