LisaB411

Hi, I'm Lisa, from northern VA. I'm a writer, married, with a 3-year-old son. My surgery is scheduled for Apr. 11 with Dr. Robert Pinnar in Reston, VA.

I just came from my pre-op appointment and my surgeon said it's perfectly normal and OK to have as many "last meals" as you want prior to the pre-op diet. So, I'm having some pizza tonight, and I'm going to enjoy every bite!

I was all set to go for my Apr. 11 banding, and now all of a sudden I am terrified! I'm afraid of something happening during surgery, which I know is unlikely, and I am really sad about probably never being about to eat bread again, which I admit is pretty silly. All I can think about is no more bread, no more Diet Coke, no more pizza. I know the benefits of the lapband far outweigh ability to eat bread, but I just can't shake the feeling I am making a terrible mistake. Anyone else feeling this?

I'm diabetic, and tried Byetta a few times. I just couldn't handle the nausea. I hear they are testing a new version of it that you would only have to take once a week, but that probably won't be available for a few years. I'm getting banded on Apr. 11.

Double check w/ Sue, but I think the support group meets the second Tuesday of every month in one of the conference rooms in Building 1850.

Tell us how the liquid diet goes. I am dreading it, but I'm so "psyched" now, I am determined to do everything right. Have you been to one of the support group meetings? I'm planning on going to the April meeting.

Colorado -- Have you already had your pre-op appointment with Dr. P? If so, can you tell me what happens? My pre-op is March 31, and I have to start the liquid diet on Apr. 4. Do they recommend certain protein shakes, or can you just pick one you like?

I'm scheduled for LapBand surgery on April 11 in Reston VA. I'm very nervous, but also excited! ColoradoChick -- I'm going to Dr. Robert Pinnar too!