Should I Reschedule?

[scaredoftheunknown 95]

I have my consultation with my surgeon tomorrow 8/16. This will be my second visit with him. On the first visit a month ago he asked that I had an EKG, start on my CPAP machine and lose 10 lbs. Well I had the EKG done and it came back normal, I started the CPAP trail and did well even if I hate the machine but I am still waiting to have mine delivered, and the 10 lbs. ugh!!! on my scale I have dropped the 11 lbs. but then I think my scale is like 4 lbs. off from the dr.'s office scale. I still have today and tomorrow to workout and maybe drop another 2 lbs.

Should I just reschedule my appointment, or just go and see what happens? I am so nervous. I have been trying all month to lose the 10 lbs. In regards to the cpap machine that is out of my control as the medical store has yet to ship it.

Thanks.

[UTGal99 327]

Do not reschedule - you may be surprised what you do on the scale. I think all surgeon's expect their patients to not get to the goal. You have made significant strides and you will still have time before surgery to drop the additional 2-4 pounds.

Go get 'em Tiger!

[Izuri 428]

I agree with UTGal - You never know what your body will be at tomorrow. Plus, some surgeons are less strict than others, and I think that if he sees you have been complying with his instructions that you will be fine. I think usually pre-op weight loss is half about decreasing medical risks and half about making sure that you are willing/able to be compliant with the directions, and less about an exact number (Heck, I fluctuate like 3-4 pounds over the day because of Water sometimes).

If you are really stressing about it, you could always call their office and speak to a medical assistant and let them know. They will probably give you the ok to come in anyway, but maybe it will give you a little peace of mind.

[Texarkolina 201]

Don't reschedule. Take this opportunity to practice being very honest with your surgeon and his staff about how you are doing. Most doctors know enough about the human body and obesity that they understand losing 10 pounds is a struggle--and they know all too well about delays and bottlenecks in medical equipment and such. The surgeon's office may even be able to make a few calls and speed up the delivery of your CPAP machine. Just be prepared to give him a status update and you will be fine.

[scaredoftheunknown 95]

Thanks. I have kept my appointment. I will go tomorrow morning and have my blood work done then I will see the dr. at 2 p.m. Thanks for encouraging me.

[scaredoftheunknown 95]

You guys were right, the body does amazing things. I went to see the surgeon today and I dropped the 10 lbs. I needed to drop. He went over all my medical history and we went ahead and set up the date. I will have my surgery on Sept. 13th. Yay!! He had an opening for the 27th. but it was to soon for me because of work.

[mrscastillo 32]

yay congrats!

[Izuri 428]

You guys were right, the body does amazing things. I went to see the surgeon today and I dropped the 10 lbs. I needed to drop. He went over all my medical history and we went ahead and set up the date. I will have my surgery on Sept. 13th. Yay!! He had an opening for the 27th. but it was to soon for me because of work.

Woohoo! I'm glad to hear it =) What a relief!