Pre-OpLoser619

You can do a search on pre-op diet and should find a wealth of info. I'm basically getting myself prepared by changing my habits over to those I'll need after surgery: protein first, incorporating protein shakes, lots of water (don't drink with meals), walking 30 mins/day. Hoping this will make the transition easier!

I have definitely tossed the idea around. I too like the accountability as well as possibly being to help someone else with their decision, experience, etc. I've told my mom and dad, my husband, but not really anyone else, although my friends and family on facebook know that I have been dieting and I've been sharing my losses with them... So I just might start recording soon (pre-op diet) and post them after I have it.

The other option would be to record them but maybe hold off on posting them until you are sure you want it out there...

Glad to hear your doing well!

Mine is constantly high, as is my esr or sed rate... They both are markers for inflammation in the body. I would imagine you can still have surgery as long as all your other tests come back ok. They think mine are related to fibromyalgia and/or an autoimmune issue... But it can be caused by any type of inflammation. Good luck and let us know what he says!

Just an fyi... Many post sleevers will tell you that your tastes will change after surgery so dont invest all your money in something you like now for after surgery because you may not like it after. Just thought I'd throw that out there.

Congrats!

Congrats and thanks for the details, it helps for the control freaks like me who want to know everything every step of the way, lol!

Congrats! Keep us posted, as you feel up to it!

I know it's alot more expensive but smart water is really great! It has electrolytes like gatorade but none of the other stuff... Just another idea for you fellas working outside.

Right? People have turned into carb-aphobes. I think as long as you put protein first you're fine. My diet right now is 50% carbs, 25% protein & 25% fat (now, I am working to change that) but I'm still losing 1-2lbs/wk... It all depends on the type of carbs, etc.

If you got a bad enough ulcer in your stomach it could leak without any surgery... I imagine there is a slight risk for just about anything that can happen. I wouldn't stress on it. Just my opinion.

I personally don't know specifics... But I think it can be like alot of hospitals where it depends on who is working to what kind of care/response you get. There's another person who posted on here that might be able to give specifics.

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As far as I know there is a zipper effect of staples. One row that closes your new stomach and one row that closes the old stomach that they remove. Sometimes I've heard of surgeons also suturing over the staples that remain just for extra stability to the closure.

Agree with most everyone... Don't take anything you wouldn't want stolen. My husband does security for a hospital and you'd be surprised how many things get "lost". My hubby will have my phone, etc until i'm in a room and can monitor for myself. Security can sometimes lock things in a safe for you but they don't have alot of room. I know at my husband's hospital they will only lock up meds I think.

Good news! Glad to hear that everyone's docs are thumbs up. I see my rheumy later this month so I'm gonna discuss it and my meds with him.

Thanks everyone! Makes me feel better! Thanks also for all the other tips too!

Good luck to you too! I'm sure everything will be fine, but I will say a prayer for you too! Keep us posted when you feel up to it...

Congrats! Keep up the good work!

Maybe it's just that a shadow...it happens! Trying to stay positive... (smile)