Jo Skinnie
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I go for my pre-op physical today, which is great because I only have to work half a day. Other than that, I feel miserable! I came down with a cold on Sunday. I've been taking muscinex. I really hope it stays as a stuffy nose and nothing else changes. I don't have a fever, so I'm pretty sure my dr will tell me I'm okay for surgery on Thursday. I would be so mad to get this far and then have to wait, again! Anyone else face this?
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I hope your flight was a quick one. Good luck! Let's us know how you're doing.
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Surgery moved up 1 day!!! 4/17, not 4/18!!
Jo Skinnie replied to LynneB's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I'm in the Twin Cities, MN. I'm so ready to get banded and on with life! Woo hoo! -
Drink some stuff to clean you out
Jo Skinnie replied to kristylyn's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgery is on Thursday. I have to take Milk of Magnesia on Tuesday night and a liquid diet on Wednesday. -
Surgery moved up 1 day!!! 4/17, not 4/18!!
Jo Skinnie replied to LynneB's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
That's exciting news! Good luck! I'm on Thursday too. -
Good luck everyone! I'll be joining your on Thursday. :rolleyes2:
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Surgery Cancelled due to RX Diet pills!!
Jo Skinnie replied to LynneB's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thank goodness they rescheduled! I would much rather have to wait an extra week or two than face the possibility of cardiac arrest! I know it's frustrating when you are ready to go. Count your blessings and have a great surgery on the 18th! -
Great - 6 months of diet before band
Jo Skinnie replied to Hope4Joy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, I had to do the 6-mo dr supervised diet too. The time went faster than I thought it would. I'm glad I had that time to do more research and develop some good relationships with a local group of banders. I feel very ready for my surgery on the 17th. Use this time to your advantage. Learn all you can and then ask more questions and learn some more! Good luck! -
Think about reaching your goal...now, what one word do you imagine will describe the new you?! My word is svelte: Slender or graceful in figure or outline; slim. I've always loved saying that word. Now I want to be it! :thumbup:
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My chiropractor told me to live with him for 4 mos and he would make sure I lose all the weight. He's very athletic and I'm sure he would be a really hard personal trainer, however, I have a life. What would I tell my husband, kids and boss? Not to mention his wife and kids! LOL He has since been very supportive of my decision to be banded.
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My dr prescribed Nystatin cream and Nystatin powder. Sometimes the cream works better and other times the powder is better - especially when I do a lot of sweaty workouts. Make sure your dr documents that you are having a re-occuring infection in this area for documentation for the ins to cover the plastic surgery.
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One month and 12 pounds down - 5 months to go!
Jo Skinnie replied to 2boys3cats's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was told they use your BMI from your original weight, before you started losing on the 6-mo diet. You are doing great! -
Looks like he's teaching a version of the short-cut my therapist taught me. He has it in a bit of different order too.
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It works now...
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What is EFT? Try this link...
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Congratulations! I'm so happy for you! I hope your recovery continues to go well. :Dancing_wub:
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Great - 6 months of diet before band
Jo Skinnie replied to Hope4Joy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have BCBS of MN and also had to do the 6 mos dr supervised weight loss. I used that time to do as much research and talk to as many people about the band and wls in general as I could. I feel very confident with my decision to get the band in a week and a half. The 6 mos went by very quickly. It was worth the wait. I feel I'm very well prepared for the surgery and my life with the band. Good luck to you! -
My therapist taught me EFT a few months ago. It really works. I use it almost daily on anything that is stressing me out - work, crabby husband, headache and head hunger. The pressure points are suppose to "reset" your mind so to speak. I do feel much calmer after I do the routine.
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Good luck today! Let us know how you are doing when you can!
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April 3--GiGiRN, ebowling, alicia99, p3photogal,BigBandFan(Amy) Good luck to you all having surgery today! I'm so excited for you. My thoughts are with you for a quick recovery. Post about your experience when you can. :biggrin2:
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Good Luck April 4th Avengers!
Jo Skinnie replied to ColoradoChick's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Good luck everyone having surgery today! Keep us posted on how things go! TGIF :smile: -
Congrats! My date is the 17th as well. Good luck!
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Depressing Dr appointment
Jo Skinnie replied to QuincyGirl's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That really stinks! I hope your insurance will tell you it's okay to switch drs at this point. Good luck! -
That's fantastic! Losing weight on any vacation is great, but 5 lbs?! Good for you.
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Good luck to Bunky1965, mamakatken, nortone (Erika), and alicatcyclist (Allie) - you are the ones on the list for surgery today! My thoughts are with you today. Post about your experience when you can! April 2 lists MissLady, Natasha, Leoyne, and dogluvr(Amanda)! Good luck to you as you prepare for tomorrow. :puke: