Brit7

Hello, Not sure if this is the correct place for my post, so please forgive me. My surgery is Monday @ 9:45....I am so excited. Today I have been instructed to have only clear fluids and Magnesium citrate for cleaning out. Last night I enjoyed a last meal from my favorite Greek restaurant...yummy Wish me luck fellow banders.. Brit7

Here I am, one day away from being banded...oh my goodness it is so hard for me to believe. The hoops I have had to jump through to get to this point...crazy. Almost gave up, I wanted to give up several times, but couldn't do it...after all that's just what the insurance companies want isn't? Enjoyed Greek food last night thanks to my family, delicious. Today alas it is clear liquids all the way, and nasty tasting Magnesium Citrate. So excited for tomorrow. Have the upmost faith in my surgeon, he is one of the best plus, he removed my gallbladder a few months ago so I figure he already knows his way around. I was in Tahoe for a long weekend and the very first night there I end up in the ER. Had to do a lot of talking and sign a waiver to be discharged against medical advice. Back to tomorrow. Have to arrive at 7:30 w/surgery scheduled for 9:45. I'm told I will stay overnight and should be leaving around 11:00 the next morning. Then it's blended food. Actually I am more nervous about how I will manage post-op, with eating....Will I have problems keeping things down? That is my biggest fear right now, vomiting and stretching the band. Well tomorrow will tell...wish me luck....wonder if I will sleep tonight

Don't give up. BC denied me twice and only authorized surgery after being contacted by a lawyer. Authorization was granted 12/23 but, too late for me to request time from work. Insurance companies are crafty...So, a new year and surprise to me my employer signed with a new insurance- Blue Shield. Another auth. request...and happily BS authorized first time. About the lawer, my surgeon referred me to a lawer hired through Allergen (makers of the Lap band). This may be an option for you. I can certainly give you their contact number.... Good luck and dont give up, that 's exactly what the insurance companies want you to do. Brit7

Hello, My surgery is Monday too. Scheduled for 9:45 arrival time 7:30. Today it's a diet of Clear liquids & non-fat milk. I also have to down a 10oz bottle of Magnesium citrate...uggh. Very excited about surgery and what is to follow. I have been waiting for this for close to a year. Insurance took me for a ride, they really know how to work it, but that's another story. I have Zumba in my DVD and am reading Runner's World's 'Run your Butt Off.' I am soo ready for this. Brit7