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@sweettooth2015- how did your appt go on the 28th??

Here i am!! Binghamton resident but having surgery in Syracuse!! Let's talk!!

@chasingchlolee- what a brave life changing experience you are going through at your your age....I commend you for taking such a leap of faith!! Keep your chin high, love yourself, and it's ok to say NO when it's something you don't want to do that you aren't ready for. We are always here!! I've battled my eating disorder since I was a little girl..and I mean little- but this site has been a saving grace the past few months as I prepare for my surgery.

I, too, am nervous about the holidays. I have amazing family and friends who are helping and planning something else so we are not totally centered around food. We are having a light brunch w/ things I can have and spending the day coming up our Xmas ideas, games, the parade, and focusing on just being together. It won't be easy I am sure and I don't want to take the day from them either, but they are making sure I can be part of it w/out feeling the food stress either. If your family can't be supportive then maybe come up an alternative plan...a day trip hiking, shopping, or doing something else you love- for you! This is a huge step and having a support system is vital!! I will keep positive thoughts for you and hope your family is able to come to an agreement to make you feel comfortable!

Incredible!!!

@larac05- not I didn't lose weight. Because my co-morbidities weren't enough I had to gain weight. So I started at a BMI of 37.9 in May and now I am 40.5. My MD doesn't see this as a problem, but I have been denied in the past. I have trying for surgery for 4+ years now and researching for 5. I've read more books, journals, etc that I can even count at this point. I work within the medical realm so I am sure to research so much when I can. I'm scared that if this doesn't go through I will hit rock bottom....I have amazing support system w/ friends and family. My mom is trying hard to be supportive and considering how I grew up that is a milestone!!

@@sweettooth2015 that sound great! I'm so scared of getting denied. I had to gain to get to a 40 bmi b/c my co-morbid conditions weren't enough ugh!! They make this so damn hard!!

I think you are very right. I also believe had we always eaten this way we may have never had the problems of obesity as we do.

My offical date is 10/22!! I can't wait!!!!!!! My MD said 2 weeks as I am a social worker and sit most of the day.

My plan to prep foods for the week on Sunday's while enjoying my morning coffee so there is no excuse during the week. Veggies, fruits, lean meats, and some grains. I hope that my daughter will eventually gain better eating, but it doesn't help when she goes to her dad's and he serves food that is not the healthiest (not to mention he is a health educator as well lol)!! Slowly changing the way!!

Also a great tool that is helpful is an ebook I recently read. It's a great before/after read for anyone going through WLS. It's called : 'Pratical Advice for Lifetime Maintenance After Baritric Surgery' by Pamela Harrelson. Her journey on how she gained it all back, lost again, etc and how to acheive a balance is amazing! It's a quick read and so easy to follow! Good Luck

Tell us more?? How do you feel? Pain, nausea, vomiting, etc? What triggers are there? Need more info

NO carbonation what so ever!!! It stretches the pouch area!! I was told caffeine after a month out, but not to over do it. Moderation is the key. Please read up on carbonation !!

I have to agree w/ some points. I've been waiting for 5 years and this is the closest I have gotten. My anxiety is through the roof as this is the closest I have gotten. I have doubt my life will change for the better, or that I will have no regrets. I think my fear comes from being denied....it might be my breaking point and then what?? I have several friends who have had this surgery and NOT one has ever regretted it! They are all 3-5 years out. You have to find the weight and balance that is best for you. I have read more than I ever have about any other subject. It has helped ease my mind, helped me choose which surgery was best for me, etc. Keep the faith, take note of all the positives that will come from it, and turn to those who are supportive of your decisions. We are all here for you!!

I'm having surgery this Oct. but I have had 4 friends have surgery in the past 4 years...not one of them had a single complication! I think that is why I don't really have any worries. One of them is a nurse and said she's never felt better!

Often time medications do hinder sex drive....from anti-depressants to even some bc pills. Everyone's body reacts differently. Talk to your GNY or to your primary and see. I have a HIGH sex drive, but I do remeber when in the past I was on something that it was decreased greatly. Maybe try something more intimate (like massages, quiet nights alone talking, moonligh walking,etc ) and maybe that will help trigger the mood...sometimes it's the 'before' that can really set the mood. We are all very stressed, busy, etc and forget to slow down and 'feel' for ourselves.

Welcome!! This is the place to be!! Love seeing a huband on here trying so hard to help the one you love!! Way to go!!

Yes, dairy is very helpful. I was thinking the same thing such as adding light sour cream or plain greek yougurt w/ a few spices in it to add flavor- but don't make it spciy. I'm Italian and eat VERY SPICY foods often so this will be a trick I will need to remember as well. The point of no liquids is so we don't 'overeat' as it ;flushes' our foods down and we are able to over eat. Maybe if you portion out your foods and take a few sips of milk it would help and then not eat anymore than your allotted portion. Also, as your NUT for suggestions as well.

I have been researching both for 5 years...every MD's opinion is different. It depends sometimes on what they find in your upper GI scope. Some MD's prefer to not do the sleeve b/c you often needs more meds for reflux etc. Both surgeries are equal in evasiveness and come w/ own risks. I too, am/was planning the sleeve for this Oct and really didn't want to do the RNY, but when I looked at long term data, success rates,etc there just isn't enough on the sleeve for longer term life maintenance just yet. Yes, I will say it's my preference, but I am going the RNY route. I have read so much and see other benefits I think I would have longer term w/ the RNY as well. If the sleeve is what you really want, then maybe getting another opinion would be best?

I have been reseaching for 5 years and I can tell you (as my MD office will too) that the sleeve can stretch just as far, if not further, than the RNY and is no longer considered less ivasive. The surgery actually takes longer than the RNY and there is a higher risk of complication vs RNY. But, in regards to GERD or reflux, it goes both ways. It can make it worse if you already have it. It's unlikely you will come off meds for that reason w/ the sleeve although it does happen. I too, have bad GERD and an eroded esphogus and wanted the sleeve. After more reseach and such I have decided on the RNY. The sleeve can put more pressure on your esophugus because the sleeve sits up higher in your abdomen.

well...I have no idea but Idk. I recall a story of a patient who fasted for 3 days then the day before surgery ate a meal and she had to start all over again. Maybe just a few cornflakes will pass quickly enough- I hope so for your sake!!

I was wondering that as well!! Thanks for sharing!!

Great resource book that helps pre and post surgery for all WLS options. It was just what I needed to have a realistic lifestyle no matter what surgery I chose!! It's only 5.99$ ebook and worth every penny!!

There is an amazing ebook by Pamela Harrelson for 5.99$ that addresses how to deal w/ a stretched pouch, RNY 'stopped' working, etc A phenonal read that really helps us find out way to keep losing. The book is called " Practical Advice for Litetime Maintenance After Bariatric Surgery" Helped me greatly!!

Wow!!! Incredible!!! I'm praying to have that success!!!!