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New to this world!

leftyrea

Newbie
Surgery
gastric bypass
Date
na
Start Weight
274 lbs
Goal Weight
150 lbs
Currently
260.5 lbs
Progress
11%
Hey everybody! I'm pretty new to this world. just met with the surgeon today. There is so so much info to consider! I always thought I would be approved for the surgery because I didn't feel big even though my pictures showed otherwise. I didn't think I could do this. then about 2 months ago my Dr suggested the weight management offices. So, here I am. 3 appointments in, and so nervous excited, slightly scared...
Do you guys have any advice, or suggestions, or helpful info to share?
 
Become educated on your chosen procedure. Understand all the risks as well as the benefits. Become comfortable with this being a life changing event and try to stay positive and focused. Do not listen to naysayers that will try to frighten you or unsolicited advice. Your journey is and will continue to be unique to you. If you have determined that this is the best course action to optimize your health- continue to forge straight ahead. It was literally one of the best decisions I made for my life, I wish for you the same. Good luck!! :)
 
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