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After months of wavering between the Sleeve and Bypass I FINALLY decided to proceed with the Bypass. I'm so nervous and scared at the same time. lol Now I just need prepare for surgery since my support is lacking.

I start my pre-op diet on 6/29 just not sure which one I want to try. The Slim Fast High Protein, EAS Complete Protein, or Neolife shake powder. Have anyone tried these? Which one did you prefer?

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Hello Nyseness,

Im Michelle. I am currently pondering between the sleeve and bypass. May I ask you what made you decide the bypass? I need to lose I think 8 more lbs before letting the Drs' know. =) Congrats on your surgery date!

Michelle

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Hi Michelle,

Because it's the "Gold Standard" of WLS. I figured if I'm going to do this and spend all this money I might as well do it the right way. I only want to do this once! I seen people who had the Sleeve and is struggling to maintain the weight years later. I think it gives you too much room to make a mistake and with my sweet tooth it wouldn't work. I never had a problem with Portion Control, it's the poor food choices.

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Awesome, thank you for taking the time to respond. I'm leaning towards bypass but still like to see the options. Good luck and positive vibes!!

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It's nice to see someone else was wavering between the two as well. My surgery is July 20th and just like you I choose the bypass because it is the gold standard and has more long term studies to show its success.

The only reason sleeve is still an option is because I get headaches /migraines frequently and worry about not having NSAIDs in my life again. My doctor said I could still take my Migraine medicine and we would discuss my choice at my pre op appt. Crazy that my decision won't be final till 4 days before my surgery.

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I have been getting Migraines most of my life as well and I worried about not being able to take NSAIDS but my doctor gave a list of other options, such as fioricet which is a great alternative. My RNY surgery is Monday- 2 days away!!

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