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Monday, April 9, 2012

Revision to Sleeve....Wow, it's happening so fast

On Tuesday I met with my surgeon and today I got confirmation that my insurance approved the revision surgery for late next week.

Wow... it is happening so fast. I am kind of nervous now and I hope it's the right decision. There are so many more Pros to have the revision but still... it's the "not knowing what it will be like" part that makes me nervous.

Unfortunately I gained 10 lbs during the last couple of weeks since I got that big unfill (plus the 5 lbs that I previously gained). It's a little frustrating and I truly hope that the sleeve will work as good for me as it worked for all the other people. I guess that is one of my biggest fears, that I won't be losing.

I am kind of excited, happy, and nervous all at the same time.

During the next couple of days I will need to get the medical clearance and start with the pre-op diet. I wasn't expecting it to happen so fast because it took forever to get a lap-band surgery date back in 2009.

Please cross your fingers for me that all goes well. *thankyou*

Love and Hugs,

S.

11 comments:

  1. Oh I just KNOW you'll do great. Look how wonderful you did with the LB! From what I've seen, I think it's easier to be successful with the sleeve (by that I mean it's less finicky than the band). You're not even all that far from your goal. I think you'll meet it super quick. It took me 7 months to lose 40 pounds. which I kinda thought was a long time while I was losing but....now that I'm "here" I think I can lose more when my pregnancy is over.

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  2. After my lapband was removed in Dec. 2010 I re-gained weight quicky - from 140 to 216 in 7 months. Yikes! But in July 2011 I had gastric bypass and it has proven to be a perfect decision for me. I'm back down to 141 and feel great. I'll be sending good wishes to you for a quick recovery and successful results - you'll do great.

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  3. Good luck- I will keep you in my thoughts.

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  4. I'm glad that things are moving along. I have heard good things from others with the sleeve. You are so close to your goal; you will be there before you know it! Keep us posted!

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  5. Oh wow. I'm behind on your blog, so just read about the conversion. Hope all goes well!!!

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  6. How exciting for you. I had my band removed in October and haven't decided if I want to try for the sleeve yet. It is scary and I understand what you are experiencing. I wish you all the best and plan to follow your journey to goal.

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  7. very cool! It is so very exciting.

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  8. Hi there! New follower, but I see all my friends are here already so I feel right at home. Wanted to wish you well for your surgery on Friday. I'll be thinking of you. Looking forward to following your progress and experience with the sleeve. Everyone I know that has converted is extremely happy with their decision.

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  9. I HAD LAPBAND AND I LOST FROM 420 TO 287 THAN I GAINED TO 341 I CHANGED TO THE SLEEVE AND MY WIGHT IS NOW 272

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