shrinkingwillow

I was sleeved in Tallahassee on 3/21/14. Good luck on your journey.

I would check with your doctors office before taking a laxative. I was just asked to be on clear liquids and don't eat after 12 the night before.

I didn't have a 2 week pre-op diet either. I was told to be on a liquid diet the day before surgery. I found out that every doctor is different. My surgery went fine. I was sleeved on March 21st. Just follow your doctors instructions regarding what and when to eat. The worst part for me was the GAS PAINS. I was walking the same day of surgery. The gas set in on day two. All I can say is walk, walk, walk. At first I had problems drinking my liquids. It felt like broken glass and nails were in my stomach. I spoke with my doctor about this and he said I was taking in too much Fluid at one time. Once I changed my sips to smaller sips the discomfort was gone. This was a big learning curve for me. I really thought I was taking small enough sips. I'm not having any problems now. I wish you the best on your journey.

I just was sleeved on March 21st. There is not much that you will need. I packed my toothbrush, deodorant, toothpaste, phone, slippers, socks, gas-x, pajamas, and my I-Pad. I even brought my favorite Bath and BodyWorks lotion.

Yes. I'm a week today post op and I can't seem to sleep pass 3-4 hours. I'm tired today. I'm usually don't take naps, but I think I will today.

I hope you feel better. My surgery is scheduled for this Friday, and I'm not looking forward to the first couple of days post op. Hang in there. Everyone says it gets better.

My sleeve is scheduled for this Friday. I was wondering if anyone regrets having their surgery?

Thanks everyone. Your words were very encouraging.

Let me start by saying that I'm a very private person. I have only told my husband, mom, and kids about my surgery. My sleeve date is on March 21st. For the last 6-8 months my mother in-law has been planning a big family vacation, which scheduled the week of surgery in Orlando. I don't plan on going because I don't want to use my time up at work. I may need to be out more than normal after surgery. Well everyone is excited and is asking me "are you ready to go" I tell them no, but I don't elaborate. What should u tell them? My husband and kids know. They are going to go, but my husband is leaving early to be with me for the surgery.

Thanks for your advice. I decided to tell my mother and sister in-law. It has been a weight lifted off of my shoulders. I know that they would be hurt if I didn't let them know I was having surgery.

I'm so happy for you.

Yes. It happened to. I received my approval letter in the mail and the doctors office didn't receive anything. I was able to fax over my letter and got scheduled for surgery.

You two look great! ????

That's who is doing my sleeve.

I am scheduled for my pre-op appointment at the hospital, can anyone tell me what I can expect?

Which surgeon did you use?

My surgeons office stated that I didn't have to do a pre-op diet. Is this normal?

I just got the word that I'm approved. My surgery is scheduled for March 21st. I've been waiting so long to find out. I've been reading message boards and watching YouTube videos about others wls. Now that it is my time I'm so nervous. I'm second guessing myself. I know that this the best option for me. I guess I'm thinking about the what ifs. I have had other surgeries, but I never had time to ponder the decision. One day I was in the doctor's office and the next day in surgery. Is it common to be so nervous?

Don't give up. I got approved.

I'm scheduled for the 21st. I have only told my parents, husband, and kids. They all support my decision. I don't want the judgement from people who really don't know me and don't walk in my shoes. This is not an easy decision to make. I believe a majority of us are not doing this for vanity, it's about are health.

I'm glad you are feeling better. I pray for a speedy recovery.

I have BCBS of FL. I'm so disappointed. My surgeon's office stated that they submitted my paper work 2 weeks ago, but when I called BCBS they said they didn't have a claim for me.

I have tried the chili. It is surprisingly good. I'm pre-op so I'm not sure how much that you will be able to eat.

Tallahassee here!

I'm so happy for you. I cannot wait until I get approved. I have my psych eval on tomorrow.