My date got moved up!

[kat77 63]

I went today to the pre-opp class and they moved my surgery to feb 6th. i am so happy! my pre-opp visit with doc is the end of jan, so i have untill then to lose the rest of my weight. i have 8 lbs or so and i know that is doable, so i am way less stressed...Thank you all for the encouragement...you have been great. there are a bunch of rules now...iam on the shake thing till surgery. also lots to do before i go under...find liquid or chewable vitamins, and there is a big list of those. I also have to shower 2x a day with antibacterial soap 10 days before surgery, geez there was so much to take in, i am glad they gave me a handbook of their guidelines.

[erikaloftin 62]

That is so exciting! Good luck!

[rose333 3]

Congrats hope evrything goes good for you. My surgery is also February 6th!!! Im so excited and cant wait!!

[kat77 63]

Thank you both....I guess I have a surgery twin....I am KatsMFP on my fitness pal if you want to buddy up

[Wendilou 180]

Wow! Less than a month away! Congrats! I don't have a surgery date yet Yes you will def be able to lose those eight pounds. I wonder what the showering thing is about? I haven't heard anyone mention that before. Maybe to reduce the chance of infection at the incision site? Well, I look forward to hearing more about your journey!

[kat77 63]

Yes, it is to reduce the chance of infection in the OR. Also he requires antiseptic mouthwas 3 times a Day 10 days before. I don't care if it seems sily because I am realy getting nervous and feel better knowing that he is so careful. Thanks for the support....I am excited

[Vicki Loichinger 444]

I am glad your doc is having you be so prepared. That is awesome. Another thing doing those things is a great way to help you feel like you are getting ready for something big (cause you are) and it forces you to slow down a bit and think about yourself, using the special soap and the mouthwash, get the Vitamins, gives you the feeling like you are a part of this pre op and doing everything you can to be successful. I think it is great.

[kat77 63]

Thanks, you are right. I am doing all I can to be prepaired. I am thankful I found this site, it helps so much to be able to share and support others who are all going through this too.