Broke the barrier!

WOOHOO!! I'm finally under 400 pounds! I'm officially 397.2! I had my appt with my surgeon. It was kinda disappointing. He didn't really say much. It was just a followup after my six months. He wrote his letter to medicare and told me that now I wait for a call from the internist who will schedule an appointment and write his letter to medicare as well, then I wait for approval. He asked if I had any questions and I didn't. Then he said the next time he sees me it'll be because I've been approved and we can move to the next step. Then he wished me luck and we were done. Then I get home and get a call from my family doctor telling me I have low thyroid, whatever that means. I see her thursday. *sigh* it's always something.

*standing ovation* Way to go my friend. Keep plugging away. All good thigs come to those who wait. lol Keep up the great work. I know how hard it is. Hugs - Carolyn

Hi Jay - see Sarah underneath you *don't jump up and hit the cieling* I mean under your email message. Email her and ask her about details of post surgery. She is married with a couple of kids so she'll know!! Hugs - Carolyn

Hey Jay... I'm 8 days post op from lap gastric bypass...the wait is terrrible...but I was very lucky...my medical conditions kind of fast tracked me..I didn't do the whole diet obesity clinic with Dr. B... if you have any questions let me know...

Hey, Jay, that's excellent! Under the 400 mark! Meh, don't worry about Dr. B not saying much--he doesn't say much to me either. He's a good surgeon and that's what counts. I hope you hear soon about the approval and then get that date for your surgery. You are fortunate that this surgery exists for you at such a young age and can get this taken care of now! It is SOOOOO worth it. I was banded in July/06 and so far, I feel terrific--losing weight, feeling better, gaining confidence...I wish the surgery was available here when I was your age! ~Deb

8 days post-op and down 14lbs....oh and I'm only 25 yrs old and had the surgery