PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

Anyone having surgery January or February 2018 at Blosom Bariatrics in Las Vegas?

Curious if anyone NH people have gone through the CMC program, if not where did you go? Heard one negative and now i am freaking!

I’m on my second day of my 2week liquid diet before my surgery on the 23rd. Man, I’m struggling, but I haven’t cheated at all. When my husband was cooking supper, I thought I was going to lose it. I held my composure. Any one else cheat or wanted to?

Hello all my date is Jan 15th. I am excited and nervous all at the same time. Is that normal. I have to be honest all i think about is food on this pre op diet. But haven't cheated and not planning on it. I am only hurting myself if i do.

Howdy, I’m scheduled for surgery on 1/30/19 and am on day 9 of my 4 week liquid diet. The diet consists of 4 Bariatric Advantage shakes, 2 Bariatric Advantage protein bars, and either a small banana or 1 cup of skim milk per day. It’s been hard, but I’ve stuck to it and found I’m not hungry or hangry like I was the first 4-5 days. I lost 14lbs in the first week, yay! However, both yesterday and today I’ve gained a pound back. I’ve been told it could be water weight or a number of things, but it is so dang frustrating! Has anyone else encountered this? To try and help myself from going crazy I’ve decided to stop weighing myself everyday. But I’m worried if I gain…

Howdy, I’m scheduled for surgery on 1/30/19 and am on day 9 of my 4 week liquid diet. The diet consists of 4 Bariatric Advantage shakes, 2 Bariatric Advantage protein bars, and either a small banana or 1 cup of skim milk per day. It’s been hard, but I’ve stuck to it and found I’m not hungry or hangry like I was the first 4-5 days. I lost 14lbs in the first week, yay! However, both yesterday and today I’ve gained a pound back. I’ve been told it could be water weight or a number of things, but it is so dang frustrating! Has anyone else encountered this? To try and help myself from going crazy I’ve decided to stop weighing myself everyday. But I’m worried if I gain…

So I have one week to go until my revision from Band to RNY. I have been toldnot to do a preop diet but just to stick to clean eating!! I am extremely happy about that and could have kissed the NUT when she told me that as I remember how awful the preop was before my band. But do you know how confusing clean eating is? Yes I know I need to steer away from processed foods and added sugars but apart from that there are so many different variations. I haven’t been told no carbs but I am trying to keep those to a minimum ( except veg). I’ve also given up alcohol. Hopefully that is enough!

I have scheduled with Pompeii surgical feb 20th anyone else around that timeframe?

This site has been a cold bucket of reality splashed right in my face. During the 6 months of classes and pre-surgery discussions, everything was presented to me as -- follow these rules, do these things and you'll have a smooth recovery. IF you do this you'll get dumping syndrome, so don't do that. You'll be fine. IF you do that you'll have horrible chest pains and shortness of breath, so don't do that. You'll be fine. Now I read posts all over about how people do follow the rules and they experience both. So I should expect at some point I'm going to get dumping syndrome, dry heaves, vomiting, and cramps. I can only hope they will be few and far between and I sh…

I GOT APPROVED!!!! Anyone else having surgery as there Christmas Present?! Surgery Next Friday! Leaving for the Hospital Thursday! Have a 5 hr Road Trip, do cleanse at the hotel Thursday night and a 3 day stay, be home Sun. 23! Anyone else have surgery out of town?! Also What did you pack?!!?

I have my surgery on yesterday afternoon. Surgery went really well. I woke up and it was a little nauseous for a while but they’ve been really good about controlling and so I didn’t throw up at all. I’m literally having no pain except for one area which is that my diaphragm. There is an incision really close to it so I can’t tell if it’s the incision that is making an egg or if it is trapped gas from the surgery. Either way it’s going very smoothly and I’m feeling pretty good now that the anesthetic has worn off. I’ve been walking a lot which is good and it appears they’re going to discharge me in about 10 hours from now. So I’m pretty stoked. Just want this diaphragm pai…

Hi everyone ! My name is Gia and I’m currently in the process of doing the Duodenal Switch. I’m 20 years old. 5’3 and about 345 lbs right now. I have been approved by my insurance but I need two more tests done before I get scheduled. I have a few questions for people who have already had the surgery , anything you wish you knew before you did it ? Anything I should remember to keep my head in the game ? Tips on the dealing / getting over the worst things ? Tips on mental health maintenance ? I’m sorry for asking so much considering I haven’t gotten the surgery yet but I’m doing a notebook beforehand. Thank you in advance !

I’m working on stopping my ridiculous 6-7 a day diet soda addiction to prepare for surgery in a month and I’m looking to see if any one had any tips or suggestions on weening yourself off to avoid experiencing the terrible withdrawal symptoms that I know are going to come. I know it’s not going to be completely avoidable, but maybe there’s a way where it won’t be so bad? Any tips or suggestions will be greatly appreciated. For some reason this is giving me lots of anxiety! I already quit smoking (going on 3 months!!!) so if I can do that I know can do this but I’m not looking forward to the headaches. Thanks in advance!

Ever since I was approved for surgery about 3 weeks ago, I have been eating so poorly. I have been eating every single thing I have convinced myself I will "never have again"... to the point of absurdity. Like a bucket list. I am eating worse than I ever have in my entire life, probably. I am really struggling to get on track. I had no weight loss requirement before surgery or anything, and my doctor knows I've gained weight but said it was okay at my last appointment with him. Because he said it was okay, my brain gave me a free leash to just go and eat whatever junk I can find. I'm struggling to stop. My lunch today was just a huge plate of potato and macaroni salad... …

Hello, I’m new here. I’m waiting to be scheduled to meet with the doctor about my surgery if everything goes well hopefully soon. I’ve been thinking about starting myself on a liquid diet for a few weeks to see if I can shed some pounds before heading into the docs office. Has anyone tried a liquid diet prior to the operation and did you have any success? I’m open to any suggestions! Thank you all ! ???

Hi everyone, I have just entered the world of WLS. I first visited my primary doctor (10/2018) and asked about WLS. He then referred me to a surgeon within the same clinic. I visited the surgeon (11/2018) to discuss WLS options and steps it takes to have surgery: 1- Referral to "Lighten Up Program" which is 3 or 6 month weight management program (I am required to do 3 months for insurance BCBS) 2- After completion of the program Health Ed will fax documents of program to their office 3- Authorization for physiological eval 4- Psychological Eval 5- Primary Physician Clearance (cardiac and pulmonary clearance if required) 6- Schedule an appoi…

Hi I'm Jessy! [emoji2] I have my informational class coming up soon for the gastric sleeve and starting the program! Id like to see how others webt through the program! What steps did you take before surgery and what you were required to do!! What do you eat? Basiclly everything [emoji23] im 5'5 275lbs im quitting smoking tomorrow and excited to start this journey!!

I started my pre op diet on Wednesday, but I have been having leg cramps last night was the worst had me up 5 times. As anyone else had this? What can I do for this.

I'm in the beginning stages for the gastric surgery... I have my doctors appointment with my PPC Monday:.. I have staywell insurance... can anyone tell me their experience with staywell and what exactly you needed to do??? My stats are 5'3" and cw 252 lbs

Is there anybody seeing or has seen Dr Cronk at Erlanger Metabolic and Bariatrics in Chattanooga TN? I have my first consult Jan 18 what should I expect? How was your experience?

Never mind, got my answer

OK so I plan on telling people close to me that I'm doing the RNY however, there are some people such as my ex husband and his horrible new wife I do NOT want to tell. The problem is that he still comes over now and then to see the kids and I absolutely refuse to tell him I'm doing this so I need an excuse. (Basically an excuse as to why I am totally unavailable for a few days/weeks). I've already had my gallbladder removed so thats out. Anyone have to make up a cover story with a fake surgery? Im worried that I'll have to tell certain people I had, for example, my appendix removed, and then like magic weight just starts falling off of me. Is there even any…

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I am so disgruntled. I had a recent post about how my husband is not supportive but he has reached a new low. He just told me that I am using drastic measures to become skinny and " he doesn't like skinny women". When I first got with my husband I weighed 145 lbs. I'm 5'6. So I I was pretty small then. Well fast forward twenty one years and 3 kids later ...my highest weight was 242 lbs. I am insulted by this so badly. I told him if you don't like the size I become then you have the option of leaving then. I'm so tired of this ish. Everyday he is putting me down about this surgery and I know I may have some tough patches post op and I know he is going to lavish in that so …

I just wanted to share a positive review of aamc's clinic. Dr Gandsas is great and his whole team are really great and helpful. Anne Arundel Medical Center is a great place to get wls if you live near Maryland.

Hello All, My surgery date for the Roux en y gastric bypass is 11/1/18. My original surgery date was 10/11/18 in which I completed 11 days of my 3 week pre op diet ( which consists of 4 protein shakes a day, 2 protein bars, 1 small banana, up to 3 servings of sugar free jello, low sodium broth, and of course clear liquids). Now when I first did the diet the first time I followed it very strictly and did not cheat at all. This is now my second time doing the pre op liquid diet which my doctor wants me to do 2 weeks instead of 3 this time around. I "cheated" and had Vietnamese Pho broth only the broth and I am freaking out that I really screwed my self. I haven't devia…

Hey Everyone! With a surgery scheduled for 1/17, I am starting my 2-week Pre-OP liquid diet today. I am allowed no solids, and with the exception of unlimited sugar free liquids and jello and broth, I can only have 1 egg, 1/2 cup ricotta cheese and 1 cup of yogurt daily. Any suggestions or words of wisdom to add variety into the next two week?!

My insurance does not cover bariatric surgery and I'm strongly considering going to have it done in Mexico. I know a few people who did that and it has been a success. I know there are risks, but I feel the benefits may outweigh the risks. I'm just not able to lose weight on my own. I've lost 130lbs before but gained it all back. I feel I need a medical intervention. I cannot afford to self pay. any advice would be helpful thanks

Greetings, I received my surgery date in mid December. It took about four weeks with the Thanksgiving holiday to get approval from my insurance company. My pre-op diet is not a full liquid diet thankfully. There is an emphasis on protein shakes, but I am also allowed to have hard boiled eggs, low fat yogurt, fruit, and frozen meals such as Lean Cuisine, etc. I will have to stop having decaf coffee as of the 31st as I drink it with milk, though I can have decaf tea with stevia. I haven't lost a ton of weight previous to this, but I have done a good job cutting out sugar and caffeine. The holidays were a little touch and go but they are over now. I know it will all be…

Having gastric bypass on 11/1/2018. I got approved for my surgery within 3 months and NO weight loss prior to was required. I've actually gained 10 lbs because I've been eating "all the things I won't be able to have" over the last month. My surgeon doesn't seem to care, though, and says I'll lose it in the 2 weeks leading up to surgery on the pre-op diet. I start the pre-op semi-liquid diet on October 16th. I am 29 yrs old, 5'3" and 280lbs. I don't have any comorbidities except a questionable diagnosis of pseudotumor. I am worrying for a few reasons... My biggest worry at the moment is the shakes. I LOVED the whey shakes, especially Nectar. But, turns out, I a…

Hi all! I'm on day 3 of the pre-op diet and have to drink two bottles of Isopure on the day before surgery. Does anyone have any recommendations on flavors they like or didn't like? Thanks in advance!

Hello All, just wondering if anyone had to get a pulmonary clearance from your doctor prior to surgery ?

I’ll be having my sleeve with Dr. Hussain (hopefully) end of October or early November. Anyone else having their surgery there?

Pre-op diet starts tomorrow... any advice?

Hi all, I've got a couple questions to pose for you all! Does anyone here have hard, lumpy or 'ropey' fat? It's something I've been meaning to ask around about for a long time, but never had a chance. This is something I suffer from, and it's really only felt like that in maybe the last 3-4 years of my life. (I'm 33 now.) Is this something that just comes with being quite large or is it abnormal? My second question, I also have little lumps and nodules of fat all over my body that are *very* painful. I have brought them up to a doctor several times that just handwaves them as lipomas (or fatty nodules) but everything I've read claims they shouldn't hurt, whereas…

So I'm almost done with the Purge. Got rid of almost everything in the pantry, fridge and freezer (donated to the local bread pantry and friends) except that which I will continue to be on for the remainder of my pre-surg liquid diet and what I will be on post-op. I left microwave popcorn - although my gut told me not to...LOL. But my husband asked pretty please. I just requested that he NOT make it while I am at home and not pre-surgery. I don't think I can take the smell. It's too tempting!! ? I also left what my husband will be eating. Basic staples, etc. Did all of this while I ate my sugar free popsicle - which btw was pretty tasty.

What pain meds were you given? I just had my preop and was given diladid...seems like overkill and honestly like whoa!

Looking at staying in US Midwest preferred for self pay gastric sleeve. Does anyone know of any facility/doctor that does this?

hello fellow wls patients! I am so excited, finally after 3 months of denials and trials, I am approved! My surgery is set for January 7th, 2019. Darn insurance really just wanted me to pay the deductible and out of pocket maximum again I know it! I'm very excited and not nervous at all. One thing that makes my situation different than some, is I am breastfeeding! Shes now 5 months old and about to start some solids next month. Although, mamas milk is number 1 nutrition. My surgeon, lactation support person and babies pediatric dr are all supportive. The main thing for me is fluids, fluids, fluids! My milk never fluctuates even at 500 calories, I eat a lot of protei…

Ok so I'm on my third day of a Dr ordered 2 week pre-op liquid diet. I WILL NOT cave in - I don't want to do anything to screw up my chances of having surgery! This is carved in stone for me. I am so nauseous and tired today, and what I feel like doing is curling up in the fetal position laying in bed and hibernating until surgery date. Does it get easier? Any tips on making this a less torturous experience? ?

So I just got out of surgery yesterday and come home today and I’m starving. My stomach is growling like I never had it...is that normal? Water and ice pops aren’t doing it for me. I may be having surgery remorse.

Anyone know a good clock app so keep track of my 6 times a day to eat/drink? Also a move app would be helpful as well. I know, sounds dumb. [emoji29]

My DS surgery is scheduled for Wednesday and today I cheated on my pre-op diet! I had some chicken wings and pizza for dinner [emoji31] I know I need to look into getting help with not giving in to the food but does anyone think I messed up my surgery? I am supposed to be drinking two shakes a day and one lean meat meal with veggies.

It's just about 12 hours before I have to report to registration for my surgery, and I'm starting to get anxious. I'm afraid of not getting the surgery for one reason or another. Maybe something will come up and the surgeon will have to cancel. Maybe my liver didn't shrink enough (or at all), and they'll stop the process. Basically, I'm afraid something will happen and I won't get my surgery. And I know it's silly to worry about such a thing, but I do. I can't help it.

Don't know if I'm ready. [emoji19]

I’ve been checking off the required behavioral changes for surgery, and I’m getting very close. I have 2 more dietician appointments and about 6 more pounds to lose, so we are probably looking at mid-February for surgery. My psychologist appt. is on Friday. I’m a bit nervous about that, though I’ve been assured that it’s all fine. It’s just an unknown. As surgery gets closer, it’s starting to feel more real. I am still trying to wrap my head around what I’m getting ready to do. It’s such a huge decision. I am quite sure that it’s the right one, but it is permanent. I can’t say that my food choices have been perfect over the past couple of months. But, they’ve not bee…

I have my surgery date it's January 15. I have to have RNY with a little more. I'm on the scared side mainly because of age and health, some of the same reason I'm having surgery...lol. Try to keep a positive attitude.

Ive been on a 14-day preop diet, 7 days full liquids no food, 7 days clear liquid no food. I have NOT cheated. Now I'm on the 3 days of clear liquid so 10 days of fasting thus far. I was so bad by day 7 developed the shakes, got light head and stumbled a few times catching myself before I fainted. I'm only getting about 800 or less a day calories, 70 avg (some days lower some days higher) carbs. I'm not in ketosis and I have not lost a pound. I haven't gained but I have not lost. There is no way my liver is shrinking.. I'm just suffering. Im one of those people if I don't eat I don't lose weight. When I was in Weight Watchers, if I didn't eat all my points for th…

Im having my surgery in a week and two days im nervous. This liquid diet is challenging. My family is clearly not changing their eating habits. So its hard to sip chalk shakes and watery soup on robard. The cinnamon bars are the best. Im just ready ready ready. Im 282.3 as of today.

I'm finally moving forward and have my first appointment with a surgeon on 12/28. Let the journey begin! [emoji15]