Antonette
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E-Cigarette and Pre-Op Testing
Antonette replied to Antonette's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
How many days in advance should I stop the E-cigarette? -
I quit smoking (yay me!) and have been using the E-Cigarette. I have Pre-Op testing and blood work on January 9th. I don't think they're looking for nicotine, but if they are, I should be ok...right? By the way, what does Pre-Op testing consist of? How long did it take? Thanks for letting me babble about my personal issues lately. Take Care.
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January 2014 Sleevers Come In!
Antonette replied to HipsAndLipstick's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I too, am scheduled to have my Sleeve surgery on January 20th! I'm excited, scared and nervous all at the same time. Good luck to you! -
My Insurance approved me for surgery! My surgery date is January 20th. I have pre-op testing on January 9th and then I start my 10 day liquid diet (I'm not looking forward to that). Merry Christmas to me!!!!
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Insurance approved me! Surgery 1/20/2014!
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Excited, nervous and plain ol' scared...
Antonette posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Today I finished my last Nutrition class. Everything is done and my paperwork is going to be sent to my Insurance Companies for approval. I was told it would take a couple of weeks until I hear anything. I am hoping and praying I get approved. Dr. Medvetz (my surgeon) thinks my surgery will take place in mid-January. I have so many emotions running thru me and I really appreciate this support group. Any advice or words of encouragement would be greatly appreciated. Take care! -
Did anyone NOT lose their hair after surgery?
Antonette replied to Anothercasey's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm so scared of this too. I would love to hear from people about this topic. I have a lot of hair and don't want to lose it. -
5 months post op pictures and feeling great.
Antonette replied to awold0's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You look fantastic! I'm still in the pre-surgery stage. I'm awaiting insurance approval and the surgeon believes I'll be sleeved in mid-January. I hope I have the same success as you. -
1. Any problems after having sleeve surgery? If so, what were they. 2. What can and can't you eat once you're allowed to eat solid foods. Thank You!
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Anyone have to do Nutrition classes? And so, did you actually gain weight instead of lose weight? I'm about to cry here. I have done everything what the Nutritionist has told me to do and I've done nothing but gain weight. It's very depressing!
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Smokers: How long did you quit before your surgery. I am having a rough time at it. I believe my surgery will be sometime in January if my insurance approves it (crossing fingers, praying). I know, I know, I better quit very soon if not sooner!
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How long after your surgery were you allowed to drive? I am hoping it's not that long, because I'll go crazy!
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Pysch Evaluation Question
Antonette replied to Zoumommy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Multiple choice. My test asked about me and how I think about certain things. My personality, if I am mentally stable, depression, anger and even my faith was mixed in. -
Pysch Evaluation Question
Antonette replied to Zoumommy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had to do a written test too. It was like doing my SAT's again. It took about 1/2 hour. -
OH WOW! I'm so envious of you! You look fabulous! Congrats! I hope I will be as successful as you!
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Eating properly. Getting in protein. Avoiding sugars and processed food. How much you should be eating on a small plate. Preparing for post-surgery.
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If you read my ticker, it shows what I had (and still have) to get done. I have one more nutrition class on December 17th and then it goes to Insurance for approval. They are thinking I'll have sleeve surgery sometime in January (crossing fingers).
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Pysch Evaluation Question
Antonette replied to Zoumommy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My psych eval. was easy. I thought I was going to fail, but it seemed like I sailed thru it. Be honest, know your stuff about sleeve surgery and know that it's not an easy fix. You'll do fine! -
I too, am scared to death. I am very afraid of leakage and blood clots. My husband is not on board with this surgery. I think he's worried I am going to die. He also thinks I rushed into my decision, but he doesn't know just how long I've been thinking about this and doing research. I was originally going to go with the Lap Band, but after a ton of research and talking with those who had the sleeve, I believe I made the right choice.
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Gotta Love A Good Side By Side! (Pics)
Antonette replied to Mrs.RRn's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Wow! You look fabulous! I hope I have the same success as you. -
Anyone smoke? I am having a really hard time quitting. I quit for a while then started up again. I have a Pulmonary appointment this Monday. I hope I make it thru it ok. Anyone deal with smoking and the sleeve surgery at the same time? Any words of encouragement?
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Having a difficult time quitting smoking. Ugh!
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Get a vape, a proper one, not those cheap drugstore ones. Go to an actual vapor store and get a kit. I've never smoked cigarettes and I use them, they are great! Also, it's a safe way for actual smokers to get their nicotine fix and their oral fixation sorted in one go instead of resorting to the cancer sticks.
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Did/Does anyone have sleep apnea? Are you using the CPAP machine? If so, how long did you have to use it after surgery?
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Weight History from PCP - Done EGD - Done sleep Study - Done Lab Work - Done 3 Nutrition Classes - 2 of 3 done Psychiatric Consultation - Done Pulmonary Consultation - 11/18 I'll finish my last nutrition class in December. I don't have anymore requirements that need to be met. What is next? Does it all go to Insurance for approval? How long until my surgery do you all think?
