Cmsumom

Hi, At the time of my first consult back in Feb. he said he had done only 5 sleeves - but has extensive work with the lap-band- He said that from a surgery stand point the Sleeve was a lot easier to do - and he has another dr in there that has done more- but I didn't ask about their numbers- he didn't say he had any problems with them - just that the surgery was easier to perform than the band and he has done that for several years- over 1000 or more- Also - he said a lot of surgeons in the US have waited to do this procedure because they wanted to see more results over long term and make sure it was a good surgery for their patients.

Go to a few different seminars- there are several out there- to get a good feel for where is best for you.

Yep- been on all of it- if you overdo the stool softeners- it can have the same effect as laxative- the miralax you just sprinkle on your food and you never know you have taken it- it is gentle and is healthier for your body long term- at least that is what drs tell me.

NON scale VICTORY

WELL- unless you get what drug did Micheal Jackson take ? propinal- if they give you that when they put you out- you will wake up alert- like you had a really good nights rest- but usually they don't use that lol-

I asked just today- they said 32 mostly but in some cases they use a 34-

Hey- I am having mine at the same place- they say they use a 32- 34- depending on the person and surgery- Mystee can't wait to see how urs goes monday- I go on the 18th to get my EGB done and then surgery on the 2nd of May!

Well- since I have had a hysterectomy and then later surgery to have my ovaries and a large tumor removed- they know mommy has had surgery before- "to make me feel better" - So I plan to do the same on this one- mommy just doesn't feel good and this surgery is to help me to get to feeling better so I can be happier, healthier and we can do more things together- that's my story- my kids are 6 and 10- and definately if they asked more than that I would not lie to them-

Hey girls- I have had several surgeries- the bumps- are scar tissue forming- under several of my incisions there is still bumps after a few years now- the only time I had a stitch hang out like you described I had to go back in and get it surgically removed- that is your body rejecting an internal stitch and it works its way out of your body- might have it looked at- - but the bumps will take a long time to go away- you wont notice them much later on -

Wow- just really adjusting to this new way of life and then this to happen! You probably feel very overwelhmed- I will definately be praying for you! But like the others said- worry about your baby and at least Praise God you have this awesome tool that will keep you in check during your pregnancy and after! CONGRATS!!

Yep that was what I was thinking too- that you just have to really get rest afterwards- almost to the point where it just makes you - you cant stay awake.

Yeah- I don't know either- sounds like we should find out immediately!! lol

I have tried them and they are ok- its an aquired test- but all protein shakes are! Cost wise- great! Plus - I drank 3-4 a day a year or two ago and lost 30 lbs in one month on them! lol

I know I am in the same boat as you! I don't want to suck it all up for just testing! But my doctor and hospital said absolutely no working for 24hours- and I have a desk job also- but I also work in a 24/7 operation - so I can just trade my days off that week- sorry- I am sure you didn't want to hear that- ( I relate this to when I had a colonoscopy- its better to just go home and sleep and let the meds wear off)...

Wow! I thought jeans that much only the STARS wore them! lol= Congrats Girl!

FINALLY- after insurance approved me clear back on March 10th!! They FINALLY got the approval to my dr and so my surgery date is MAY 2nd!!

Your so funny! I saw that and thought the same thing- OMGoodness- one last meal!!!!

Thanks guys! You all know what frustration all that brings- it is good to know time frames- especially when you are a control freak haha

Thanks! You too!

Hey- Might want to post this in the general forum or the post op forum- most on here- have not had the surgery yet-

WOW! Congrats!!Thats about how much I need to loose to - that is amazing that it hasnt even been two months and you have already made it to half way!!!

Oh my safety pin- they are that long- ugh- I think I feel naususated already- blaah! Nope not liking that at all. I will try some Sobe I have never had that before- I like the propel-= and when you drink half the bottle you can fill it up with plain water and still get a good taste- makes it last a bit longer.

Maybe the thursdays were when they do the lap-band at the hospital- so we stay two nights? Oh my I was hoping I wouldn't go home with the drain- ugh! I have had 8 other surgeries and all but two were abdominal- and never had a drain so that is kinda freaking me out- Oh my 3 shots later!! that is what I am afraid of - I drink ALOT of Diet Coke- but I bought some Propel water- I like it- but I need to check the sugar on it- not sure if there is any- but it goes down fast like the soda so I think I will work on that. Thanks! and keep me posted!

Ha, Your better off than me- I don't like seafood at all and no mushrooms- so probably not going to go there with the veggie stock- yeah - I tried the other day to not drink my usual Rt. 44 diet coke- but by the end of the day my husband was like I am going to get you one RIGHT NOW lol- and my head hurt soo bad- I think I might go ahead and start it in the morning- kinda frustrated right now- my insurance approved me March 10th but would not send the paper to the office for some reason and they just got it today- and Rachel who schedules the surgery is out of the office till Monday- how long did they schedule you out from when you called to get your date? They said when I started it would be 3-4 weeks- then I saw you were having surgery on Monday the 11th - when I called they said they only did the sleeve at Menorah on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays- Oh- and during my consultation with Dr. Malley- he said that he and Dr. Furhing would be in there- is that what you were told? I never even thought to ask him to about having a drain tube and when that would come out- I guess I need to make a list lol - ok sorry to bother you with all this have a great night!

Praying for you! Let us know how it goes!