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Thanks everyone. I'm glad I'm not the only one.

Hmm interesting my BMI is 42 so I guess it is pretty high

Thanks Nicks mom :-). I'm getting nervous. As far as the pre-op diet ugghhh. Honestly it was hard for me. I only lost 11 pounds over the 14 days so far. It seems like it should be more after drinking only liquid. The Kane center tells their patients to use Bariatric Advantage. I thought the vanilla was sickenly sweet, but the give shake recipes that help. Example: 4oz of diet orange soda, mandarins oranges with the juice drained and 2 scoops of the protein powder blended with ice (was my fav). It's nice to hear from others in my area keep in touch.

Is the abdominal surgical band something they provide in the hospital, or can this be purchased at the local pharmacy? Also I noticed some of you were in the hospital for 3 or more days. My surgeon said I would just be there overnight? Is this rare?

I got chewable vits online at bariatric fusion. They are specifically for weight loss surgery patients. Bariatric advantage also offers a multi vit

Wow you look great!

Hi all.. I'm getting my surgery done by Dr.Rantis out of Alexian Brothers on July 30th. When you say single incision, is it still done laparoscopically?

I hear many success stories after being sleeved (the reason I'm taking this step) I'm just wondering if anyone gained back the weight. I have yo-you'd my whole life. I am sick of it. I really hope no one responds that they have gained weight back :-(

LawDiva, I'm not a post opper yet, but I will be very soon. I have many questions as well, therefore i would love to join if possible. I'm all over the suburbs, as my friends and family are scattered everywhere.

Hi Nicks Mom.. Dr. Rantis is my surgeon as well :-)

Thanks :-) My surgeon is Dr. Rantis out of the Kane Center in Hoffman Estates.

Hi all, I'm located in Waukegan, on the border of Wisconsin but still considered a Chicago suburb. I grew up near O'Hare Airport, and I will be having my surgery at Alexian Brothers in Elk Grove Village on Monday July 30th. It is nice to meet ya all. Please feel free to send a friend request. I am trying to build a support group through this process. I am nearing my surgery date. I am excited, and scared as hell.

Great progress. I just love before during and after pics. Very inspirational :-)

Another girl had this happen recently and posted about it. Her surgery was rescheduled for the 30th as well. My surgery is the 30th also. Is this common? Has anyone else had this happen? Hearing these stories are freaking me out..Good luck on the 30th I hope you feel better.

I had my pre-op testing last week and was told today that my EKG came back borderline/low voltage. I was advised that my PCP will need to clear me. I now need to go visit my PCP for a complete physical before she will clear me. My surgery is scheduled July 30th, that's 6 days from now. Has anyone else run into this?

Hi cowgirl mom, I'm on day #12 of pre-op diet and I had a huge headache for the first 3 days. I was told the headache is caused from your body detoxing from, sugar, caffein, and carbs. Hang in there, as the headache should pass. Good luck all.

Oh I am so sorry to hear that. Hopefully the 30th is a luckier day. My surgery is the 30th as well. Keeping fingers crossed all goes well for both of us. KIT

I saw my PCP today. She signed off on the EKG. I guess it wasn't anything to be worried about. My surgery is still a go for this Monday.... I can't wait

Oh wow... Do you have to stay at th hospital for 2 days? Yikes.

Lulu you crack me up. Your honesty is definitely refreshing. Keep up the great work.

My date is actually Monday the 30th 4 more days to go. Good luck to everyone that is scheduled for tomorrow :-)

That is amazing... Keep up the great work....and keep posting pictures, as it is a great motivator for others.