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plopez    77

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Hi, My name is Amber, I live near Austin and I am having my LapBand on June 6th. I'm less than two weeks away now. I'm a bit nervous and excited. I've seen some really good results but my mom had a really bad experience so lots of emotions going on.

See you tomorrow Amber

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plopez    77

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Plopez, I'm not sure. I will certainly fill you in on my experience, so you'll know what to expect. I hope it's not too much, cuz from what it sounds like; it's hard to get the 4 oz of liquid down an hour as expected.

Your having yours tomorrow right ??? Keep in touch

Its gonna be awesome !!!

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newme62633    13

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The Barium swallowing test isn't so bad. I had that done about t month ago. It doesn't taste all that great but you don't have to drink a lot. What was the worse to me is that they give you something like pop rocks and tell you not to burp when all you want to do it burp.

I am patiently waiting for my office to finally submit the referral into the insurance for surgery. I finished my 6 months of classes back in April and I have finally completed all the pre-op testing that they have required from me. My birthday is at the end of June so maybe that will be my birthday gift to finally have my surgery. I am over this waiting

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plopez    77

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The Barium swallowing test isn't so bad. I had that done about t month ago. It doesn't taste all that great but you don't have to drink a lot. What was the worse to me is that they give you something like pop rocks and tell you not to burp when all you want to do it burp. I am patiently waiting for my office to finally submit the referral into the insurance for surgery. I finished my 6 months of classes back in April and I have finally completed all the pre-op testing that they have required from me. My birthday is at the end of June so maybe that will be my birthday gift to finally have my surgery. I am over this waiting

Thanks for sharing. 4days for me ...yayyy

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Weeviegurl    81

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@plopez...Yep, tomorrow's the day for me! Yippee! I will try to jump on here and fill you in. Good luck to you and Amber Friday! I'm glad you two are gonna be able to do this together. How cool that is! :)

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plopez    77

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@plopez...Yep, tomorrow's the day for me! Yippee! I will try to jump on here and fill you in. Good luck to you and Amber Friday! I'm glad you two are gonna be able to do this together. How cool that is! :)

I know it blows me away that we have the same Dr and same day surgery.

Take care

It will be fine !!!

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plopez    77

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Weeviegirl

Where are you? How are you ?

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Weeviegurl    81

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Surgery went well, have my fluoscopy, and just need to do at least 2 rounds of walking and the 4 oz of liquid. Ever one has been super awesome here at Rose Medical Center.

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plopez    77

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Awesome

I'm so happy for you!!

So... Not too bad ?? Lol

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Weeviegurl    81

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It was pretty smooth. I had a little pain when I was first in recovery and they gave me 2 doses of anti-pain and nausea via IV. I'm still a bit groggy, and the dry - mouth is insane! The barrium swallow was easy-peazy, I was in and out. They gave me about 2 oz of the drink and also a sip of Water for how yuckie it tastes. They let me leave with only one round of monitored liquids. I was offered a wheel chair or to walk. I walked all the way through the hospital and out to the car in the parking garage. It felt great! I'm home and taking care of myself. About ready to have something to drink and take a stroll.

Overall, had a really good day and the Docs and nurses were so kind and super awesome at Rose Medical Center. They made it a good and memorable experience.

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Junebug36    154

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Getting nervous. I love that you walked to your car afterwards, weevie! I hope to do the same. I have pre-op on Friday! I just wish I could shake the nerves and enjoy the fact Im actually doing it.

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Weeviegurl    81

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Thanks Junebug36! I was quite impressed that the fact that I was offered the choice.

You will do great.

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plopez    77

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Well I'm heading to San Antonio tomorrow and Friday is the day. I'm soooo excited but worried about slowing down on the eating and drinking.

I have not cheated 1 time in 13 days.

I GOT THIS!!!

But you can still say a prayer for me. Lol

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Makinchanges4me    44

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Glad to hear that everyone is doing well. I have my surgery scheduled for August in S.A. Tx. Can't wait!

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plopez    77

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I'm at True Results , San Antonio

About to have my EGD

TOMORROW IS THE DAY!!!

So excited...

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