Darkkyss

My surgery date is Aug 15th, I am not scheduled to return to work till 9/4/2012 that is almost 3 weeks. But I am also having my gallbladder removed at the same time and Dr. felt I would be sore on both sides. I have a desk job but I can not get up at will to move around because I am on the phone most of the time. Part of me is worred I will get bored at home but then I tell myself I can walk more through out the day!

I was worried about the weekend being bored and eating, I think I did pretty good. Even went out with family for dinner and had salad and baby shrimp. I went with my mom and walked about 1 hour nothing fast just walking around shopping you don't even realize you have walked 1 hour. I started a list of items I will need after I come home from Surgery to have it all in the home for me. I also found a robe to take with me to the hospital, as most know its hard to find one that would fit.... I found this fish at Costco called Hake, I BBQ!'d it for lunch with a little lemon, butter, salt and pepper. 150 cal. per 5 oz serving and LOVE it.. I think I lost 2 more lbs but my scales are not working correct, so it is a guessing game. I went to my mom's and that is the scale that said I had lost 2lbs. compared to Friday's weight. I been looking for a new scale and I will probably go pick up tomorrow so I can start tracking my weight the correct way. I even told my mom really my surgery is 9 days and 13 1/2 hours LOL, My surgery is first thing on the 15th so why count it LOL. Hope everyone's had a great weekend!

@Newbie I added you as a friend it would be great to talk to someone that has same date and you can share your up and downs with!..

My surgery is 8/15 also, the liquid diet is hard. I also was told I could do any of the following 1 egg, or salad with petite shrimp, 5oz chicken breast, it really has helped I have that in the am after I have had 1 protein drink earlier. I have not been able to drink 5 protein drinks a day. I get 2 or 2 1/2 down. but sticking to my guns. I was shocked I had lost weight the last week. I did not think I had lost anything. Good Luck!!

I had my pre op appointment today. I had started my liquid diet two days ago and let her know that I was having issues drinking 5 or 6 shakes a day I am only getting 2 down but I am getting my 64 oz of water down plus extra. She let me know it was ok to have chicken, fish, and such just really watch Carbs. I did order chicken broth that is from unjury that has protein that should help but until it arrives I needed to do something I was only taking in about 400 cal. a day. On a good note I had lost weight I have been watching what I eat for about 3 weeks and gave up pepsi since May. I am down to 252lbs. I was pretty happy. I love that the clinic gave me a binder with TONS of info about pre surgery & post surgery. I am having my gallbladder removed at the same time so I will be staying 3 days for sure if not longer.... crossing fingers I am about to leave after 3 days. I know I ramble so I hope this all make sense. Been up since 3 am, that seems to be a big factor lately not being able to sleep. I have all kinds of feelings on the future and surgery. Not really nervous just so many thoughts running through my head. Nurse felt I would not have to much excessive skin after losing weight if I continue the work outs I have been doing.

I am trying to figure out how to update my tickler

http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/index.php?app=core&module=help I found this on the site...... see if this helps

I wrote a small blog also that gave some of the things I had to do.. Keep on top of insurance BUG them, and I kept in very close contact with the Nurse at the clinic (asking if test results came in yet, caling hospital were test were done and pushing to get back to clinic, and what they needed from insurance) I was going to go through for the surgery to make sure EVERY thing was done correct and fast. from the time of first appointment to surgery date was under 90 days....

Hold tight!! it will get better. I am on day 2 of 14 day of liquid diet!! can't stand the drinks. I did find unjury I am going to buy it has a non flavor kind that I could add to water with lemon, and I found chicken broth protein also with the unjury I hope it gets here FAST!!! I just did a search for unjury and found the web sit I will let you know but if you are willing to take a chance it has great reviews and someone told me about it. and the toilet thing my is the other way, I am having a hard time with that.

Congrats!!!!!! Time will go by fast

My Surgery is August 15, 2 days into my liquid diet,,,

My surgeons states no carbonated drinks. Will fill you up quicker, irritate the pouch and eventually stretch it out. . THIS IS what I found on the internet; Surgeons have differing opinions about alcohol use after gastric bypass. Some suggest that it is safest to avoid all alcohol because of the problem of alcohol addiction that may sneak up on individuals. Other surgeons feel that alcohol represents "wasted calories" with no nutritional value. Still others fear that alcohol may be one of the substances that could increase the risk of marginal ulcers. In our practice we have suggested that patients can have an alcoholic beverage once in a while as a treat, but avoid regular use of alcohol. I'm not aware of any research that has documented the percentage of patients who use alcohol regularly say five years after surgery. I think that any gastric bypass patient will realize that alcohol will hit their system much faster and harder than before surgery.

Great Job!!! I am having Surgery Aug 15.

I have wanted the lap band for several years now but was unable to afford the cost. I was watching TV and seen a commercial stating go to this web site and on the web site it would give you the codes to ask your insurance about. I did not even realize my insurance would cover it, I called my insurance and they were so helpful and let me know what I needed. I went to a Rockwood Clinic seminar in April, which I found 2 hours out of town (nothing local due to a small town). Then I went home and thought about it and asked my family for their input. I then called my primary Dr and made an appointment and asked for a referral to Rockwood Clinic. I then called and made an appointment for May 21st and called my insurance back and asked more questions about co-pay and was the hospital “in network”. I went to my Dr.’s appointment in May and spoke with the Dr about different surgeries after hearing more from him, I decided to change the surgery I wanted I decided on the Sleeve. I made another call to my insurance and the Sleeve was also covered!!! I made sure I called my insurance regularly and I was seeing to see if they needed any info. I completed all test that were required. My surgery is scheduled August 15th. I had small hurdles; I did have to keep on top of insurance making sure things were completed correctly. I had to call Dr’s office several times to see what they were doing to make sure the ball was not dropped. These were the test that needed completed before they would even schedule my Surgery. Medical Psychological Eva. Was completed June 1st it took the person 1 week to submit the test results to the Dr. I did have to pay this upfront cost of $270.00. But I was able to submit to insurance and have myself reimbursed but stating it was required to have for surgery since surgery is covered so are the test by my insurance company. I had to submit 2 times because of incorrect codes. Code I used was; V72.83 (Other specified pre-operative examination - pre-operative exam unspecified). EKG Completed 6/5/2012 Gallbladder Ultrasound Completed 6/6/2012 Chest X-Ray Completed 6/6/2012 Lab blood work Completed 6/6/2012 I completed all tests that were required. I start my liquid diet Aug 1st My pre Op appointment is Aug 3rd My surgery is scheduled August 15th. I feel very lucky that the time frame is under 90 days from first appointment till the time of my surgery. Like I said I stayed in close contact with a person at Rockwood clinic and my insurance company making sure everything was turned in correctly.

I am excited and nervous at the same time. I started doing 1 liquid meal over the weekend, hoping to slow get into it so it might not be so hard! I start my liquid diet on Wednesday. I so glad I found this site to read others stories!

Thank you!