PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

Leaving the house for surgery by myself, husband got a tummy bug, don't want that, so ready for this, see you in the post op room, good luck to all. To thine own self be true Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm getting sleeved November 15th! I'm so excited! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I went to my weigh in appointment I supposed to lose a least 50 pounds before surgery I did lose 10 of that now I have just 40 more to go and my next appointment in 6 weeks I want to make weight by then dose anyone have any suggestions to help me do it quicker I've been doing my shake diet . Sent from my iPod touch using the BariatricPal App

Day 5 of Optifast. Is it normal to be using the washroom so much? This is insane. I drink a shake and then have to go like 5 minutes later. Wow Sent from my SGH-I317M using the BariatricPal App

I finally got my date today! I will be getting my surgery on March 9th!!! I am so excited and 100 things are running through my head! Any advice from people who have already had the surgery? Any one else getting theirs done in March??

I feel like I've read people posting that gum can't be chewed during liquid diet. I wasn't told that by my surgeon. Why would you not be allowed to chew gum? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Just had my treadmill stress test. I think i did pretty good. If everything looks good, dr will write clearance letter. Just one more step to surgery. Only thing is, for my psychologist clearance, i have to pay out of pocket as my insurance (Cigna) doesnt cover it. Crazy but it's ok. Sacrifices are gonna be worth it. Sent from my A450TL using the BariatricPal App

I asked my doctor about how much you are going to cut off my stomach. He said 50 or 55% only . I thought that is not much . I have heard lots of people saying 80% off . What do you think ??? I think this is so little and it won't do me good . My current weight is 365 lbs Sent from my SGH-I337M using the BariatricPal App

Just wondering whether is scheduled for Gastric Sleeve surgery on the 21st October 2016? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I can't figure out how to enter my info... Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have been with a doctor to discuss treatment options for my spider and varicose veins. I have approval and all the stuff necessary to get started, but it's a long process. Is this something that can be done before weight loss surgery? Has anyone done it that way? I have heard conflicting responses, so I don't know if I should just wait or go ahead with it. I'll be asking my surgeon next week, but I was curious what anyone else had done or heard about.

Since my motorcycle accident I have done nothing but gain weight! I'm afraid my NUT is going to tell me I'm not ready for this. I'm so stressed out I can't do anything but walking and I'm hungry constantly! Seems like no matter what I do my body will not let go! Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App

My mom is wanting to have the gastric sleeve surgery and looking for any surgeons in the Portland Oregon area that someone would recommend. Thanks

So I know that a lot of the time your tastes change, which is probably a good thing, so i dont want to get too ahead of myself BUT.... I really dislike, even hate, a lot of fake sugar (splenda, stevia etc) I dont mind a few Protein powderss with splenda in it thank god, however I thought id be proactive and try a few additives like sugar free torrani (i got the pumpkin flavor) and i tried that today, holy hell it was awful! So now I'm worried, what if i continue to hate the taste of almost all the sugar free stuff? It sounds as though sugar free Popsicles and Jello are really staples for a while. Sorry for rambling, i think my question is, what do you eat if you c…

Where can I find the premix bottles of Isopure other than online? Any stores carry them? Favorite Protein waters?? Getting closer. Pre op liquid diet starts Monday. Bypass scheduled for 10/24. Excited!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm starting day 5 of a 14 day liquid diet. I tried drinking a shake with my night time meds and it didn't work out. I got so sick. I'm supposed to have food with it. The next night I drank the shake and about 30 minutes ate a small banana and it went well. I figured that was better than just picking something up to eat. Surgery date 10/25. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Well day 3 of my Optifast out of my 4 weeks. I am struggling today I took a nibble of my 3 yr Olds pizza like a tiny nibble. Is this going to affect me?? I feel so guilty so so guilty. It's not going to happen again!! Please no judgement I just want to know I'm not a complete mess up. This is the hardest thing I've ever done. Feed my kids and not eat with them. My will power is being tested. Sent from my SGH-I317M using the BariatricPal App

Hi guys, I'm jay. I'm just starting my wls journey. I've interviewed several amazing doctors in my area. But i'm still struggling to decide what surgery option is best for me. I'm torn between the sleeve and gastric bypass. One dr. Recommended the sleeve for me, and another recommended the bypass. So with that said i wanted to hear from everyone. How did you decide which surgery was best for you? If you're already post op what side effects did you have, if any? I just want to know exactly what to expect. Thank you all in advance for taking the time to read this and answer any of my questions. Best of luck to all of you on your journey. Sent from my iPhone …

Surgery in 48 hours, can't believe it's happening. Michelle

I don't know why I waited until Day 5 of my 2 week liquid diet to try this. It's amazing! I feel like I'm actually eating real food again!

My BMI is right at 35 (I have diabetes among other things), anyone with a lower BMI wanna share your experience? I'm wondering with a lower BMI were you worried about losing to much weight? Or were there any other complications due to the BMI? Thanks Ren

I am on the one meal a day & 2 shakes stage... How do you manage being so hungry? I have been doing the shakes to keep me not as hungry, but throughout the day I often wonder about what to eat knowing that I can't... how do you deal? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am away in college and will be coming home tomorrow & I will be staying home for a week before I return to school. I will be home for almost a week & a half. What are a good idea of things to take home with me and the hospital? Although I'll be there for one day.. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Who's ready?!?! I AM!!!! October 6th is my surgery date! I begin my pre op clear liquid diet September 29th! When is your surgery?! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am on the milk diet..basically slim fast diet for 2 weeks. It's only my second day and to be honest I'm missing eating ...is this natural ? Because I work from home food has always been around and I've had to be so disciplined. I feel so down does this get any better ? I just need some guidance and support if you could give me some support it will be welcome. Thanks Sent from my SM-G900F using the BariatricPal App

I'm 7 days into my 14 day pre-op diet. My surgeons office uses Bariatric Advantage Meal Replacement shakes, and I made the mistake of getting 2 bags of chocolate Protein powder. I was actually ok the first couple days. Now I'm so sick of these shakes that I have no clue how I'm going to finish out the next week. I went on BA's website and bought small packets of the other flavors just to see if I could change it up. But the problem is I'm really sick of SWEET flavors. The Protein Shakes, popsicles, jello- so over all of it. I've been make by homemade beef broth and have chicken and beef bouillon, but even those are starting to get old. It's getting to the point whe…

What are the most important questions to ASK on VSG surgery consultation? Sent from my SM-N910T using the BariatricPal App

Did any one have a 'last meal' before surgery? If so was it before or during your pre op diet? Im on my pre op diet but I want to eat something a little off the diet to Celebrate but I ain't sure. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My one year surgiversary. I couldn't be happier. Down 115## since I started this journey. I'm still not at goal but I m not losing hope. I got a new outfit for today. I was a bit over dressed but hey I was celebrating me and my success. Side by side pic is one year apart. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi I'm new to this but I would like to share my journey so far I had to attend a session which I did then I had my first appointment on October 11th 2016 it went better then I expect I seen the doc n the dietitian that went well n now I'm scheduling my testing n I have my first weigh in apt on October 25th 2016 so that's where I'm at in my journey right now so I wish everyone luck that's on this journey with me god bless :thumbup: Sent from my HTC Desire 626s using the BariatricPal App

Hi, all! In a couple of hours, I am going to see a surgeon to find out more information about getting a gastric bypass done. I have to be honest here- I'm a bit nervous. It has been difficult for me to come to this important decision, but I feel that it's gotten to the point where it is undeniable that I need help with my health and my weight. One of the main issues keeping me from pursuing this 110% has been my three and a half year old son, who has special needs and has to attend therapies a few times a week. I worry because I might not be able to help him or to be as hands on with him as much as he needs (or even pick him up), and don't want it to all fall on m…

Hello - I've started with my appointments - 1st appt. with intake nurse done, and this Monday Nutritionist. Soon after that Psych and Nurse again. Then it'll be 3 months before I see a surgeon, a further 6-8 months to surgery. So - I have plenty of time to wrap my mind around the surgery. It worries me that I feel even more reluctance to have the surgery now than I did a couple of months ago. I just cannot imagine actually going into surgery and I can't wrap my mind around my life after surgery. Is this a common feeling? I'm very focussed currently on whether I will indeed appreciate the more slender me. I keep feeling like I will regret it like nothing else in m…

I'm 7 days from surgery and I got weighed today and had gained 1.4 lbs! I swear on all that is holy that I have stuck to this liver reduction diet. 5 shakes a day, 64 oz of Water and some crystal lite which my nut said was ok. Six days without food and I gain...how is this possible? So upset right now. Sent from my SM-T230NU using the BariatricPal App

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I have been gaining, gaining, gaining weight steadily for over a year now. I would work hard and lose a pound or two, even ten pounds once when I had a terrible stomach flu, but then gain it right back and keep on gaining. Now that I have my surgery consult set up, I am suddenly losing weight! What the hell? I need to keep my BMI up right now. It does me no good to lose just enough to get down to a BMI of 39.9 My consult with the surgeon, and my first dietician visit, is tomorrow. Then I need to have a second dietician visit at least 30 days later. Will it be OK if I lose a little weight between the two visits? Has anyone been turned down for surgery because their BMI…

Please don't judge me but I enjoy my beer and marijuana and occasionally cocaine in very small doses. I'm a very social person and I have a lot of friends and we like to have a good time. I know that my alcohol intake will change dramatically but if I do a little Coke or smoke some weed, how will this effect my new stomach and my tolerance. This is a very serious question so please be understanding. Thank you everyone Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I can't believe a month has gone by already!! Seems like just yesterday i was walking terrified into that OR! On a sad note, my weight loss seems to have halted. Is this normal ? What is the average weight loss for being a month out? I know everyone is different but i'm so worried! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Just wondering what kind of Protein shakes everyone is using, and what you're "eating" on the pre-op liquid diet. I start my 2-week pre op liquid fast in one week. I got some "Muscle Milk light" protein powder, some Proti-Diet soups, sugar free pudding and Jello. Any others I should be thinking of? Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was talking with a friend of mine tonight about all of the changes I have been making and when I told her no caffeine she asked why. Ya know I didn't have an answer for that. Then it occurred to me I don't remember being told why in any of my classes or appointments. Besides the fact that it isn't good for you, does anyone know any other reasons why we cut out caffeine ? Sent from my SM-T230NU using the BariatricPal App

I am super nervous the closer i get. I have my first consult with the surgeon on oct 20th and i have already done all the tests and requirements so i dont know what to expect for a timeline for when my surgery might be. Im a big planner and this is driving me crazy not knowing. Anyone on here feel like sharing how long from meeting with the surgeon to actually having the surgery that you had to wait? Sent from my LGMS631 using the BariatricPal App

So, tomorrow morning I will be having my Gastric Sleeve surgery. I am feeling all sorts of emotions, which I think is normal. I almost started crying at the grocery store a few days ago because I couldn't have pretty much anything they had. I was ready to cancel my surgery and have a sandwich! I calmed myself down and got myself back on track. I am proud to say I did not have a sandwich, I have followed a liquid only diet FAITHFULLY for 10 days and have lost 13 pounds. I have a great support system, and am looking forward to being able to fit into clothes that are not plus sized! Oh, man...don't think I'll be able to sleep tonight!

So I received the letter and also got a phone call that I have been approved.. they are just waiting for me to get my blood work and upper GI as my last medical clearance steps. But I find myself eating everything in sight as a last goodbye to food. I know it is not a good way to go but I can't seem to get into the right mind set. Like I am not mentally prepared. I don't know what to pack for the hospital idk I just feel lost lol. I need like a set schedule and to start working out before hand, I'm not one to schedule my life so I don't know where to start ???? Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I don't think my appointment can come soon enough. My consultation is November 8. I am going crazy waiting for it to get here. I just want to get everything started. It seems like it is forever away! I need a plan and details and right now I have none of that and am waiting. I can't be the only one who is having this problem or has went through it! Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App

I am having surgery in Feb and have been finding lots of great information here! I have noticed that many mention sugar free popsicles and other SF items. I am sensitive to artificial sweeteners but can use stevia. Is there anyone else that does not use artificial sweeteners and what do you eat-especially right after surgery? Thank you!

Alright so my surgery date is the 17th. I started my high Protein low carb diet today. I have 14 days until surgery. My first (probably of many) dilemma has surfaced: I want to get drunk. I'm not an alcoholic or anything...i drink once a week at most. But tomorrow I have a concert and I wanted to drink with my friends before hand. Not a lot and nothing crazy. Just a few drinks before going in. Idk if this is a completely terrible idea or if having a few drinks can slide. I need guidance. Help. Advice. Wisdom. Please somebody guide me. Thank you all in advanced Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi all...my surgery date (October 17) is quickly approaching, and I sort of feel alone??? I feel like the only people that support me is my family. It's not that my friends don't support me, but they don't ask me about surgery or even really seem to care. Whenever I tell someone new, they just try to talk me out of it. It's so unbelievably frustrating. Idk this is supposed to be an exciting time for me but it's hard when I feel like no one even gives a shit. And even when I try to tell people about it, they lack any understanding. I'm just sort of at a loss here. Idk if I'm asking for help or just ranting. Thanks for letting me vent Sent from my iPhone using the Baria…

My job is not very understanding or lenient when it comes to going to my appointments. I have basically exhausted time off and being able to go. I have completed everything that is needed of me but since I switched clinics my new surgeon wants me to see his psych and then I will be done. I have already been cleared with the one that I have saw but they want me to see theirs. I am truly at a lost of what to do because a month ago I told them that I had an appointment on the 19th and it would be my last appointment and they are refusing to give me that time off. I am in jeopardy of losing my job and I just don't know what to do. Please give me some insight and recommendatio…

I was on a low card diet 3month before I started. My program and lost about 20 pounds and another 7 since starting my proggrom and did not lose any last meeting the i am looking to have my sleeve in November. In am scared of gaining Water before my surge. Sent from my VS425PP using the BariatricPal App

I am not on the insurance that covers it until January so I haven't seen the surgeon yet. So my question is if I start in January then have to do 90 days of appointments about when am I looking at a possible surgery? Pending I am approved of course?

Very pleased so far, but vsg not until April 17. Thoughts about Tufts Boston? Sent from me to you!