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@RSM all my docs had a list of my medicines pre-op i take a lot of pills AM then a lot more PM a couple of meds are "horse pills" absorption problems aren't applicable to the sleeve. (covering my assss to say usually not) but there shouldn't be a problem. malabsorption (msp) is usually referred to in gastric bypass surgery. good luck kathy

@danybx hap, hap, happy birthday!! you have a lot to look forward to. stay positive, happy, enthusiast, excited, etc. etc.... enjoy watching your kids have fun at Cony Island- next year, you too should be able to fit and enjoy any ride you want!! good wishes for your upcoming surgery. good luck kathy

@emmybaby666 woo hoo buy those change of address cards tell all your friends.......... you now live in Onderland, USA let's get this party started!! kathy congrats

@Janine510 drinking ONLY liquids for the next 3 weeks, those nasty 6 lbs should come off! (no guarantee), but you should be successful good luck with WLS!! speedy recovery kathy

@Happily ever after @**Janie** "they" say it's easy to lose weight. (years past before WLS) (i don't think that is true, but that's another story) keeping it off is the hard part - that's one reason we have WLS. many OP will drink protein shakes to give them that jump start, and to help bring weight down. if you don't remember all the rules, then ask for a refresher course/help. no need to be embarrassed! IMO water is the most important "rule" - plenty of liquids, (64 oz.) never drink during meals, and don't drink for at least 30 minutes after you eat. eat more protein (chicken, fish etc.) watch the carbs. always measure your food - moderation is very important. put food on small plates, use small utensils. (effective, but head game) eat, chew sllllowly, chewing thoroughly, be patient with this process. don't compare yourself to OP. ie - some OP lose weight quicker than others, more lbs too!! this is not a race!! but, ready set gggggo!! (i am "watching" you!!) LOL - Get back to work!!! - NOW!! good luck kathy

I will say i'm maintaining at GOAL (3-5 lb) fluctuation DOS 12/15/11 235 lbs present 130 lbs

@TammyLee66 nice of you to check in on the board 91.2 lbs gone pre & post op!! terrific - great job keep up the good work good luck kathy congrats

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hey Tex, welcome, welcome, welcome looks like you are a newbie to this site, but not the sleeve. 5 years maintaining!! terrific! you are aces dude. great pics - don't know who looks better, the car or you? guess who i vote for? hope you stick around this board. newbies et al love hearing advise from VETS like you. getting help and good advice keep up the good work for the rest of your healthier, happier, longer life kathy congrats

@lovemylab13 welcome, welcome, welcome hi Deb you say you are shy? you jumped right into the board feet first not bad for a newbie. most OP are scared, excited etc as they are starting WLS. you are no different. like you said, there is a lot of support and info here on the board. read, read learn as much as you can. KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!! since you asked - i am doing great, 5+ years PO - 105 lbs GOAL!! healthy and happy camper! what WLS are you having done? lap band, sleeve, gastric bypass or other? enjoy jumping through the hoops of ins!! good luck kathy

@DeezUU starkist one serving pre-mixed tuna fish, also salmon doesn't have to be cold - i put in on sliced pieces of green pepperyummy to my tummy!! take it slow this first week back to work. don't over due if possible good luck kathy

@gmanbat how have things been going these past 10 days?? keep your spirits UP while your weight goes DOWN! good luck kathy

"finally In the 140's. down 66 lns in 3 months" @sjandj715 heyyy, who is that behind those Foster Grants??!! Is that really you??? wow you look terrific!! look at those two (2) cuties on your arms continued good luck kathy congrats

@tahunte YES VSG after knee replacement i was all set to have a knee replacement before VSG told doc about my sleeve planned in December he basically said something like "whoa, let's wait til after you've lost some weight, smaller weight will help with recuperation, doing exercises etc. . i had the sleeve about 6 months later after knee replacement. i had lost 63 lbs, before VSG (my total loss was 105 lbs GOAL) you probably want the VSG ASAP. is hard waiting to have knee surgery - but doc was right - made sense to have sleeve first GOD GRANT ME PATIENCE, Just Hurry ABOUT IT!! ABOUT ITGood luck with VSG and knees kathy

@primrose YES!! Weight Loss-Specific Gastric Sleeve Surgery Support Groups push the above link there are peopled on the board that have lost 150,185, 200+ lbs etc. as proven on the board, it is DEFINITELY doable as in loosing any amount of weight, it takes hard work, /determination/ persistence and patience. don't compare yourself with others, how fast they loose, and how much they loose in a certain time period, any one losing weight must follow the many, many important rules. good luck in January kathy

@lisam1972 sassy, great pictures- how much is a stone (small rock?) LOL you must improve your eating/calories/moderation is very important. then.... is the exercise joining slim club is a great start!! don't get discouraged!! motivation /support is the name of the game. that's what this board is what we stand for!!..... stop eating those "bad" foods/habits. no junk food allowed allowed. 4 month stall is a bummer. this too shall pass. i have confidence in you. good luck kathy

@sleevemebabyy I agree. give the scheduler a day to get settled back to work. then go to her office with a cookie in hand. that might encourage her to get her arse in gear hope things get rolling and you get a surgery date sooner than later. good luck kathy

@lkcnewbeginnings Tex (aka hey good lookin) wonderful success!! you sound as good as you look. keep up the good work for the rest of your healthier, happier life. i know you will!! kathy congrats

@beebee17 when i first met with my NUT pre-op, she brought up gum - said you should never have any.! i don't remember her exact explanation, something like it could get "stuck"?? wellllll, i haven't been a a gum chewer in a longgg time. no problem about no gum now. chewing gum must be nice - losing weight??? much nicer!! you are right, liquid diet is a bitchhhh good luck with surgery. kathy

@RetiredDude about 6 years ago, medicare told me NO to the sleeve. it was considered experimental!! A couple of years later, NY state medicare covered the sleeve. it was "around" 2013 good luck jumping trough the hoops kathy

@DK common phrase said here in WLS land..... "we're all different" many OP are aware that having heartburn already, the sleeve is NOT the best option. if you already have Gerd there is a strong chance you will develop it. @sleevedshereen said "feel like i'm cured of GERD" that's great, but not everyone gets that relief. @DK -talk with your surgeon again about the heartburn/your concerns. good luck with your important "life changing" decision. kathy

@Ken S. yep that's me!!! with help of DH, and a lot of attempts- we FINALLY were successful last night. on to the ticker, working on that now. wish me luck!! thanx for your help kathy

there are many different types of WLS - including the lap band and sleeve and others. they are all great. (covering my arsettttts) in the past lap bands were popular and worked terrific (are"founder @Alex Brecherseems to be happy and continues his success these past !! 10+ years. many other people too. now - many docs/most don't perform lap band because of future possible problems like erosion, slippage. the sleeve has become very successful and done many many times. is the most popular WLS for now. i'm 5+ years PO sleeve -GOAL - down 105 lbs. You sound confused, don't just jump into lap band right away since that is the initial plan. you could easily postpone monday's' surgery. talk to doctor again, get info from the board, U-tube, read many boos -be more informed. "Knowledge is Power" good luck with this important decision. kathy

@MISSGOGETTEA I am pretty sure @Annette1270 was referring to the initial poster!! - @Brit in Oz BUT even though i can't see your pic, i know you DO look fantastic too good luck kathy