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This is very definitely something to talk with your surgeon about PRE surgery. Are you taking maintenance meds for gout now? Maybe she'll start you on them. I am doing better now but staying even more hydrated, but we're all so different. Let me know ... I'll be thinking about you.

I can cross my legs! One right over the other just like I used to back in the day. It's the little things, you know?

I can cross my legs! One right over the other just like I used to back in the day. It's the little things, you know?

Didn't know it could help hangnails ... but I'm pretty sure I sing better now.

Buy online at www.unjury.com It is a little more expensive but a much higher grade of Protein. You can even use the unflavored as a sprinkle on other foods just to increase the healthy protein. Good luck.

Hello Sleevers! Those of you who have followed my posts before know that this has been an EMOTIONAL ROLLERCOASTER! But I am so lucky and SO SO SO blessed! For those of you who don't know, here's the quick version:
I started this journey back in February. It's been insane. All the classes, workshops, appts with everyone in the world, felt like it was never going to end. Then in June it seemed like things were all falling into place. I had my endoscopy on June 8th. Shortly after that, I got the call that would change my life forever. While doing my endoscopy they found 3 polyps. One came back as a Neuroendocrine Tumor. A long way of saying, I have cancer. I have been through the emotions, horrified, sad, scared as my baby has just turned 1. But now, I am SO THANKFUL. So incredibly thankful. Because had I not chose to get the sleeve, then I would have never had an endoscopy and they would have never found my tumor. So I have been through all these testings, I had a few scans and they found that I have no other cancer . That this tumor can be maintained by going in every 6 months and having the area scraped. Its a slow growing tumor, so they aren't too worried. So with all this, I have been approved to get my surgery! SEPTEMBER 7TH! I can't believe it! I am SOOO happy its insane. Thanks for all the love and support from all of you who have been there for me on this journey!
Now the real question is, who has a Protein Shake or powder that isn't horrible? Im so sick of Ensure, and Atkins Advantage. I am ready to move on from them and see what else is out there. I am finally getting used to this pre-op diet, and really liking that I've lost about 10 pounds in the past week Woop Woop! Thanks everyone!

Didn't know it could help hangnails ... but I'm pretty sure I sing better now.

Didn't know it could help hangnails ... but I'm pretty sure I sing better now.

Be careful with the brand of Protein. I am sure your surgeon recommended a good one (like Unjury) but it is tempting to move to the drugstore brands. Most have too many calories. You will lose and you will love it.

I'm celebrating the fact that I'm getting through this frustrating shelf without depressiong due to all the advice of the people on this forum. Many, many thanks to all you enthusiasts.

I'm celebrating the fact that I'm getting through this frustrating shelf without depressiong due to all the advice of the people on this forum. Many, many thanks to all you enthusiasts.

I know a woman who went from the band to the sleeve. For her, it was a great success. And it will be for you, too. It's very brave to face down a second surgery ... well done.

It sure wasn't Buy 4 get one Free, but 12/19/11! We're a basketball team.

I know a woman who went from the band to the sleeve. For her, it was a great success. And it will be for you, too. It's very brave to face down a second surgery ... well done.

It sure wasn't Buy 4 get one Free, but 12/19/11! We're a basketball team.

I take enteric aspirin frequently, but I am also allowed to take regular aspirin and/or ibuprofen as needed, as long as it's not too often.