michelle88

I lost 12 lbs on my pre-op diet. 3 small meals less than 1000 cal a day!

Lynn- I have had the same pain also today...I think the pain is coming from the port area...boy it doubled me over the 3 times it has happened...I drove the kids to school, then home to take pain meds and go back to bed!!

I recently quit drinking diet coke...my plan was to allow myself 2 weeks to quit. The first week I limited it to 2 cokes a day then the second week only one a day. It has been one week since my last diet coke. To be honest I think about it but just go and grab some flavored water. The headaches hung around for the first week and then tapered off by the second week. I know it seems very hard...but you are worth it!!!

Hello fellow shamrocks...I am day four from surgery and boy do I feel so bloated and swollen. I look like I am 4-5 months prego!! I was glad to read others are experiencing this swelling...I guess I will be wearing sweats for the next few days!! no jeans here!

Add me to the list ..arrive at hospital at 7am....I hope I will sleep tonight!! Wishing everyone well!! Michelle

Alesha- my dr. gave me a surgery date two weeks before the surgery was acutually approved by Healthnet. I just got my approval on Friday and my surgery is tommorrow! I think the process varies by surgeon and insurance company.

The admitting nurse just called to go over details for my surgery tomorrow so I asked her about deoderant...she said "sure you can wear deoderant, they arent' doing surgery on your armpit" ...So I plan on showering and wearing deoderant just no lotion. Wish you well!

Here's a cute story---Yesterday I was on day 1 of Clear liquids... while at church my pastor was talking about the disciples and mentioned they were tired and hungry...wel just then my stomach growled so loud!! my sister and I could not stop laughing!! Today is day 2 of clear liquids...got all my meds, lots of flavored waters, heating pad and a new book!! I am ready!! Michelle

Busy woman- Thank you for the great info!! alot more information than my surgeon/nutritionist passed out!! sending to the printer now!! Michelle

One week from today...most of us will be in the hospital already banded or ready to be banded. How is everyone feeling? nervous, excited, scared...you name it...a variety of emotions!!! I have "hosptial school" on Thursday and then show up for surgery on the 25th at 6:45 am!!! Anyone else searching out what to bring to the hospital or what to have ready at home...I am compling my lists!!!

I am 4 days into my 2 week pre-op diet. Giving up my addiction to Diet Coke has been difficult. I have had a constant headache for the last four days!! I know it is going to take at least a week. I wanted to do this now instead of the day of surgery..why have headache and surgery pain.

Did your surgeon do anything for your feet during the surgery? I was wondering if they would have me wear my night splint or tape my foot??

Hello Sacramento Area Bandsters--- I am scheduled for surgery on March 25th. My surgeon is Dr. Waldrep with SALSA. On Saturday my husband and I are attending the support group for Waldrep. According to their staff they can have 50-70 in attendance. Is anyone else seeing Dr. Waldrep? Michelle

The 25th is the big day!!! Today I went shopping for a few things: 1. new pajamas 2. crop sweats 3. Liquid multi-Vitamin 4. Liquid Calcium 5. 3 cans of worldwide Protein drink - to sample for later!! I am having a hard time focusing on anything else right now...my housework is pilling up!! Michelle

My suregon Dr. Waldrep gives out the surgery date before the actual approval from the insurance company. Does anyone else find this backwards?? It is really messing with the planner side of my personality...I haven't got word yet how long does it take for approval. My surgery is scheduled for March 25th---19 days!!

March 25th is my date to!! Pre-op 1000 cal diet begins in 5 days!! then 2 day liquid diet before surgery. A new chapter in the journey begins !!

Thin4Aisha- My max out of pocket is $2,000. So I am sure it won't be more than that! Good thing it's bonus time in our household!!

I am hoping someone might be able to give me a ball park figure on the charges for the hospital. I have been trying to get an amount from surgeon/hospital/insurance and have been getting the run around. I am just trying to get an idea how much out of pocket I need to plan for. My copay is 10%. My surgery is scheduled for March 25th.

I weigh 275 currently..I start my pre-op diet in 5 days. Surgery is scheduled for March 25th. My goal is to be around 145-160. Ladies - thanks for posting you're weightloss so far..you are such an inspiration for us pre-ops!!

Hello all, I am pre-op and have my one-on-one appt with my surgeon next week ..I will be given my surgery date on Wednesday. I was wondering...what have you done to be sucessful with your band. I know all of us start out with great intentions...but what sustains them. My dh was asking me how is this surgery going to be any different than everything else I have tried? I wasn't quite sure how to answer him...I have had good intentions with all the exercise/diet programs etc that I have tried in the past. For those of you at goal or further in the journey..please share your ideas! Thanks - Michelle

I attended a info seminar in Sacramento last night... and I had a few questions. The surgeon said the lap band is a better choice for those who ate large volumes of food vs someone who grazes and has a sweet tooth. Has anyone else heard this? At the same time she said the band is good for someone who does well at WW but just needs an extra help. I am torn I was leaning toward the band ..but now I am not sure..I would like to hear some other opinions...Thank you.. Michelle

Stacie- You live in such a beautiful place!! We just went apple picking last month!! Do you use the Uc davis medical group for routine care? I went to Dr. Machado info seminar last night...I was impressed with her as a surgeon. When you talked to your PCP or the surgeon have they said anything about the 6 month diet? looking forward to hearing from you along this journey. Michelle

I am also in northern California, I will be switching to Healthnet in 08. I am trying to get a jump start on the the 6 month required diet...can anyone give me the details...healthnet is unable to send me anything since I will be with Pacificare till the end of the year. Another question...while I am on the 6 month phsician diet can I proceed with the other tests? any details regarding Healthnet would be appreciated. I am hoping to use Dr. Machado through Sutter Medical Group.