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LOVE that pic

I'm also excited for you guys before you know it , it'll be here. Time flys I'm 3 weeks until mine. Just really do your homework and eventually you'll be there

Its interesting convo. I have read that some of auto immune issues like arthritis, thyroid, etc. have decreased after WLS. I'm sure part is that some of the foods can trigger our inflammation response . I don't know if we would be more susceptible to getting infections viral like the common cold or bacterial after surgery. We are always in contact with organisms but doesn't mean we would get infected. But its interesting like when the body is weak and traumatized immediately after surgery, Im sure it can trigger coldsore or even canker sores but i can't imagine we would get more colds than normal but again I'm no doctor and I haven't had my surgery yet to compare

Wishing you fast recovery

Thats awful I can't imagine what your feeling. I hope next time they listen to you or maybe try to grab one of them to let them know your still up. Hopefully the dilation helps and you find someone to take you next visit. Stay strong

How did it go yesterday frustr8. I know you've been going through a lot and I know 72 year old body doesn't bounce back fast enough. I've been thinking of you hoping your ok.

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I get it, its hard, all we could do is try our best. I don't think you should worry to much about insurance I hope your team will know how to get your approval. I ,too, get nervous what if I lose too much but honestly I feel the rate I'm going I feel I will only get worst and sicker. I look at it as better trade off. But only think you really have to be religious about are taking your vitamins on top of food routine. Don't worry soon you'll be back on your horses healthier

Were all human and don't beat yourselves up we mess up. You've done so amazing on your weight loss and gaining a couple pounds isn't the end of the world. You made it just don't let yourself get to you. You've done it before and you can do it again easier said than done just be proud and be happy with yourself. I'm sure you'll get back to a better you again.

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one week before thanksgiving my surgery

Hi everyone isn't crazy how its the hardest decision to make. Which surgery would be the best for us. I struggled with that decision up to a few months ago. Orginially I was set to do the sleeve, thinking it would be less invasive, sounds like a simpler operation, easier for surgeon to perform but for me I had done soooo much research and after having my endoscopy, I'm convinced the bypass would ultimately be my better choice. I had some low grade inflammation in my stomach which I feel could eventually cause bad acid reflux disease. I had BAD acid reflux before don't want to live with it. Again there is so many people who have done the sleeve and not experience any issues with reflux and have had a lot of success and maintain healthier weight. Its my opinion I've read some really bad horror stories about lap band and lots of revisions which are harder to achieve weight loss and complications after 2nd surgery. I'm just saying really research before considering lap band. As for insurance and out of pocket expense, some hospitals have programs that will adjust depending on your income. Hopefully you'll have some kinda help. so my surgery is 11/15 bypass yep its happening crazy time flys

I really hope all goes well so you could feel better soon.

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I think I'm just nervous whats about to happen after surgery. I know everyones different and will have different reactions. I think I'm nervous about slipping up and I'm sure I will and hope not to do it again, its all a learning curve.

Silly question was it a small portion.

OK good to know definitely no take out for me. Happy you feel better. Btw adorable doggie

Yes thank you for that. I just got word that my insurance approved my 11/15 bypass and it feels more real. I'm kinda freaking out. I'm arranging work and home and the not knowing whats going to happen. Will I be strong enough not to slip up, eating properly. Energy level, working full time at work and home I have 2 toddlers. But regardless I know this will help me to become healthier. I have uncontrollable high blood pressure. I don't know anyone who's done WLS so I really depend on everyones post. The good and bad everything. I have gone to support meetings but its hard with work. Any in a nutshell your post is very encouraging. I'm going try to remind myself its worth it at the end

I'm sorry your going through this but I do believe its their ignorance and maybe a stigma about surgery. Maybe not telling them until after surgery, you need support not criticism Its hard enough making this decision you definitely don't need anyone double guessing your decision. Hope when you do have your conversation they'll become more supportive keeping my fingers crossed

Hi I haven't had my surgery yet but I was told not to put eyelashes on because of the anesthesia they might have your eyelids closed with tape but Im definitely coloring my hair right before surgery

Hi Kimberly Definitely awesome to have a community like this. Im too new but have been getting soo much info from here. Im cleared for RNY on 11/15 and its very emotional so I go to this website everyday to read everyones post. I feel like it could prepare me to whats to come good and bad. Its a huge support community I know I don't post much but I know if there was any concerns or questions everyone here is super helpful.

Definitely feel like that most days. For me theres times I feel I still look like I'm pregnant. I've had people give up there seat on the bus/subway thinking I was. Its not a great feeling. I also feel like we all are on a forever diet. Thats why my bypass is scheduled for 11/15 hopefully insurance approves. Though its crazy one week before thanksgiving the biggest eating holiday.

good luck tomorrow hope you start feeling better soon. I just booked my bypass 11/15 its all a bit scary.

Hello everyone, First I want to let everyone know that Im super thankful for each of your post. So much of you guys pretty much have helped me prepare for whats coming up soon whether its sleeve or bypass. In a nutshell Im 40yrs old with BMI 36/37 with high blood pressure and cholesterol issues. My dad passed away at 43 from massive heart attack and been overweight all my life but recently had twins which through my body off even more. I've done so much research about both surgeries and feel bypass even though more complicated, I feel its long term effects is what I need, even though I know people who has had sleeve with diet also achieve long term effects. I also had battled heartburn and I'd rather take multiple vitamins the rest of my life and go through dumping syndrome than having GERD. I originally discussed having sleeve on my initial visit but now having second thoughts. My last appointment is this week with my surgeon before booking surgery assuming insurance approves I'm at the end of this pre-op visits. I just like to know that I'm not crazy for wanting a bypass.

Hi sending you lots of positive energy remember you'll come out of this a new person for the good.