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Ladies, just 11 days away from my big day! I have to admit, feeling overwhelmed trying to figure out exactly how my eating will be. On Clear Liquids, this means Water based correct? Meaning no Protein shakes, only powder in something like crystal light? Sorry, my head is just spinning, it truly will be a lifestyle change... I don't want to buy a bunch of stuff just to not like it later so I really want to make sure I am doing the right things on what I need for the first 10 days, etc. So does clear liquid really mean something that you could see through? Of a water type consistency?

Good evening everyone! Well in 13 days I will join the ranks, Dr. Aceves will be performing my VSG, very excited... BUT of course I am now thinking of every possible question leading up to the big day. This evening, it is all about the staples they use... What if my body reacts to them? Do they eventually dissolve? Could they work themselves out of place? If anyone has any research/information on the staples and safety of this procedure in terms of the way they secure that side of your stomach, I would be so grateful! Thanks everyone!!!

Kay! Hello and Welcome! I will be sleeved on May 10th by Dr. Aceves! I have also met another lady here recently who will also be sleeved on the 11th! So you will not be alone! If you have any questions, this is the place to be for sure! I understand the nerves and impatience, I have two different calendars that I am marking off each day for the countdown! If you would like, send me a private message and we can exchange contact info. Are you bringing anyone with you? My Mom is traveling with me... Yay, another sleeve buddy! Angie

I live in the Eastern Panhandle of WV so close to western MD and Winchester, VA. I am having surgery on May 10th.

Isn't that a GREAT feeling! I weighed about 110 in high school. At my 10 year reunion, 240!!! I was so depressed to go but I am one of the class officers so it was expected that I be there. Three more years for the 20 year reunion and I want that wow factor now! I want to be healthy and happy! Congrats, it sure is something small, or so it seems, but those little victories are the ones that reinforce your decisions and add motivation!

Awesome! Thanks for posting! Best of luck to you!!! Won't be long now!

I know that blood loss is a risk of surgery. I am having surgery in Mexicali by Dr Aceves. If I need a transfusion after surgery, is blood available? Also, where will they get the blood and has the blood gone through te same testing as blood at our US blood banks? I say that cautiously as I know there have been cases in the US where infected blood was given through transfusion. Just another question to be answered prior to surgery.

Stacey, are you on a laptop? How is your cell service there? I am debating on whether or not to bring my laptop. My Mom will be with me, want to make sure she is not bored!

YAY!!! So happy for you! You will already be well on your way to being a true LOSER by the time I have mine done! congrats!

So good to hear from you Stacey! I am next!

Stacey, you have been renting space in my mind ALL DAY!!! Pay up girl! Thinking about you and I can't wait for you to come back and tell me that it "Ain't No Big Thing"!!!! All my best!!! And you are correct, this forum is an AMAZING place to find support and encouragement, Thank God for that!

I am the same way, was about 40 pounds lighter in October and I too am tired of this up and down. I am healthy otherwise. I do have asthma but only have issues when I gain weight. Yes, please send me a message and let me know! I am gonna jump on chat right now, be fun to talk to you there! You are in CA, at least you won't have to go cross country!

Teresa, sorry that she said that! I know this is easier said then done but... STICKS AND STONES! How about "Hey Mom, if I could have surgery to save my life, would you support me?" I think the nasty comments sometimes from our family MIGHT be masking their own fears about what we are doing, just a thought. You sound like you have your head on straight and this decision was made with your head AND your heart! Best of luck!

I am at 33 BMI, did not take long at all! Oh that would be nice!

Mommy, I am also a "lightweight" and can't keep the extensive regimen up that it takes for me to stay in a healthy weight, when are you planning to go for surgery? I am scheduled May 10th. My Mom is going with me, if you are there at te same time you are more than welcome to "hang" with us!

Stacey, I agree with you! I can't wait to regain my self confidence and I know that this is not a quick fix but already I am feeling better about myself and it is 3 weeks before surgery. I guess I just feel like I am FINALLY doing something that will help me get where I want to be and STAY there!

No actually, I am not kidding. I am not sure how to take your tone but I will choose to take it lightheartedly. I have been to Mexico 5 times since 2001, once just across the border in Texas and 4 times in areas of the Western Caribbean. It is a lovely country, I agree! I have also been to Jordan twice, another third world country. In all cases I was told never to drink the water and everywhere you went, you were given bottled water. I have spoken with other patients of Dr. Aceves and they were told not to drink the water by Nina. I trust she knows what she is talking about. Did I think the surgeon was washing his hands out back? No. Do I know that water can be run through a filtration system. Yes. Please understand that this forum is supposed to be a place for folks to feel comfortable coming here to research their options and get the information they need. No question is ever a dumb one, if it is a question in your mind then you should ask it! This is about my health and my safety, so although to some my question might seem quite ridiculous, if that is what I need to ask in order to have a clear mind going into this life changing event, I will ask it!

Amazing what you think about 3 weeks prior to this surgery!!! Ok, question??? If you cannot drink the Water in Mexico, what do the surgeons was their hands with? The same water that you cannot drink? Might seem trivial and I am hoping someone has a great answer for me! Thanks!

Frankie, another question (sorry, I will probably have more before my date in 3 weeks so bear with me!), how many leak tests did Dr. Aceves do?

Franki, glad to see you are doing well! What doctor did you go to?

Just saw a Slimfast commercial, making it seem so easy to lose weight fast! So, why are WLS patients put down so much because we will lose weight fast? So surgery makes it different? Maybe because this IS a more successful (permanent) way? We all choose our way, we are all different, one size does not fit all, so glad I have my mother's experience 16 years ago to go by, I know i am making the right choice. Tiff, bottom line, believe in your choice, know there will be changes, you needed them whether through surgery or some other means! Belive in you!!! You can do this!

I am so praying for you guys!!!! I hope all goes well!!!

I think my main issue with other's reaction is that I am not morbidly obese right now, I have been there but those that know me now did not see me then. They have seen me lose the same 50 pounds and gain it back. At 5' tall (used to be 5' 2" but I have scoliosis!). I get around just fine, I take the stairs at work instead of the elevator, I run to my SUV in the rain instead of walk... But they don't know my history and what I am headed for with all of the stress in my life, I have three kids on my own and a very demanding career. I can either choose to do a very healthy diet and exercise 2-3 hours a day OR I can choose to work and raise my children the way they deserve to be raised, right now it is hard to choose both, and i am sure I will get bashed for that but if you have never been a single mom of three children with a professional career then you really do not know what I have gone through. I have dance and karate 4 nights a week, this is after an 8-10 hour work day! So my kids DO deserve a healthy Mom but I know what that takes, I have been there. I do not have the energy left at the end of the day to put them to bed at 8pm and then workout. This is somewhat of a confession for me however my Mom has been my angel through all of this, it is a realization. I want EVERYTHING for my children so I GIVE them EVERY OPPORTUNITY, My needs come second and always have! The only reason I moved from the Morbidly Obese category to the Obese category is because 3-4 years ago, stress made me lose weight and that inspired me (sick, I know...). Now at 35, stress makes me depressed, I eat and dont care to exercise. I need the boost of motivation AND I need a tool to help me get there. Yeah, I have about 60 pounds to lose, sounds small to some but when we are talking quality of life, it is everything to this Mom!!! I have danced all my life... My girls are heavily involved in dance. I danced at their recital last summer with some other parents, everyone says oh wow, you are a great dancer! Yes, that is part of me but I just cant show all of what I love to do until I lose this weight! My dream is to dance on stage with my girls!!!

That is what I always say to folks that want to point out that I have a large back side, "Surgery and healthy habits will help me fix that, too bad there is no surgery for your nasty attitude!" Also, I tell my children all the time when someone says something to hurt their feelings, people who feel it necessary to put you down is actually not feeling so well about themselves. I find this to be so true! A little boy told me son the other day that I had a big butt, yes a LITTLE boy!!! My son was so upset!!! I had to teach him the sticks and stones saying. My son told me right in front of the little boy AND his parents. I made sure that my response to him was that I did not care what others thought about me, it is all about how I feel about myself and that this little boy must not feel too good about himself to be talking bad about someone's Mommy that way! My son said "Mommy, I think he is jealous that I have such a great Mommy!" CLASSIC!!!

Oh another question, alcohol, is it completely off limits? I am not a heavy drinker but enjoy a glass of wine or a few beers on the weekend...