Re: Intro letter from a newbie. Hi There!!!!

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Anne, I was 65 when I had my surgery, which was almost 3 years ago. Next

month I am going back and Dr. K is going to fix a small hernia, do a TT and

panni removal for me. So you are still young. Go for it!! It only gets better. I

know.

Pearl

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I am doing GREAT!!!!!

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> Anne, I was 65 when I had my surgery.....

Well Pearl, How is your bone mass? Labs and all? I know this is

repeated question...but I am getting older and I need what bones I have

left.

Anne

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Anne

Welcome to our little corner of the world.

Does Dr. K have complications? OF COURSE! EVERY surgery and EVERY

surgeon has a complication rate. That is normal and too be

expected. There is a certain percentage of patients that just have a

bit harder time healing. Being morbidly obese brings to the table a

higher potential of having complications. Having said that....Rest

Easy...Dr. K has a LOW complication rate and an EXCELLENT history of

dealing with the complications that do occur. Believe me, that is

the " True " question...How well does Dr. K deal with Complications?

The answer is: EXCELLENT.

Your other question, Does people reach a normal BMI. I did. Many

others do....but many don't. It depends on so many variables. One

thing I want you to understand. A " normal " BMI isn't really your

goal. Improving your health and improving your BMI is your goal.

Plus you need to understand what is considered a normal " healthy " BMI

for a weight loss patient is higher than the general non-wls

population. A BMI between 19-25 is considered desirable for the non-

wls population because it has been shown to extend life in that

range. However, with the WLS patient a BMI in the 30's gain the same

life expectancy as non-wls patient with a bmi in the 20's.

Don't set yourself up for some expectancy of " normal " . Set your

goals on the basis of Life and Health " improvement " anything above

that is just Bonus!

Hugs

Jo

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> Anne

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> Welcome to our little corner of the world.

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Well I guess having been through WLS twice already with miserable

failures I just want something good to happen. I envy all the young

folks in this group that have lost weight and have full exciting

lives ahead of them. At this point I just want to avoid the health

risks of carrying this weight around. Is there anybody in this group

from out of state? I am a bit nervous about traveling anywhere for

any reason.....let alone for surgery. What is it like to wear a

feeding tube around for 6 weeks. Sheeeesh.....makes me nervous to

think about it. That is not to say I dont appreciate the

precaution....just what is it like? Does it stick out of your

clothes a foot long? Is it the size of a garden hose....lol...just

curious.

Anne

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> Well I guess having been through WLS twice already with miserable

> failures I just want something good to happen.

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Anne

I understand your fears. I can't even imagine the courage it takes

to keep on trying to find an answer to Obesity after two surgical

failures. I ADMIRE your tenacity, your courage...YOU GO GIRL!

Mel is the gal you want to talk to here. She has had three

Weightloss surgeries. Starting with a band, then the RNY, then the

DS. She had the feeding tube. She did experience a leak...scary, it

sucked, but it was just a bump in the road. She also had to travel.

So SHE is your gal to talk to. You have to check her out...she

didn't get " skinny " she weighs around the 200 pound mark and she is

tall...but she did get to a place where she looks healthy and

beautiful! Skinny would not have been a good place for her to land.

Check out her pictures and I think you will agree with me. Her photo

album is called:

from Al and family

You can also read a bit about Mel at:

http://hometown.aol.com/mdl1031/myhomepage/profile.html

I guess I should shut up and let Mel speak for herself...but if Mel

is busy and misses your post...lol...just Nag!

Hugs

Jo

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Anne,

My bmi was around 49 before surgery. I weighed 250 at

5'2. I got down to a bmi of 25 and rebounded 10

pounds so my current bmi is about 27. I weigh 155 now

at 3 years post-op. I feel good, although I deal with

fatigue because my iron levels are low. Getting that

taken care of. I did have some complications after

surgery, mostly to do with my diabetes. I was very

happy that I was in the hands of a competent dr. I

cannot say enough good stuff about Dr. K. He knows

his stuff. The care I have received after surgery has

been wonderful. I feel that if I do have issues in

the future, I am in good hands. This peace of mind

for me is priceless. Take care.

--- RoseBerryFarms@... wrote:

> Hi my name is Anne. I think I have the perfect doc

> in Keshishian to do my

> revision from two staple jobs (one of which was the

> vbg.0 I talked to Marilyn

> (in his office) on the phone and that was one gal

> that knew her stuff. She

> knew EVERYTHING. Wow I was impressed. I have

> a zillion questions. But

> before I ask any of them, I think I will do some

> reading on this group and

> see if the questions are answered before they are

> asked.

>

> I have a BMI of 49 to 50 depending on the mood of my

> weight on any give day.

> I am 60 years old....no doubt I am one of the

> oldest in this group. I

> cant stand this weight any longer. I am sick sick

> sick of it you hear!!!!!!!

> lol....I dont need to explain the feelings about

> being a fatesque. I am sure

> you all know exactly how I feel.

>

> I would love to know if Keshishian has complications

> with his surgeries and

> how many actually get to a normal BMI. If you dont

> mind I will sort of be

> quiet here for a bit and just get to know everyone.

> Thanks for being here.

>

> Anne in Texas

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Anne,

I got to a normal BMI. I started at a BMI of 50 and dropped down to

a BMI of 24. Currently I am at 25.1. I am actually one pound over

weight, medically speaking. My lowest weight was 123.5 and I have

bounced back into the low 150's. Currently I weigh 130.

One thing, it is easier to diet after the DS surgery. Anytime I eat

healthy, my weight drops back down.

Marta

> I have a BMI of 49 to 50 depending

>

> I would love to know how many actually get to a normal BMI. If you

dont mind I will sort of be

> quiet here for a bit and just get to know everyone. Thanks for

being here.

>

> Anne in Texas