aeromech

sorry, double post

Seriously looks like 2 different people!! I bet you feel that way too! Congrats on the hard work and great results! I am starting my journey and getting banded on the 20th. I can't wait to see who the new me is!

I think you are correct MsMaui! It's the elective surgery thing for me too. I figure I need to just tell work I am having surgery with no details due to it being elective as well. On another note. I was diagnosed with diabetes only a few weeks ago. I had my first visit with the endocrinologist today and he is confident that if I were at my original heaviest weight I would be on insulin for sure. He also told me no metformin the night before surgery and discontinue use until 3 weeks post-op. He assured that the lap-band and post-op diet will help with controlling my blood sugar levels. I am really getting excited about this life changing experience! Everything is happening so fast!

Hi, my name is John. I am 35 years old, 6ft and 270lbs, diabetes type 2, on blood pressure and cholesterol meds. I started off at 335lbs about 2 1/2 years ago. I am scheduled for lap band surgery on March 20th and am on day 2 of the pre-op diet. They say 4-5 Meal Replacement shakes a day and if I have to "cheat" to chew, have 4-6oz of lean beef, chicken, or beef. I have to say this is going to be challenging for me. I am one of those people that didn't gain the excess weight by eating sweets, I love food. My wife had the surgery a year ago and has lost just over 70lbs. I am so proud of her and am happy to have someone right here with me to coach. What have been your experiences, when did the anxiety of "what the hell am I about to do" subside?