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Thank you so much everyone... can' t tell you how much the support helps I am having a double masectomy june 14th , then chemo n radiation.. I talked to the sugeon yesterday and i have an appointment with the plastic surgeon in just 45 min, I have my ups and downs but for the most part I am doing ok Thank you again...for all the prayers and well wishes sherri

Thank you everyone for your kind words and support. I actually got the results yesterday.. and it is cancer.. I have an appointment with the surgeon on Monday.. I am still scared but I am trying to be strong.. will update when I have more information Sherri

Thank you all so very much everyone for the support.. Makes this a little more easier to bare... I will keep you posted..as soon as I know for sure... thank you again.... Sherri

I have been bouncing between 161.8 and 160.0 for many weeks now.. I did not think I would ever break into the 150's. This morning I was 159.2 yip eeeee! I might bounce back up but just knowing I was there .... I know I can get this last 10 lbs off. Hope everyone else is having a great day too :-)

I was 298 at the overview class which was in late april. I was 262 at time of surgery on June 22nd. I hope you break your stall too !!!!!!

Thanks so much everyone.. i really appreciate the support ... it has been a great day !

I walked into a bay or hallway with comfy lounge chairs and curtains to separate then. I changed into the surgical gown (nada on underneath) some comfy purple socks with raised tread on bottom so you don't slip (provided by hospital) and the cap for your hair. The nurse started an IV and the anesthesiologist came in to talk to me about what she would be doing. When it was time I walked on my own into the operating room and plopped myself on the table. The assisting doctor said hi and asked me my name and what surgery I was having.. then not long after that it was a few deep breaths and I was out.. I don't even remember the recovery room or even when I woke up in my regular room.. hope that helps... I had my surgery at Kaiser Richmond Good luck to you !!!!!

how many months out are you?? I could not stand the chewables.. I tried 4 different brands and liquid but at around 2 1/2 3 months out I started with Bariatric Advantage multi capsules.. they are small and go down easy.. I take 3 a day

I did not have surgery in Mexico so can't help out with that.. But I did have the sleeve done and I would still pick that one over plication if i could do it again. it just does not make sense to me to fold the stomach over itself, how do they check that part of the stomach for ulcers, cancer etc.. later in life.. also I like not being hungry the majority of the time.. and when I am it is usually Head hunger do lots of research and find what is right for you... good luck

Thanks everyone.... My doctor said he would order an ultrasound.. but the pain has gone away so I will wait and see if it returns.. \ I am keeping my fingers crossed :-)

make a ticker at http://www.tickerfactory.com/ezticker/ticker_designer.php?type=3 when finished... paste the link to your profile under "about me" there will be two links provided.. I think you use the HTML but can't remember for sure.. if the HTML does not work try the other link.. Hope that helps

here is a link to site where you can submit a complaint, or if you prefer there is a number you can call.. http://www.medbd.ca.gov/consumer/complaint_info.html good luck !!

wow you definately need to change doctors as soon as you're able.. and I would report him to the medical board... there is no excuse for that kind of cruelness. He should treat you with respect regardless of your size... I am sending positive thoughts your way.....I hope your appointment today goes well..

I had mine arrive about 4-5 times in the first 2 months.. it has since slowed down to the regular once a month.. I would not worry unless is continues for more then 2 months.. it is just your body trying to adjust to everything that was done to it..

Thanks everyone... sounds like it is... but keeping my fingers croseed.. I sure don't want another surgery I just emailed my Doctor... we shall see what he says....

I did not have one..

I vomit if I eat to much or something that my stomach does not like... The eating too much is my own fault, but sometimes I eat new things or even stuff I have had before and my little tummy jst revolts against it. I am 9 months out so it happens a lot less then in the beginning (probably 10-12 times a month) (currently maybe 4-5 times a month). there is no guarentee but i'm sure it is still a lot less then with the band..

I would start now.. I lost 32lbs on the pre op diet.. that was 32 less I had to loose after the surgery... also helps you get into the frame of mind of eating good/balanced food

I had it around the end of the first month and although it has subsided a little.. I still have it. it is not thrush, and I have tried every prescription "magic" mouth wash there is.. I am hoping it will go away at some point .. but i have just learned to live with it hopefully yours won't last very long..

Glad you like him :-) As far as success goes.. I have lost 129lbs with about 15 to go.. surgery was june 22nd last year sounds like you are on the right track... great job on the pre op weight loss