remember me? an update

Here's what happened to me:  First, I decided the RNY was not for me and was considering the DS.  In my research, I went to this website :  http://gastricbypass.netfirms.com/index.html 

AND ABSOLUTELY FREAKED.  I told my children and husband I was no longer considering WLS.  But... but.. I keep coming back to the forums.

I am doing some more research.  Next week, I go to my PCP.  He has been supportive of my talk about getting WLS, but I'm not sure how he knows about the DS, so I am taking two research papers with me.  I want to see what he says about this.

In the meantime, I am actually trying NOT to diet.  I am so f'ing sick of diets.  But, I have joined the YWCA and am hoping I can enjoy working out, which I am, so far.  Before, I would link diet and exercise, and when I didn't lose enough weight fast enough, I would quit both. 

So, I am still here.  I suppose everybody gets the sh*t scared out of them at one point or another when they're researching.  I'm going to relax and let this idea form fully in my mind so that if and when it happens, I'm mentally ready.

nancy s.

Nancy,

I'm glad you checked in, I was wondering what had been going on with you but I've not been on much lately myself.  Anyway, I'm glad you're doing your research and I agree that we all have a bit of freak out when we look at all that stuff.  I hope everything goes well for you!  I know you decided not to have RNY but I just have to say I still love my RNY 6 years later!  It worked for me, but it's definately not for everyone!  Keep up the good work at the Y and keep us posted please!!!  Even if you decide against WLS you still have friends on here.... 

Nancy -

So glad to hear from you - I had wondered what you were up to....  You know there are many different opinions about WLS - it has to *feel* right to you.  I don't have time to read the article right now - I am getting ready to go to Curves and then to work, but I will look at it tomorrow...

Enjoy the Y - I know what you mean about diet and exercise - my thinking is that this the lifestyle I am choosing.  I am going to water aerobics 2-3 times a week and to Curves 2-3 times and week and hitting my treadmill and mini cycle as often as I can at home....

Take care, and don't be such a stranger....

Shelia

Hi Nancy,
Glad to see you posting.
It is good you are researching all types of wls and I agree you really should be mentally prepared before taking the leap.
Good lucky with exercising I know it helps me in so many way not just weight loss but with depression and feeling good.
                                                     Annie

Hey Nancy:

It is normal to get freaked out over some of the stuff your read.  For me I knew I would be in an early grave if not for WLS so I took my chances and have not regretted it for a minute.   My comorbitites were going to kill me...i had high bp 140/90 while on meds, high cholesterol and GERD.   7 months after surgery my bp is around 111 over 66 and cholesterol is 175.  I also have tons of energy even though i still have 72 more lbs to go.

It is a very personal choice and only one you can make.  Do know that we are here for you regardless of your decision.

Take care and God Bless,

Pam

Hi Nancy,

I'm glad to see you and absolutely understand and appreciate where you are coming from. As others have said, this is an intensely personal decision that should be well researched and informed ... and you are right, some of what you read is enough to scare the ever-loving pants right off of you. But then I looked at the statistics associated with doing nothing and that scared me more ... as did watching the reality of what was happening to my mother, who is only 20 years my senior. I just couldn't stand by and watch it happen to me too.

I think it's great that you are going to your Dr's office armed with information and questions. I wish more people did that. I do believe that when and if you decide on a WLS solution, you will feel 'at peace' with the decision you make because of the steps you are taking now. Whatever you decide, any form of WLS or not, I wish you only the best.

Please stay in touch and let us know how you are doing and what you find as you explore the possibilities.

All the best,

Barb

Nancy,  It's good to "see" you.  I'm so glad you are enjoying your workouts at the YWCA.  I have been researching what are the keys to successful weight loss WITHOUT surgery (webmd, mayoclinic, etc.) and one of the biggies is:  "EXERCISE!"  (This ensures WLS success too!)  

Good luck with your visit to your PCP next week and with the research that you are continuing to do regarding WLS.  All I want is for you to have peace about whatever you decide because you, my dear, deserve it!  {{{Hugs!}}}