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My first post… my gastric sleeve date is April 8 and I’m really nervous. I also have Crohns and I’m worried I will have issues with the 3 weeks of slim time.
anyone have good recipes for slim time?
So happy to have found you all!
Nice to meet you, SleeveApril82022. My surgery date is April 5th. My sister has Crohn's and didn't know if she could have the surgery or not. I asked one of the other surgeons in my weight loss clinic if she was cleared to have surgery with Crohn's, and he said it shouldn't be a problem. But, finally hearing from someone who has it too, I can now tell my sister she is good to go on getting the surgery. Have you asked your dietitian about what to eat during slim time?

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PurpleAngel73,

I have spoken with a dietitian about what to eat and they said to follow the normal protocol and to call if I had problems.
I was approved for the gastric sleeve so I’m sure your sister would be similar.
I still have to do an endoscopy and another ct scan just to make sure they can manoeuvre around a large cyst I have. I also have PCOS. So keep my in your thoughts for the next few tests!

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Hello everyone!

I am currently waiting on my surgery date, but I assume it will be April! Looking forward to sharing our journeys together.

Dawn

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On 2/17/2022 at 5:37 AM, need to loose weight said:

Pretty worried about the 2 weeks liquid diet prior to surgery. I guess it’s good practice? And ideas on food/drinks to have? Any good tips?

I just purchased a lot of Soup packs, and drink packs from bariatricpal to have stocked and ready to go. I am a quick meal person. I can't stand to take any time prepping meals, or cooking long elaborate Soups.

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32 minutes ago, SleeveApril82022 said:

Lol I am a quick meal type person as well. The clinic I am going to only gave me the option of chocolate or vanilla slim time. But we can add extracts like strawberry or vanilla to make them taste better.

Wow! No flexibility at all? I would assume one would be allowed to at least have clear broths in addition to the Protein Drinks.

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PurpleAngel73,
I have spoken with a dietitian about what to eat and they said to follow the normal protocol and to call if I had problems.
I was approved for the gastric sleeve so I’m sure your sister would be similar.
I still have to do an endoscopy and another ct scan just to make sure they can manoeuvre around a large cyst I have. I also have PCOS. So keep my in your thoughts for the next few tests!

I definitely will keep you in my thoughts and prayers . I'm sure you will make it through. You seem determined and I like that in a person who's trying to change themselves for the better. Keep up the great work and I will have a talk with my sister about making a change for her health. Good luck and may God be forever on your side.

Sherie

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On 2/22/2022 at 1:05 AM, PurpleAngel73 said:

I'll be praying for you that you get yours done in April. Where are you from and what surgery are you getting done for your weight loss? Congrats on getting this far pre-op!

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Hi!!!

I'm from PA! and I'm getting revision to bypass due to GERD. Thank you so much! I'm PENDED to get a surgery date today!!!!

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I got my surgery date! April 6th! So excited and so thankful to have this opportunity!!

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On 2/13/2022 at 11:25 AM, Crinkles said:

Hey all!!

Thought it would be nice to have a thread for everyone whose having surgery in April!

My sleeve is booked in for 12th April!..

Currently feeling really excited a tad nervous!

Look forward to getting to know everyone!

Shelley x

What a fantastic idea! I hope to do something similar when I get my date! Love this :D

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My surgery April 13 2022 very excited to start new and healthier chapter of my life. 2 week Optifast date 31 March.

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Hi! April 19 vsg here! Very nervous about the 2 week pre op diet and managing that while returning to work after 2 years working at home. Wondering how long most of you are taking off from work after your procedure?

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Hi all, i am having gastric bypass surgery around the 1st week of April. I will have my exact date in a couple of weeks. I am really excited to get started. I have been doing high Protein low carb diet for a few months and have lost 45lbs. Its a good start. Looking forward to getting to know y'all

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I got my date for April 6th for my SIL VSG!! Anyone else willing to share where they are having theirs done? Any Mexico peeps in April?

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