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[nanaviv 0]

Hi All,

I went to see Dr. Jones today. It is a go!! The date is tentative because June wants me to try different Liquid Protein foods to see how my allergies react. Some are rather different so I will have to order them on-line taking some time. So, we may be going into late March, early April. And, of course, I need insurance OK. But, Dr. Jones felt confident, so I am very happy!!!!! I can't believe we may be coming to the end of the line. I may be taking a little vacation in March or it could have been sooner. But, I have waited a long time, I can do this.

Nana

[Kaydotrn 1]

Congrats Nanaviv! I am glad your appt went well. I hope the Protein Shakes agree with you. Bariatriceating.com has a lot of samples you can order, so you may want to look there.

I have my post op appt tomorrow! I am looking forward to it. Wish me luck.

[nanaviv 0]

Hi Kay,

Of course, good luck!!

Let us know how it goes.

Nana

[SherryW 4]

Alright NANA...waaaahooo I hope you find a Protein Drink that suits you ok. What are you allergic too is it whey?

[dezadoo 0]

yeay, nana!!!!! good luck with trying Protein Shakes. don't worry you'll find something!

[Kelsy 1]

Hi Deanna,

I have Lapband on the brain right now, too because I have an appointment with the surgeon on Jan. 10. My road was a little longer. I started late Aug. but ran into a snag with anemia and had to have many tests. But, the others seem to go 1 - 3 mos. Get your appts. as soon as you can because you never know. Now that I see the surgeon I believe he will argue with the insurance co. and then set a date. Good luck. It goes pretty fast. Nana

Is your anemia all straightened out now?

I had a snag with that as well. I've been anemic for years though, mostly because i do not eat red meat / pork .. only chicken. When i got my lab work done, it came back low and kinda funky so i had to get it taken again so they could check my B-12. Sure enough, i was put on a Vitamins asap.

I am taking Flintstone Complete, Vitron C for Iron, Vitamin D-400 and had to get a B-12 shot from my PCP!

[nanaviv 0]

Hi Kelsey,

I am on my way with the blood count. With 2 Iron pills a day, the numbers are going up. My problem is iron defficiency. I had that problem years ago, then I had a hysterectomy and it went away. Now, they don't know why it has come back. At least because it is going up, they will do the surgery. What stage are you at? They wanted tests to see if I was bleeding anywhere. That took a couple of months, so there was a delay. So far, no bleeding, thank goodness. I hope you are on your way, too.

Nana

[deanna 1]

woohoo Nana! You're closer to "the other side"!!! Keep it up, girl!

[Kelsy 1]

Hi Kelsey,

I am on my way with the blood count. With 2 Iron pills a day, the numbers are going up. My problem is Iron defficiency. I had that problem years ago, then I had a hysterectomy and it went away. Now, they don't know why it has come back. At least because it is going up, they will do the surgery. What stage are you at? They wanted tests to see if I was bleeding anywhere. That took a couple of months, so there was a delay. So far, no bleeding, thank goodness. I hope you are on your way, too.

Nana

Ohhh okay! I used to slack with taking iron pills years ago. I guess that's caught up with me now, lol. My bloodwork came back REALLY low and when they figured out i was deficiant in B12 (which they also said is kinda weird b/c of my age and the fact that i do eat chicken) - I got the b12 shot at my PCP 2 wks ago. And i have been taking the Vitamin pills and my Vitron-C iron pill. I have been taking these pills for about 3 weeks now alittle over maybe. And i do not believe i am having any more blood work done b/c the only other appointment i have is my anast. appt and my surgery. So i really don't know if it's helped or not ! I guess i'll find out the next time i have blood work done, lol

Good luck! I hope your levels.. level out!

[nanaviv 0]

To Kelsey,

Good luck! Let us know how you are doing.

Nana

[stormbrewing 0]

Ok ladies, quick update- Dr. Schneider and the army doc, Dr. Rehrig, if you've met him, have set me up for February 21st. They gave me the option of going on this brutal liquid diet (1200 calories) until the surgery, which is more than a month. I've been on it two days....hehehe, but I'm handling it. I have my eye on the prize. I started off at 358lbs, and I'm down to 347 in the past few weeks, because I've been slacking at the gym. Now it's time to kick up the volume and grind, I'll keep you guys posted. Good luck!

[nanaviv 0]

Hi John,

Great news!! Your on your way now.:biggrin1: That is wonderful. Keep us posted. Keep us updated.

Nana

[NewBeginnings2018 81]

Great news Stormsbrewing! Not only that you got your date, but you'll be banded on my birthday!!! It's a lucky day! God love you for doing a pre-op liquid diet. I don't think I would have made it. lol You're doing fantastic so far and I can't wait to watch as things progress. You'll be breaking those hearts left and right!

[SherryW 4]

Congrats on your band date Stormsbrewing! you're well on your way to a new you Keep us posted!

[stormbrewing 0]

Just figured I'd let all of you know. I'm on the Pity Pot in a major way. My tenant downstairs is cooking something, and I feel like I'm about ready to eat my cat.

Just thought you might like to know. Next step is cannibalism.