Dee~Dee 107 Posted November 27, 2016 My surgery date is December 7, and I live in Marietta, Ga. I am currently grappling with the headaches and diarrhea that the liquid diet is causing, How are you doing with your liquid diet? Hey hun. So sorry to hear you're struggling a bit. I haven't had any diarrhea yet. But the headaches are the devil..lol. I just keep telling myself it will pass. It's definitely a FIGHT aint it ! Are you getting Protein? Sent from Dee~Dee via BariatricPal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dee~Dee 107 Posted November 27, 2016 (edited) @@anndriar15 Welcome!!! I found this forum to be very informative in the short time that Ive been here and I think you'll like it. Congrats on completing your requirements... I hope you get your approval real soon!! We should definitely keep in touch. If I can help with any questions please let me know. If possible please add/friend me. Sent from Dee~Dee via BariatricPal Edited November 27, 2016 by Dee~Dee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anndriar15 35 Posted December 20, 2016 @@Dee~Dee I wanted to check back with you, see how things were coming along with your journey? After weeks of waiting I finally received the call I was patiently waiting for... I'M APPROVED!!! I have Pre-Op tomorrow with Surgeon and Hospital, I'm excited but nervous for the weeks to come. All I can do is pray and ask for guidance. If you like to keep in touch my email is anndriar@gmail.com, talk soon :-)) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anndriar15 35 Posted December 20, 2016 @@100lbgoal I'm not to far from you I'm in the Camp Creek Area, I'm being sleeved on 1/20/17, but I'd love to have a few buddies for support. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dee~Dee 107 Posted December 30, 2016 @@Dee~Dee I wanted to check back with you, see how things were coming along with your journey? After weeks of waiting I finally received the call I was patiently waiting for... I'M APPROVED!!! I have Pre-Op tomorrow with Surgeon and Hospital, I'm excited but nervous for the weeks to come. All I can do is pray and ask for guidance. If you like to keep in touch my email is anndriar@gmail.com, talk soon :-)) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Hey hun @@anndriar15 ! Im doing well thanks for asking. Im a little down because my tastebuds changed soooo drastically and to be honest..All this sh!t Im trying to eat is nasty now. Im not interested in eating at all, so Im struggling to get fluids and Protein in It is quite an adjustment. My plus is Im dropping on the scale (of course). Congratulations on your approval!!! Do you have a date? Keep in touch. Sw 229 Cw 208 Sent from my 5054N using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anndriar15 35 Posted January 1, 2017 @@Dee~Dee I'm so elated everything went well with your surgery, I see it was on the 6th of December so you'll be coming up on one month post op, which is great!!! I'm scheduled for Jan 20th which will be approaching faster than I can blink... So I'm a little nervous, but excited at the same time, can you give me any insight? Especially on handling the Pre-Op Diet, Post-Op feelings, etc.. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dee~Dee 107 Posted January 1, 2017 Pre-op diet is challenging but Im convinced its mostly a 'mind' thing. I actually enjoyed the Protein shakes, they helped me feel really full. I kept away from the restaurants and stocked my fridge early. I also practiced on and off for a couple weeks prior to pre-op start. What kind of pre-op diet did your surgeon give you? Sent from my 5054N using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anndriar15 35 Posted January 2, 2017 Sounds Good!!! What type of Protein shakes did you get? I have Muscle Milk, in which I haven't tried yet, however I did try the Premier Protein brand and I enjoyed those... My pre-op diet consists of High Protein, low carb up until two-three days before surgery then I have to change up and do clear liquid... So my high protein diet should start tomorrow, in knowing that I kinda "BINGE ATE" for the past month or so, honestly I feel kinda sh*tty... I know better, but in my mind I had to get those last of the last meals in!!! So, starting Monday I have to really buckle down and train my mind to get on track because the 20th will be here before the blink of an eye!!! Any suggestions that you found helpful??? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NiecyBelle12 5 Posted January 2, 2017 Hey Ladies, Im in Atlanta too. Which Surgeon are you using? Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dee~Dee 107 Posted January 2, 2017 Hey Ladies, Im in Atlanta too. Which Surgeon are you using? Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App Hi there. I used Dr. Procter at Betline Surgical (formally Buckhead Surgical). Who are you using? Sent from my 5054N using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dee~Dee 107 Posted January 2, 2017 Sounds Good!!! What type of Protein shakes did you get? I have Muscle Milk, in which I haven't tried yet, however I did try the Premier Protein brand and I enjoyed those... My pre-op diet consists of High Protein, low carb up until two-three days before surgery then I have to change up and do clear liquid... So my high protein diet should start tomorrow, in knowing that I kinda "BINGE ATE" for the past month or so, honestly I feel kinda sh*tty... I know better, but in my mind I had to get those last of the last meals in!!! So, starting Monday I have to really buckle down and train my mind to get on track because the 20th will be here before the blink of an eye!!! Any suggestions that you found helpful??? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App I used Premier Protein. To be honest, they were delicious before surgery but after surgery I can barely stand to drink them. As for tips for pre-op I dont have much.... Im a very competitive person, so even though the battle was in my own head, I went into it like a battle. When I was tempted I would ask myself 'who's gonna win this thing... The old you or the happier new you?' Everyday that passed got easier and my confidence got stronger. Sent from my 5054N using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anndriar15 35 Posted January 2, 2017 @@NiecyBelle12 Hello!!!! I went through Peachtree Surgical and Bariatrics (Dr.Tuggle) surgery is scheduled for January 20th Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NiecyBelle12 5 Posted January 2, 2017 I have not chose a Doctor. Im in the very early stage of approval. Thanks Ladies. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anndriar15 35 Posted January 2, 2017 @@NiecyBelle12 We should keep in touch... Feel free to email me at anytime, I'd love to keep in touch, form a group of sleeve buddies here in Atlanta anndriar@gmail.com Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites