ElleBW
ElleBW wrote a blog post 14 years, 7 months ago
Pre Op testing has begun... - Friday I went to the hospital and did my pre-op testing. Everything looked fine. I was very happy not to have any sludge in my gallbladder. After, I met with the nutrionist who was...
ElleBW wrote a blog post 14 years, 8 months ago
Very anxious - I had my second appointment at the clinic. At least I've lost a few pounds, how I don't know. Now I go for more tests: heart, lungs, psych and nutrionist THEN I'll get a surgery da...
ElleBW wrote a blog post 14 years, 8 months ago
Now it feels real - Going in for my endoscopy tomorrow. I still don't even know if my doctor has approved me for the surgery and am worried that I won't be able to pass the psych requirements... ha ha...
ElleBW wrote a blog post 14 years, 8 months ago
Forced positivity - I was told by my doctor that I would need to lose at least 10% of my weight before surgery. I wrote a post in the forum and was feeling better after, but still had a hard time gett...
ElleBW posted a discussion topic 14 years, 8 months ago
Another diet??? Feeling discouraged - So, I had my first appointment today; basically a medical history thing and scheduling my endoscopy. During the appointment the nurse told me the doctor likes his patients to lose ...
ElleBW posted a comment 14 years, 8 months ago
Congrats! That's wonderful news!!! I am very happy for you.
ElleBW wrote a blog post 14 years, 8 months ago
Now I know - I've been struggling the past few days wondering if I made the right choice to move ahead with my plans for surgery. Yesterday I had an anxiety attack after hearing that my closest...
ElleBW posted a discussion topic 14 years, 8 months ago
Any Medicare w/o comorbidities out there??? - The woman at the orientation meeting said as long as my BMI was up there Medicare would overlook the other requirements. I called Medicare and they said they wouldn't. I'm confused...
ElleBW posted a discussion topic 14 years, 9 months ago
I hate reality TV - I thought I had made my mind up about having WLS and have my first appointment set for next week. However, after hearing from a close friend who thinks it's too extreme then watchi...
ElleBW posted a discussion topic 14 years, 9 months ago
Major second thoughts... - When I signed up here I was totally ready and anxious to get a surgery date set asap.... I knew this was the answer. Now, after reading so many posts and seeing so many potential p...
ElleBW posted a comment 14 years, 9 months ago
Wow- you have got drive! Keep up the good work!
Elle
ElleBW posted a discussion topic 14 years, 9 months ago
Preparing for the rollercoaster - As I have read, the time post op can be filled with lots of emotions and/or depression. I'm making a plan to have different friends/family call and check in on me but not knowing h...
ElleBW posted a discussion topic 14 years, 9 months ago
What does the smell of food do to you now? - I'm worried that after one whiff of something I'll go back to craving it. Can someone address how smells affects you and if you still crave certain foods??? As well, any PMS cravin...
ElleBW posted a discussion topic 14 years, 9 months ago
Problems as the years go by? - I am on the verge of having RYG and have concerns. One is, how are people doing after having the surgery for 10 years or more? Gallbladder problems or vitamin/mineral defs? I would...
About Me
WA
Location
30.4
BMI
Surgery
10/18/2011
Surgery Date
Jul 15, 2011
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