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[perkyprincess]

hi,
im just at the start of my journey i have been referred for weight loss surgery and have my first consultation next week. im excited yet scared as im not sure of how all this works. i really need to lose weight as it is having a major impact on my life this is my last resort i feel like a bit of a failure as having tried loads of diets i didnt think that at 27 i would be going through this. i have a fantastic husband who is supporting me but it would be nice to hear from people in the same situation as myself.

thank you for listening.x

 

[petshell]

Hello and welxome aboard. I am also a newbie here and people are so welcoming.
I have spent alot of time reading the archives and have picked up alot of tips.
Where abouts are you from?
I am in Colchester Essex
Regards
Shelley

 

[perkyprincess]

hi,

im from thornaby in teeside. how far into the process are you?

 

[petshell]

i have had my assessment with the dietician and doctor. they now have an mdt meeting and apply for funding which should not be a problem cause i fit my PCT category.
I have been given an exercise programme and a list of things to do to lose 5% and then 10% of my body weight in preparation for the op which could be this year.
Shelley

 

[perkyprincess]

im really confused what is the criteria for the pct and how do they work the funding out. sorry to bother you with all these questions.
thank you.

 

[petshell]

Each area is different, but basically they use the NICE guidelines see the link;
Obesity (morbid) - surgery (replaced by CG43)
HOPEFULLY there is someone from Teeside who can give you more info about their funding.
Shelley

 

[perkyprincess]

thank you for all your help. its nice to chat to people in the same situation. good luck.x Nic.

 

[ChrystalK]

Hi

Although not from your area I just wanted to say welcome to the site. I am sure someone from your area will be along soon who may be able to answer your question.

Good luck with your journey.

 

[perkyprincess]

thank you it feels like a million years ago i was refered by my doctor i didnt realise the process took so long but hanging in there its gonna be worth it.

 

[perkyprincess]

 

[liannos]

thank you it feels like a million years ago i was refered by my doctor i didnt realise the process took so long but hanging in there its gonna be worth it.

first off welcome x next ring up you have to keep on too them i ring alot lol i know its a pain in the ass but the more you keep on the more you'll know you can always get your doc to do a letter to see whats the hold up it does help i did it took me 9 months from seing the doc to getting my funding lol im lucky so keep on to them xx

 

[perkyprincess]

hi,

my doc first referred me in may i then had to wait till august to attend a bariatric seminar and then i only got my first appointment less than a week ago for the 26/01 so hopefully things will speed up a little now.

 

[chocchucky]

Hi and welcome to minis its a fabulous site with lots of rfriendly helpfull people on here good luck with your appointment next week hun

Sharon xx

 

[katstofat]

hy perky and pet , lol you sound like a double act, it seems ages ago since i was starting out but it was only 15 months ago . such a lot as happend and here i am 3 months post op and knowing that warts and all it was the best thing i have ever done. i wish you both well on your journey and i hope it will be a short one good luck....................kath x

 

[Rache]

Hi Perkyprincess.....welcome to the site. All the very best with your journey xxx

 

[VIXXX]

hello, i am also only in my twenties (25) and i am awaiting a gastric bypass. i know exactly how you feel, i have tried everything on the market today to lose weight, i can lose weight but the problem with me is maintaining the weight to be consistantly off and not to yoyo as i have (on 3 separate occasions within the last 15 years) lost 8 stone in weight but it just recurrs and i struggle. i feel that i know in myself that there is no other option for myself than to have a bypass. i am a single mother of 2 girls both under 5 yrs old and i am determined to make a change as i am sure my girls deserve a better life than the 1 they have at the minute.
look forward to hearing about your journey xx