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14 Days Left ..... Day 4 Of Pre-Op Here I Come
Arts137 replied to Simpley_ke's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Just keep thinking and planning and all will be right! Days 3 and 4 may be the toughest trials, but it WILL get easier, and success will help your liver and YOUR HEAD!!! -
Surgery Dec 18
Bronco0605 replied to ready2sleevethisbody's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Are you on a pre op diet now? Do you know how long you will be in the hospital? I am 3 1/2 weeks out and at about 80% normal but everybody is different. I am able to drink a lot more fluids now thsn in the first few weeks. I went back to one or Protein shakes a day to beef up my protein numbers because I was not losing weight and my nurse said that would help. This is major surgery you have to expect sveral weeks to get tot your new normal. -
Pre Op Diet Suggestions
NJ mom of 4 replied to ElliottWasHere's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi, from what I understand every Dr is different or at least they differ slightly in what they are allowing their patients to eat. My dr allows 3-4 protein shakes and one small meal every night except for 24 hours prior to surgery. Some Drs aren't allowing that or just veggies and such. It is probably best to check with your Dr as to what he's allowing on his PreOp diet requirements!!! I started my diet yesterday... So we around the same time surgery wise!!! Good luck!!! -
Will Power, Appointments, & Decisions!
candicess2 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm a 33 year old married woman, and I have been obese my whole life. At my highest, I was just over 400 lbs. At 30, I was diagnosed was with diabetes, and I've been trying to conceive for over 8 years. I recently decided I had enough and moved ahead with the journey to weight loss surgery. I chose the sleeve because bypass seemed too altering. My consultation with my surgery was on Oct 28th. and I weighed in at 388. I was lucky to get my nutrition appt that Friday, November 1st. (385.5) At my next nutrition appt., I get my surgery date which I'm gunning for January or very early February. So far I've been pretty good. I feel like God has been taming my appetite and backing my will power. The last I weighed myself I was around 379.6. I have been tempted of course, but i've been holding out. People have noticed the changes. I do a Protein shake for Breakfast. I eat lean protein first then the veggies, very little carbs for all other meals. I did a serious cleanse of my normal diet. I'm very proud of myself. I feel better. I sleep better. i need to start the exercising soon. My concerns are these: if i want to get down to my ideal goal weight of 150 is the sleeve ideal? my surgery said not really but exercise and diet would be very vital. i've been diabetic for 3 years, on insulin for one. I'm worried with the sleeve I will still be diabetic. I just hate to have hind sight bite me in the butt! -
I Have Surgery Tomorrow And Im Sitting In A Pizzarua
rensterness replied to thenug's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My last supper was like feeding a family reunion, and boy was it great lol. Feeling the way you feel with anxiousness and what not is totally normal. Second guessing is normal, but try not to do it. This will be an amazing experience for you, as it has been for me. I am almost six weeks out and down 50 pounds. Enjoy your 'last supper' know that soon enough you will be ble to enjoy a meal, and have the restriction to assist you, not eat as much and feel amazing!! Best of luck!!! -
3 appointments today
Cindy2013 replied to Cindy2013's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So all went well with my appointments yesterday. The nutritionist visit was an eye opener. My pre-op diet will be 700 calories per day, and I'm expected to lose a minimum of 12 pounds during that 2 weeks. So what if I don't? Apparently my surgeon has actually taken patients to surgery, looked at their liver, and closed them back up with the instructions to do the 700 cal diet for another week or two. So I think I'll definitely be sticking to the 700 cal per day diet! I can't imagine the disappointment those patients had. The nutritionist explained the first 6 weeks post op to me. It won't be easy, that is for certain. But so many of you have done it--I can too. I go back today for the written testing with the psychologist stuff. I also have an appointment with the pain doctor regarding a pain pump, so it was really nice that they fit me in for the testing while I'm in town. Things are moving along! All sorts of emotions going on in my head. Am I sure I want to change my lifestyle so drastically? Do I have a choice if I want to get back to living a productive life? -
Scheduled Feb. 5th!!! More Terrified about Pre-Op Liq. diet :(
MandaMom23 replied to Kped's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I start my 2 week pre op diet tomorrow. While I'm a bit nervous, I'm also excited. I'm trying to look at is as this is truly the beginning of my new journey in life and my road to a new me. I keep telling myself if I can't handle just a few weeks of liquids and strict diet, how can I expect to make the necessary changes to keep myself healthy for a lifetime?! We can and will do this!! Best part is we're all in this together! -
Excited, Nervous, Thinking too Much!
Newme4ever replied to petra1124's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi Petra 1124, you took the words right out of my mouth. I felt the same way this past week. I'm scheduled for the 24 th and all fear and concerns have played over and over through my mind a million times over . I decided that I was not going to tell anyone except for my husband and my children. I don't want to hear anyone's negativity . This is not the easy way out like I've heard when I expressed to a friend that I was interested in doing this. And guess what even if it is so be it, this is for our health and well being,I want to enjoy my children and do what I love to do with them, just like you, I am nervous that we can't eat the things that we used to but I keep telling myself that is what got me here in the first place. I'm sure in time we can eat what we want in super small portions ( works for me) . Once we start losing weight everything will fall into place . We will do great ! Good luck and don't let anyone discourage you. We are finally doing something for ourselves. ( at least for me everyone else came first and I put myself on the back burner , not any more) ttys -
So I know I probably sound like a big whiner, but I am feeling really frustrated at the moment! A week and a half ago I got the call that I was approved (this was a Friday). I was so excited! On Monday I went to my PCP to pick-up the original referral (I have *** insurance) and noticed that the referral was just for the consult appt! Talk about the wind getting knocked out of my sails! Then there was some run-around with the surgeon's office and my PCP regarding the referral. The bariatric program that I am using normally has you see the surgeon, bariatician, nutritionist and psychologist all in the 1st appt. so since my referral was just for the surgeon my insurance required a letter from the surgeon's office stating how exactly their program works. OK fine. I called yesterday to verify and I have a referral for the surgeon and an EGD to be done. I guess I have to complete all of the "clearance tests" and then if the surgeon recommends that I'm a candidate for surgery then my insurance will approve me for the surgery and refer me to see the other specialists. I know this is all formalities, but I'm frustrated because I am afraid I could be denied. Thinking I was approved already was such a great feeling and now I feel like I am in limbo! I feel very fortunate that my insurance covers WLS and I will jump through whatever "hoop" they tell me to, but it just stinks when you're so excited and then you feel discouraged! I am just so scared that something will go wrong and I won't be able to have the surgery. Financially I can't afford to go to Mexico or be a self-pay.
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Waiting on my insurance to approve me
cheryl2586 replied to tee561's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Once my papers were submitted I think it was about two weeks. -
PreOp Diet - is green smoothie okay?
Back2Petite replied to makeyourself's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am 5 weeks post op and I am a long time GS fan!! I drink them regularly and would just just be concerned about them during a clear liquid phase. -
On the books for 1/30/2013!
gingerRN replied to skinnygirlinside's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats !!! They changed my surgery date a week sooner the day they got my approval letter. My stomach started flipping and knotting with nerves and excitement up until they put me under!! Kinda of funny, as if my stomach was talking to me. Now there's not enough stomach to feel any excitement!!! Anyways was the easiest surgery I every had. Sore yes, diet YUCK, days off awesome, but all worth it. Good luck!!! -
Just checking to see where you are in your process, and how you feel about the process. I am 3 lbs short of my weight goal, and have my next appointment on January 22nd and I am so focused on this 3 lbs so I can have my paper work submitted by February. My plan has been to replace one meal a day with protien shake and eat lots of green lefty veggies! Danni
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I am a month in a half post op and am feeling amazing. I have lost 31 lbs since my surgery and 54 with preop. My NSV occurred while talking to a coworker. I'm a very handsy person when I talk... The bracelet that I got 3 years ago for valentines day and had to make my husband take back to add links so it would fit came flying off while I was talking. I didn't even care that I almost lost it, I was so excited that it was to big. I'm on the next link and can still slip it on and off. It feels so good! Adrianna - Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk
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weight gain during 6 month waiting period
Susie1226 replied to dreamonique's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have BCBS and I did 3 months of weights management. I didn't lose but gained bc of the holidays. Luckily there was no specific weight loss requirement. I guess it just varies. -
any vegetarian bandsters?
melidawn replied to melidawn's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That's good to hear. I am a vegetarian and was just concerned about protein but I think I will do great I was just wondering if anyone had any great suggestions. They put me on the Atkins diet for 2 weeks preop and it was really hard for me being a vegetarian but I learned How to really watch carbs which will definitely help in the future -
Disappointment In Someone I Thought I Could Trust
jnygrl posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So.. Along with this surgery choice I have learned that not everyone is going to be supportive but today I feel like I got slapped on the face. Someone I thought was a friend totally went behind my back and told my boss that she knew I was going to file a leave for weeks. I am so disappointed and angry! -
Surgery confirmed for feb 6th and freaking out
AFinch replied to mrs.msp's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Im nervous too. I just want to wake up and it already be over. A friend of mine had it done two weeks ago, and he said he felt some gas pain but felt fine 3 days out. He returned to work within 2 weeks and has no pain at all. Hope this helps some. Good luck. -
I was just wondering. Im going for my sleeve March 5th, and scared out of my mind at times. Just needed some positive feed back. Havent slept a good night sleep in weeks, so worried.
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Approved - Sleevie Here I Come!
crickee replied to crickee's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am hoping the week of November 3rd, or before Thanksgiving, I should find out tomorrow. All I have left to do is surgeon visit and hospital bloodwork. It took my insurance a little over a week and I was on pins and needles even though I knew they had everything they needed, I was afraid they would find a reason to deny. Good luck and hang in there! -
So, my doctor, Dr Snow in Hurst, Tx, put me on a 5 day diet before my surgery on Friday. Today is day 3 and I have the WORST headache! I can't get rid of it. . . I even tried a Starbucks singles packet (with a scoop of vanilla Unjury protein powder, of course) this morning! My pre-op instructions say to avoid aspirin or anything that will thin my blood this week! Any suggestions? I'm dying here. . .all I want to do is close my curtains and lay in my bed ALL DAY; but I have things to get in order (family meals, last minute house work, etc.) before the big day!
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Well, I made it through day 1 and felt good. I only got in 2 shakes, but made a large pot of homemade chicken soup and had 3 oz of chicken with a few carrots and celery. Lots if broth. I also had jello. Drank LOTS of fluids and had more broth. Also had a 1/2 cup of cottage cheese. I really think I can do this! .
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Had My Egd...kinda Bummed.
BewhoGodcreatedmetobe replied to Babysteppin's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Dont give up! During these 2 months, you can learn how to take care of yourself and love yourself for who you are. The surgery is important so that we can be healthy. p.s. 8 weeks isnt that long. -
Otc Pain Meds? Pills?
MammasMelting replied to coolmamma73's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well, I am 3 weeks away from having surgery, but my Dr told me to keep liquid tylenol on hand for every day aches and what not. I have plenty as my 12 year old daughter had her tonsils removed about 2 months ago and used hardly any...it's mine now! -
I am waiting for insurance clearance and hoping for a December surgery date. I am a teacher and want to get this done over Christmas break. My surgeon said it was most likely going to happen for me. My question is in relation to hospital stay and that first week at home. How did you post op people feel that first week at home? Having the surgery a week before Christmas, I'm trying to gage how Christmas will be. I have a five year old and do not want to take away any of the magic of season. I'm planning to be completely finished with all holiday preps before surgery. Any thoughts and/ opinions on that first week and having a big holiday?
