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I am proud of my decision but for me it is a private matter. I do not care to share it with people because frankly I do not feel it is any of their business. It is a private struggle for me because most of the people in my family are not over weight and they do not understand what I have gone through. It is like a non smoker saying to smokers you could just quit if you really wanted to. Addiction is not that easy to just quit. This is the same scenario but with food. I just do not want to hear the comments and the remarks like I had to cheat to lose weight. I want to be proud of myself without defending it all the time. I hope this makes sense.

No just the date I picked. I am enrolled at NSU Broken Arrow and my semester doesn't end until then.

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I don't think so. I havent heard anyone say that they had one. Some surgeries require a catheter but I am not sure.

I am scheduled for May 7th with Dr. Garcia. He charges $5000, in Tijuana, he uses a full service hospital, this package includes one night in a hotel before the surgery, 2 days and nights in the hosptial (private room for and a guest), 2 more nights in a hotel after surgery. This also includes all tests, surgery, hosptial and no hidden fees. You should go the same time I do

Your welcome I am glad it helped with your questions. I am going to use Dr. Garcia. I am at peace with my decision after alot of research. You will be at peace also with whoever you choose. Garcia and Kelly both are good surgeons.

Very well said.

Dr. Alvarez has a utube video about the gastric sleeve stapler and he shows the instrument with the staples and shows it after stapling a piece of ham. It is very educational this might answer your questions. This is the actual link. It was loaded in May of 2011 but it will help answer some of your questions.

I have heard great things about both so I think either would be a good decision. Dr. Kelly is cheaper though. When are you having your surgery? I am using Dr. Garcia.

Just try to stay calm until you speak with the Doctor. Keep us updated on what he says.

I was told that Mi Doctor was a full service hospital. I chose Dr. Garcia and am very happy with my decision. I did alot of research with actuall patients so I think it will be great.

I am sure you are worried this is a scary situation. I was also told peppermint tea soothes the sleeve. It sounds grose to me but might be worth a try.

If the food irritated your stomach it is probably inflamed and will take a little longer to heal. Just sip slow like desertmom suggested. It will take a littel time for the swelling to go down. Are you running a fever at all?

I am going with Dr. Garcia and it is $5000. I have done alot of research and talked with alot of his patients that used him. I am pleased with my decision to use him. My surgery is May 7th.

Please keep us updated on how your doing.

Benadryl will help with any allergic reaction also.

Maybe food was introduced too soon. You will run a fever if you have an infection so if your not feverish then you are probably fine in that area. I would stay away from anything except liquids for a few days at least.

Where did you have your surgery?

I am so glad your experience is a good one. I am having my sleeve on May 7th with Dr. Garcia. I would like that movie link lol.

Congrats!! It wil probably slow down a little but don't let that discourage you because it will continue to come off. I havent had mine yet but have done alot of research and it happens to everyone. You will reach your goal just have determination and do not give up!

Congrats!! I cannot wait to follow in your footsteps!

Oh well we will just have to keep in touch on here about our progress.

We will be leaving the day you have surgery. Are you going to be there the night before surgery?

Well I will be there on the 7th of May with Dr. Garcia

Dr. Garcia May 7th!!! I am also excited and so nervous. Jthurman I am glad you made the decision now it won't be long before your losing weight!! Congrats!