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ABLOND    92

ABLOND
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I've been approved by my insurance (PEIA) to have lap band surgery. My surgery has been scheduled for January 10th. What do I do now/first? Scared.....excited...!!! :rolleyes:

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Terry Poperszky    2,784

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First thing: Follow your Dr.s instructions.

Second thing: See first thing.

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KateB    63

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Be excited!!! Do you have a pre-op diet? Good Luck!!!

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ABLOND    92

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Thanks Terry. I have my pre-op meeting on 12/23 and I have to do a 10 day Protein pre-op diet....which is making me VERY nervous...does anyone have any suggestions as to what the best tasting/favorite Protein Drink out there might be...one that preferably makes you feel full longer...?

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kraney    219

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Congratulations on your approval!! Best of luck with your surgery :)

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ABLOND    92

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Not yet...I go on the 23rd to learn all about that fun part...lol..I do know it's 10 days and it's some kind of Protein drink...

Be excited!!! Do you have a pre-op diet? Good Luck!!!

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Bkhuffman    28

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Visalus - you have to order it online but let me tell you its the best EVER! lowest sugar, carb, high Protein, Fiber, great taste NO after yuck. Let me know if you want my link to order it. $99.00 for 1 months supply - money back guarantee if you don't like it. Karen - I drink it daily, as does my husband and our diabetic daughter who swears by it for being the most "filling" - keeps her sugar in-check too!

Thanks Terry. I have my pre-op meeting on 12/23 and I have to do a 10 day Protein pre-op diet....which is making me VERY nervous...does anyone have any suggestions as to what the best tasting/favorite Protein Drink out there might be...one that preferably makes you feel full longer...?

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lisacaron    5,075

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I used Premier Protein it's 30 grams of Protein and low in sugar. You can pretty much find them everywhere now. They are not expensive and do not leave a nasty after taste.

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Bandista    7,466

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Congratulations! What a great way to start 2014!

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The Icy One    518

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I've been approved by my insurance (PEIA) to have lap band surgery. My surgery has been scheduled for January 10th. What do I do now/first? Scared.....excited...!!! :rolleyes:

Yay!

Just follow the instructions given to you, relax and enjoy the ride. It may feel like a long time to go... It will go fast! That last month before my surgery flew! :D

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forwardlooking    36

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What all do you go through with doctors and insurance to get approved for the lap band inn in the first stages I want to know what I'm in for!

All the Insurance Co are different. Your doctor will check your health.

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The Icy One    518

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Can you drink soda after you get it done?

Not at first... Some surgeons say never. Give it time.

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kll724    3,055

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Way to go! New year, new you!Congats!

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