searching for a healthier me

[Anthony Milsap]

Hello everyone. I'm new to the group.

 

[Raysofsunshine]

well hello Anthony welcome to group!!!!

 

[missdarmitage]

Hi Anthony, welcome! Tell us a little about yourself.

 

[RoyT]

Hi Anthony, welcome

 

[Anthony Milsap]

Hi Anthony, welcome! Tell us a little about yourself.

I am 48 years of age. I live in Mississippi. I have been dealing with obesity and other health issues for quite sometime. I have finally decided to
take do something about it.

 

[Raysofsunshine]

you will see that there are no judges among us we are all here for the same reason just different circumstances but I can tell you you will get lots of help advice support and encouragement along again @Anthony Milsap welcome to group

 

[Anthony Milsap]

Thank You.

 

[Brenda2010]

Thank You.

Hi Anthony, can I ask where you are in the process? Have you already met with a surgeon and/or decided on a type of surgery? If you have any questions or just want to vent, we're here.

 

[Anthony Milsap]

Hi Brenda2010, yes I have met with surgeon and I have chosen the Gastric Sleeve Surgery. One of the requirements is to join a weight loss support group in which I have to show proof that I've joined. I haven't figured out how to do that yet. I only have to have an EGD and one last
visit with the dietitian before I can schedule surgery.

i am excited,worried,anxious, and i'm sure as time approaches i will become afraid.

 

[honeysgirl]

Well good luck to you.
I found the closer I got to surgery, the less scared I was. I think for a lot of people it is just a matter of accepting you decision and thinking of all the god things that will come it.

 

[Brenda2010]

Hi Brenda2010, yes I have met with surgeon and I have chosen the Gastric Sleeve Surgery. One of the requirements is to join a weight loss support group in which I have to show proof that I've joined. I haven't figured out how to do that yet. I only have to have an EGD and one last
visit with the dietitian before I can schedule surgery.

i am excited,worried,anxious, and i'm sure as time approaches i will become afraid.

That's great that you're well on your way. Most people have conflicting emotions at this point. Mimi is right, once you have a surgery date, you'll probably feel more settled in your decision and at that point, focus on the positives.

Does the hospital that your surgeon works at offer a support group? A lot of them in my area do. That's probably where I'd look first.

We're here if you have any questions or just want vent about your journey.

 

[Anthony Milsap]

That's great that you're well on your way. Most people have conflicting emotions at this point. Mimi is right, once you have a surgery date, you'll probably feel more settled in your decision and at that point, focus on the positives.

Does the hospital that your surgeon works at offer a support group? A lot of them in my area do. That's probably where I'd look first.

We're here if you have any questions or just want vent about your journey.
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well since I live 6 hours away I was given the option to join an on-line support group. I was given a website, which led me here.
the dietitian told me there will be something here to print as proof of joining. I will contact her on Monday to question her again.

 

[Brenda2010]

Gotcha. Let us know if we can help.