mitchjoann132010

My surgeon says that instead of a bougie to create the pouch they already have an endoscope in me so they will use the endoscope to measure/create the size of my pouch (pouch will be the size of the endoscope).

My surgeon says that they are going to be using an endoscope to create the size of my sleeve. Has anyone else had this way of measuring sleeve done?

Thank you!

Wow, you guys are doing fantastic!!

I'm 5'0 and 218lbs. I heard that at these figures I will lose much slower. Does anybody have any experience being short and in the lower 200's? How fast did you lose? (I know a slower rate is best but realistically with WLS its different) I'm getting Gastric Sleeve April 2018!!!!!!!!!! Yayy!!!!!!!

That's weird, my BMI is 43. This is my doctor's preference not BMI related as they make every one of their patient's do it.

Thank you!

My Gastric Sleeve surgery is set for April 2018. My journey began in June 2017. I was a go getter from the start and completed everything as soon as I could. I knew I probably drove my doctor's nuts but I was determined to finish this one way or the other. Unfortunately, my drive was not enough and I was stuck waiting on everyone else with long wait lists, not hearing back timely, etc. 10 months later I am getting the surgery. I cried when I got my surgery date. It all started from one phone call after years of diet, exercise, personal trainers, pills, doctor appointments, before I got the urge to Google possible options. I had never had surgery aside from my wisdom teeth removed and so this was a huge leap of courage. I found out all the requirements, looked up a surgeon and program that could do it, contacted my insurance company found out any other remaining information, verified surgeon and program were in network, and kept on running ever since. I am terrified for this surgery but mostly its because nothing is certain. I am the type of girl that creates a spreadsheet to clear my mind. I love plans, numbers, details, and viewable goals. There is nothing I can plan with this. I have watched almost every YouTube video out there, done countless hours and days of research, have 2 binders made up organized into tabs and stages, and have kept up to date with many forums. I however have not really posted to many forums until now. So I think instead of taking this scary, crazy, unbelievable, amazing journey alone, I could be in contact with some amazing people starting their journey's around mine so that I can not feel so overwhelmingly alone during this process.. My husband no matter how sweet he may be is tall, and skinny and will not understand the restrictions I am under. I have told very little people about this surgery and they are to keep it surgery however these friends and family will not be able to understand anything I'm going through. I love to offer support and am excited to begin this journey with you guys. Let's be strong and change our lives together!!!!!

Thank you! I will definitely follow my surgeons advice its just 2 months without solid food is kind of scary, I dont want to just lose weight because I'm starving myself that long.

Yep, they make every one of their patient's do it. Planning on following the rules. Just way different from everyone I'm seeing on BariPal.

I'm scheduled for April 25th so pre op starts on April 11th. : /

Definitely, I'll follow their rules. I just heard of people being able to eat fruits and veggies on their liquid diet and it's crazy how different everyone's diet is. I'm 216 lbs and 5'0 tall. They make every one of their patient's do this. Most likely gonna be cranky during the post op diet but I will make it through it!!

I feel like my diet pre and post op are very strict. PreOp and up to 7 weeks after my surgeon will not allow me to have any solid food. Does anybody else have a diet this strict? · 2 weeks preop diet: Protein Shakes and Clear Liquids only · 2 weeks post op diet: Protein shakes and clear liquids only · 3 & 4 weeks postop: I can add in creamy liquids · 5 & 6 weeks postop: I can add in pureed foods · 7+ weeks: I can slowly integrate solid foods.

I feel like my diet pre and post op are very strict. PreOp and up to 7 weeks after my surgeon will not allow me to have any solid food. Does anybody else have a diet this strict? · 2 weeks preop diet: Protein Shakes and Clear Liquids only · 2 weeks post op diet: Protein shakes and clear liquids only · 3 & 4 weeks postop: I can add in creamy liquids · 5 & 6 weeks postop: I can add in pureed foods · 7+ weeks: I can slowly integrate solid foods.

I feel like my diet pre and post op are very strict. PreOp and up to 7 weeks after my surgeon will not allow me to have any solid food. Does anybody else have a diet this strict? · 2 weeks preop diet: Protein Shakes and Clear Liquids only · 2 weeks post op diet: Protein shakes and clear liquids only · 3 & 4 weeks postop: I can add in creamy liquids · 5 & 6 weeks postop: I can add in pureed foods · 7+ weeks: I can slowly integrate solid foods.

I feel like my diet pre and post op are very strict. PreOp and up to 7 weeks after my surgeon will not allow me to have any solid food. Does anybody else have a diet this strict? · 2 weeks preop diet: Protein Shakes and Clear Liquids only · 2 weeks post op diet: Protein shakes and clear liquids only · 3 & 4 weeks postop: I can add in creamy liquids · 5 & 6 weeks postop: I can add in pureed foods · 7+ weeks: I can slowly integrate solid foods.

I feel like my diet pre and post op are very strict. PreOp and up to 7 weeks after my surgeon will not allow me to have any solid food. Does anybody else have a diet this strict? · 2 weeks preop diet: Protein Shakes and Clear Liquids only · 2 weeks post op diet: Protein shakes and clear liquids only · 3 & 4 weeks postop: I can add in creamy liquids · 5 & 6 weeks postop: I can add in pureed foods · 7+ weeks: I can slowly integrate solid foods.

I feel like my diet pre and post op are very strict. PreOp and up to 7 weeks after my surgeon will not allow me to have any solid food. Does anybody else have a diet this strict? · 2 weeks preop diet: Protein Shakes and Clear Liquids only · 2 weeks post op diet: Protein shakes and clear liquids only · 3 & 4 weeks postop: I can add in creamy liquids · 5 & 6 weeks postop: I can add in pureed foods · 7+ weeks: I can slowly integrate solid foods.

I feel like my diet pre and post op are very strict. PreOp and up to 7 weeks after my surgeon will not allow me to have any solid food. Does anybody else have a diet this strict? · 2 weeks preop diet: Protein Shakes and Clear Liquids only · 2 weeks post op diet: Protein shakes and clear liquids only · 3 & 4 weeks postop: I can add in creamy liquids · 5 & 6 weeks postop: I can add in pureed foods · 7+ weeks: I can slowly integrate solid foods.

I feel like my diet pre and post op are very strict. PreOp and up to 7 weeks after my surgeon will not allow me to have any solid food. Does anybody else have a diet this strict? · 2 weeks preop diet: Protein Shakes and Clear Liquids only · 2 weeks post op diet: Protein shakes and clear liquids only · 3 & 4 weeks postop: I can add in creamy liquids · 5 & 6 weeks postop: I can add in pureed foods · 7+ weeks: I can slowly integrate solid foods.

I feel like my diet pre and post op are very strict. PreOp and up to 7 weeks after my surgeon will not allow me to have any solid food. Does anybody else have a diet this strict? · 2 weeks preop diet: Protein Shakes and Clear Liquids only · 2 weeks post op diet: Protein shakes and clear liquids only · 3 & 4 weeks postop: I can add in creamy liquids · 5 & 6 weeks postop: I can add in pureed foods · 7+ weeks: I can slowly integrate solid foods.

I feel like my diet pre and post op are very strict. PreOp and up to 7 weeks after my surgeon will not allow me to have any solid food. Does anybody else have a diet this strict? · 2 weeks preop diet: Protein Shakes and Clear Liquids only · 2 weeks post op diet: Protein shakes and clear liquids only · 3 & 4 weeks postop: I can add in creamy liquids · 5 & 6 weeks postop: I can add in pureed foods · 7+ weeks: I can slowly integrate solid foods.

I feel like I know all of the information, I started the process 10 months ago but due to my insurance being so strict I had to attend many classes, seminars, appointments, clearances, over the phone courses, etc. So I feel like the knowledge is there, however from joining this site I am learning new things every day, especially when looking at the post op forums. I know unexpected things will pop up and am prepared for the stalls including the famous 3 week stall and some initial weight gain from water immediately after surgery. Vitamins are something I definitely need to work on. My vitamin D was previously low but I am working on that. Iron is also another issue that I need to be prepared for as I am borderline anemic. I've heard of many post ops being hospitalized and having health issues from not keeping up with their Iron. Working in healthcare I have access to the providers and their knowledge on the subject. One thing with multivitamins is if you overdose on Iron that can be an issue too that can cause issues with your can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, and in extreme cases liver failure. Therefore, I am going to be in constant contact with my provider and request routine blood work on all of my levels. Since we have surgery in April, most of us will be meeting our deductibles and out of pocket max so aside from any copay's we can get as much work done that our insurance deems as medically necessary. This includes blood work and labs on nutrition and vitamin levels. For instance, my deductible is $750 and out of pocket max is $3000. Since my surgery is around $30,000 I met my out of pocket max of $3000 and can get as much work done as I need to for the remainder of the year. Again, copay's still need to be paid for each visit. If I get blood work done by my primary care provider my copay is only $10 compared to the $50 to go to a specialist who will do the same thing. So in general I feel like I am pretty prepared when it comes to the aftercare and communication with my provider's and insurance policies to make sure I can keep in touch with my body to know where I am deficient and what vitamins I will need to increase during the weight loss. I still have a lot to learn about the vitamins. I just cannot get past the taste of chewable vitamins. I tried the Flinstone Chewables my surgeon's office recommended and they are absolutely disgusting with an aftertaste that returns all day. Therefore, I think crushing my pills and putting them in yogurt might be my best option. One tablespoon I do not think will be too hard to get down. I have to take anxiety medication anyways so this won't be too hard I think. In regards to protein, I am currently doing Premier Protein and I am in LOVE!! They recently came out with new flavors such as Oreo & Cream, Peaches & Cream, Caramel, Banana & Cream, along with their traditional of Vanilla, Chocolate, and Strawberries & Cream. The reason I chose this was it has 30 grams of protein in 11oz so even if I cannot consume much in a day, 2 shakes meets my minimum protein for the day and can also double as liquids so will at least give me 22 oz of that. It has 1 gram of sugar per shake, 160 calories, 24 vitamins and nutrients, 5 grams of carbs, and 3 grams of fat, so it works perfect for the traditional Keto Diet. Along with this I will buy myself a rotisserie chicken and slowly pick through that throughout the week. Seems like a pretty cheap diet and I can treat myself to steak every once in a while. My nutritionist wants me to get my protein intake for the day before I move to vegetables, and then carbs which I will rarely be able to ever meet during the weight loss period. After surgery I am prepared for the possibility of not being able to consume Premier Protein anymore. A lot of people say dairy becomes hard to consume after surgery, in which case I think the clear, non dairy Isopure would be a great substitute. Popsicles made from protein drinks also sounds like a fabulous idea. I'd love any other suggestions anyone else may have, and am SUPER excited to get to meet some fellow April Sleever's. I'd love to keep in touch so we can all help each other on our journey!!

brookie my preop diet is very similiar to yours. I feel like my diet pre and post op are very strict. PreOp and up to 7 weeks after my surgeon will not allow me to have any solid food. Does anybody else have a diet this strict? · 2 weeks preop diet: protein shakes and clear liquids only · 2 weeks post op diet: protein shakes and clear liquids only · 3 & 4 weeks postop: I can add in creamy liquids · 5 & 6 weeks postop: I can add in pureed foods · 7+ weeks: I can slowly integrate solid foods.

April 25th here. It's been a long time coming!