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Hi,

I am going to Mexico on June 21st. I have only told one person about my surgery, I dont know if I am embarressed, ashamed or what. All I know is that I am so excited I cant sleep. My heart is constantly racing. Does anyone have any advice on what I should bring that the dr. hasnt told me.

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Hi Rachel. Who's your doctor. My adivice is PACK LIGHT. You will have to take that stuff with you back to the airport. All you need is a book comfie jamies or sweat suit, & wear on the plane back what you wore there. Slippers. Some people bring an extra pillow for when they cough post-op. I didn't have one & didn't need it. I travelled alone (my husband couldn't come cuse of our kids & I hadn't told my mother yet),not that she would have been any help!. I was totally fine by myself & went from NY to Tijuana. I made friends there that I am still in touch with. Feel free to PM me. It's coming up soon, & you will do great!

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Thanks for the advice. I am going to see Dr. Sanchez in Monterrey. Only 2 days left. I see how much weight you have lost, and I am so happy for you. I am at 235, so just about the same start weight as you. Did you have your fill in TJ also, or did you do it locally, also how long did you wait?

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Hi, Rachel - I'm going to Monterrey for banding on July 1, by Dr. Sanchez too. Just wanted to say good luck!

Laura

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I hear great things about Dr. Sanchez.

I do not think you have a thing to worry about ,but as others said, pack light, maybe take along some GasX and liquid tylenol for the flight home.

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Michelle's right, I did forget about the liquid tylenol & gas-x. Absolute necessities. And yes, I did go back to TJ for my 1st fill. Feel free to PM me if you'd like. Best of luck and let us know how you do.

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