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I completely understand you!!! I am exactly on my second week post surgery. My doctor also only allows liquid for the first 4 weeks post op. I've been hungry since the beginning.... it's a horrible sensation. I thought I was ready, but this is way harder than I expected! I'm sick and tired of all my proteins already, and I still have two more weeks of liquids to go. From what I read, it is normal to feel hungry just with the liquids, but once we are allowed to eat real food, we will feel full faster and for longer... I guess we just have to keep being strong and wait! Glad I'm not alone in this though

Had my surgery yesterday!! It all went great. Very sore today, but managing to walk and drink some water. All your experiences and advice helped me so much to be mentally prepared, I cannot thank you enough

Had my surgery yesterday!! I still can't believe it's done no pain yesterday, but quite painful today. Still, very happy to have done it

Im scheduled for tomorrow too!! Ahh! Lots of excitement and anxiety and very nervous of what to expect....

Im so happy! I just spoke with my doctor, and my surgery is back on track for next Tuesday 21st! It was a few days of uncertainty and stress with the possibility of having to reschedule due to my previous weight gain, but I proved to myself and the doctors how committed I am. I have lost 8 pounds during the first week of liquid diet thanks for your support, and good luck to everyone on your journeys!!

Im so happy! I just spoke with my doctor, and my surgery is back on track for next Tuesday 21st! It was a few days of uncertainty and stress with the possibility of having to reschedule due to my previous weight gain, but I proved to myself and the doctors how committed I am. I have lost 8 pounds during the first week of liquid diet thanks for your support, and good luck to everyone on your journeys!!

Thank you JBlue! And good luck on Wednesday!! All the best to you, and hope to hear from you soon with updates and how great you feel after surgery

I'm having surgery at Bellevue Hospital in NYC

I just had a similar situation today. How are you coping with it? I feel devastated I'm a week away from surgery (February 21st), and I got a call today about my surgery getting postponed because I haven't proved I'm ready. I can't stop crying. This is so frustrating. I am fully committed and I'm by the end of my first week of liquid diet. It feels like now I'm not sure what's going to happen. I really want and need this surgery, and I'm doing all I can to prove it. I gained some weight over the past six months, and that's what the doctor is concerned about. With only a week from surgery, I feel very sad and frustrated. Thanks for your support, I really need it

I'm a week away from surgery (February 21st), and I got a call today about my surgery getting postponed because I haven't proved I'm ready. I can't stop crying. This is so frustrating. I am fully committed and I'm by the end of my first week of liquid diet. It feels like now I'm not sure what's going to happen. I really want and need this surgery, and I'm doing all I can to prove it. I gained some weight over the past six months, and that's what the doctor is concerned about. With only a week from surgery, I feel very sad and frustrated. Has this happened to anyone? Thanks for your support, I really need it

Thank you! It is the kind of support I need! Just having someone to help me understand at least. I've been through all kind of appointments since August 2016, and my last meeting with the nutritionist was 2 weeks ago, and nobody mentioned anything about the weight gain. I'm on day 6 of the liquid diet, which only allows me 3 Protein shakes a day, broth, tea, and some green veggies with no oil or dressings. And I've done it perfectly!! I'm very proud of myself because it has not been easy at all, but I'm so excited and committed to this. I asked to meet with the surgeon tomorrow, but they seemed pretty sure about their decision. I'm going to try anyway. It's very unprofessional and heartbreaking for me to hear that I've made it this far to not know now of a date. Thank you again for your support. It feels good to let the frustration out. At least I know now that I can use this forum groups for support instead of using food and alcohol when things go the wrong way and I'm filled with anxiety

Hi! I just need some support [emoji20] I'm a week away from surgery (February 21st), and I just got a call about the surgery getting posted because I haven't proved I'm ready. I can't stop crying. This is so frustrating. I am fully committed and I'm by the end of my first week of liquid diet. It feels like now I'm not sure what's going to happen. I really want and need this surgery, and I'm doing all I can to prove it. I gained some weight over the past six months, and that's what the doctor is concerned about. With only a week from surgery, I feel very sad and frustrated. Has this happened to anyone? Thanks for your support, I really need it

Hahahha! I think I don't really know how to use this app... sorry Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

That's awesome! I also have my surgery on February 21st, and my pre op diet is liquids only. Up until today it was great, but today I'm soooooo hungry, and tired, and moody, and with a constant headache, argh!! Can't wait for surgery day!!

I can't believe this is finally happening!! So excited!! Just got my insurance approval letter! Sleeve surgery scheduled for February 21st. Can't begin to explain the excitement and nervousness!!! Getting now everything ready to start the liquid diet on Tuesday So happy to be here and have all your stories, thanks! Let's do this! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Congratulations!!! I hope you did great Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My surgery date is February 21st. The only appointment I need to complete to send my papers for insurance approval is the psychology appointment. I'm having surgery at Bellevue hospital in NYC. They have no psychologist available, so they might need to postpone my surgery date... Anyone in the same situation? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

And good luck with your appointment tomorrow!! I understand the nervousness, this is a huge process. But I'm sure you'll be fine, just remember all the good reasons why you are doing this Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks for your suggestions!! Unfortunately, it seems like Bellevue only works with their psychologists, so I have to wait for them to assign a new date.... so I'll have to keep waiting Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks for the inspiration and congratulations on your progress!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone! First time I ever write in a forum, so thanks if you are reading this I am very excited that my surgery is scheduled for February 21st. I started the process 6 months ago, and the feeling of freedom, nervousness, joy and anxiety has been pretty overwhelming. Since august 2016, I managed to put on an extra 30 pounds. I now need to prove that I'm ready for a change and start losing some of this weight. I can't wait to change my life and truly start living a healthier life that will help me achieve my weight goals. With this being said, the surgery has not been absolutely confirmed, so the anxiety is driving me crazy! Thanks to my nutritionist advice, I'm managing to eat more consciously, but I still make bad choices regularly. I also get frustrated every time I look at myself in the mirror. I can't stand my body the way it is right now. It's is very emotionally complex all this process! So I would love to hear some of your experiences pre op and how you deal with your body image anxiety. And also some encouragement. It's great to feel I'm not alone with all this!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App