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My AGB surgery is July 28

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ukgrad89

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I wanted to document some thoughts/feelings I have in these days before my AGB surgery. I've been researching the heck out of this since January, but I still find myself going back and reading some of my books. I have some concerns about the procedure itself. It worries me somewhat that my pre-op diet is significantly shorter than others on here. My doc's pre-op diet starts only 3 days before the surgery, with 100% liquids. Is that enough? I have full faith and trust in my surgeon, I probably should have started it sooner though just to be on the safe side. We'll see how it works out. Its interesting also that I didn't have any real issues with my health insurance (BC/BS). I did the 3 months of nutritional counseling and weight monitoring, no problem. I didn't have to lose any weight, just maintenance. I guess the biggest thing that's bothered me is some headaches since I started the liquid diet, but I try not to think about or dwell on them. I took some profile photos today, for comparisons. I have no idea how this will all work out, but I'm 100% dedicated to the goal and, if I can quit smoking after 20 years, I can do this too. I quit smoking in July 2001, and I quit being overweight in July 2011.

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Try not to worry to much! My surgeon had me only do 4 days of 100% liquids and I was banded on the 19th with no issues what so ever!! I also had NO issues with my insurance getting approved, I didn't even have to do 3 months of counseling and weight monitoring so I'm sure everything will go smooth! It's normal to be worried b/c this is a huge life change that you want badly!! We are all here for you and good luck! The liquid diet is so hard for me so just staying postivie and determination is what is keeping me going!!

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Best wishes, I did not have any prep op liquid diet. Congrats and I am sure all will be well. imaluckydog

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