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Wenjea
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hey thanks, I will ask my doc about the fluoro next time I see him. This place is a wealth of information!
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How long before your first fill amrdmr? I don't understand the discussion about fluoroscopy. Is it something you fill your band with? What else do they use and how are they different?
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what! I might gain weight!! I can't even imagine howI could gain weight on a liquid diet. I'm with you Lucy, that would really suck!
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I asked my doctor how much I could expect to lose by July (my sons wedding date) and he said about 30 pounds maybe more. My BMI is 40. I have been eating and gaining since I decided to do this . . a kind of ode to food. Has anyone else experienced this need to feast before surgery?
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Hi Cindy11670 - I also am going to Dr. Oh in Federal way but am behind you in the process. I have my pre-ops on Friday, April 13th. How long did it take from pre-op to surgery? I have submitted to insurance but I am having it done no matter what. I thought his price sounded reasonable. I haven't heard that much about him on this site so I'm curious how your experience was.
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they have anti-nausea drugs for that. I need them for all pain drugs cuz they all make me throw up. They are a life saver! Good luck!
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I thought about it for a couple years, finally went to a free seminar, had my first consult, and next week I get scoped from both ends. Ewww! I am really hoping for a surgery date in May. I have submitted to insurance but will do it regardless. I love this sight. It's soooo encouraging and full of information. I'm in Tacoma, Washington and Dr Oh will be my surgeon. Anyone from around here?
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hi there, I have completed my seminar and 1st consult. I am scheduled for the scoping of both ends next Friday. Ewww! I'm really hoping for a surgery date for mothers day. I don't know yet if insurance will pick this up but I'm going forward regardless. I'm in Tacoma, WA and Dr. Oh is my surgeon. I have 100 pounds to lose and want the yo-yo dieting to be over. I am finding all this caring and sharing very encouraging. Thanks to you all!