Lisa L.

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I officially have a surgery date! May 27, 2014! I seriously can't believe it. Seems like I have been waiting for this day forever. I'm so nervous, scared, anxious, and excited!

Hello, everyone! Not sure if anyone is even reading this, but I figured I'd post a little update, since it's been awhile since I've posted anything. I have definitely gotten the ball rolling with this whole pre-op process. I have done all of the required medical testing (EKG, blood work, abdominal ultrasound, chest x-ray, pulmonary functioning test, etc.), and was alarmed to find that I have gallstones. They have been slightly bothersome lately, so it has been recommended to me that I get my gallbladder removed at the same time I have WLS. I also have to meet with a cardiologist, since I have a rapid heart rate, and no one knows why. Scary? Uh, yup! Also, I have started taking a multivitamin, calcium, and omega-3 vitamins, as recommended by my doctor. Right now, I have most things done that need to be. I have a behavior modification class on January 22nd, 2013, and a mental health evaluation on February 11th, 2013. I'm just so anxious to have this surgery!

This is my first post. A little about myself: My name is Lisa! I'm 20 years old, and a mommy of one boy! I have struggled with my weight my whole life. I have always been the "big girl" in my group of friends and in the crowd. After having my son in July 2012, everything really changed for me. Not only did I have a new baby and a new life, I realized that I seriously needed to do something about my weight. My weight just seems to always keep climbing, no matter the effort I put forth. Until now, I never really considered having weight loss surgery. I did a lot of research recently, and found that it actually may be a great option for me. No, I do not currently have any major health issues (besides my weight, of course), but I feel I truly NEED to do this; not only for myself, but for my son. I need to set an example for him, and be as healthy as I want him to be. I finally went to my primary doctor and discussed my concerns with her. She referred me to Saranac Lake, NY, and I FINALLY got the call to set up an appointment! It doesn't seem like a big deal to most people, but to me, it's one step closer to the start of a new, much healthier life! My appointment is October 23rd, 2012, and it cannot come soon enough!