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Congratulations! Glad to see you got approved and good for you for starting your pre-op diet early. It can only help you in the long run.

I agree with Stacy, and in addition to all the symptoms she mentioned, Adipex can also raise your blood pressure. Not sure if High BP is a problem for you, but when I took Adipex years ago, my BP was normal and it raised it while I was taking it. So that might be a consideration you want to look at. I know she said only a month, but why risk it? You could lose just as much by going low carb for a month, if not more.

What a kind thing for someone to do. A nice reminder.

Thanks for posting this. I like the idea of the brush that takes away less hair while brushing. I am dreading the hair loss that comes around the 3-5 month mark. I know it's coming, but will still hate it when it does. Nothing I can do about it though. My hair is down to the middle of my back right now. I think in a couple months, I will cut it shoulder length and layer it a bit so I can "hide" the hair loss better when it does come.

Rootman, I believe you are thinking of Now & Laters. They were really tart to me, but oh so good. Laffy Taffy is mostly just sweet.

Hope you're doing just great! Here's to an easy recovery. Just get your rest

You made me laugh out loud on that one. I will remember that when I lose after a stall!!

If you do it, even for a week, it will make the liver less fatty and big, and make surgery easier for you and the surgeon. Less risk for a nick on the liver. Just a thought. And yeah, it will get you ready for the brutal POST-op diet. I did a 7 day low carb diet pre-op and still wasn't prepared for this. Geez.

I posted a question like this last night in the nutrition section but only got two answers so I'm glad you re-posted it. It does make sense about the sugar irritating the tummy, but I'm like Tiff and need to get my fluids in for fear of dehyration and am drinking gatorade. Right now it's my sole source of fluids besides the broth. I eat popsicles too, but they are only like 1 oz each and it would take several boxes to get my 64 oz in! My question was, how can you get your 600 calories a day in (in the early stages) with SF everything? Even with my Protein powder, and full sugar products, I can't even get 400 calories in.

Hey, that's great! It's always better when family is on board. Nobody needs the stress of unsupportive family/friends.

I have been trying to make sure I am getting enough fluids in and was worried because I do not tolerate sugar free foods like stevia, aspartame, or any other very well, and did not want to be getting too many calories. So I was tracking my calories today and I was told to get in at least 600 and my calories added up to only 320. And that's with full sugar popsicles, gatorade, etc.I was wondering how in the world you could get in 600 calories during the liquid stage (or really any stage) with only sugar free Protein Drinks, crystal light, SF popsicles, etc.?! I know SF doesn't mean calorie free, but there are so few calories there. I can see it would be more important to stick to SF in the later stages when you are eating lots of different foods (and I will have to force myself to like it), but in this liquid/soft food stage, it seems like there is no way to get that amount of calories with SF everything.

Wow. You really do look great. You almost disappear when you turn sideways Congrats on your weight loss!

I would wait, too! I had family with me and still do and it is priceless. I know what you mean about wanting it yesterday, but it will fly by I promise. Also, look at the extra days as 10 more days to lose some weight before surgery that will be gone forever!! Just that much less to lose after surgery Good luck in whatever you decide.

That's good that your insurance covers it! Although honestly, I have felt more scared walking down the streets in New York than I ever felt in Mexicali. There are lots of misconceptions, but I cannot speak about the other areas of Mexico, because I didn't have my surgery in those areas. Wow. $29,500. That is just crazy!

I went to Dr. Aceves in Mexicali and the price was $8750, but there are others in Mexico that are much cheaper.

I wonder why flying should be a problem after surgery? I flew across the country after my surgery in Mexicali and had no problems whatsoever. Just like riding in a car, only not as bumpy and I could get up and walk around. I also wonder why traveling would cause that person to have ulcers? Just curious about that.

Just an update in case someone has the same question in the future. Heard back from the Dr. and he says Mucinex is ok to take, but I thought Mucinex was more for chest congestion. I guess it will work on any kind of congestion.

Agreed. You can also lose that fast on Atkins. I lost 45 pounds in 2 months on Atkins so I know she could lose 50 in 3 months. It comes off a lot faster when you are as large as she is (was), too. And I was only 195 when I did it. I don't get the secrecy about it either. Star Jones denied having bypass forEVER, and finally broke down and admitted it like a year later. I just don't get it.

Oh, ok. Well see, that's just one less thing to be worried about!! Also, congrats on the excellent weight loss you have already accomplished before your surgery. 55 pounds that will never come back!!

I was just like you one week ago today, so nervous. It is always scary to have surgery, but as Foxbins said, the risks are very small. You will do great. You are on your way!!! BTW, what is a neck filter?

I was sleeved the same day as you and I have not had the nausea issues or the spitting thing, but I absolutely cannot drink anything cold. It sends my stomach into a spasm like crazy. I don't know if that might be what's causing your problem or not. I can eat popsicles, but they are not as cold by the time I swallow if that makes sense! I don't bite and chew them, just let them melt in my mouth. Sounds like it might just be dehydration. Just try to drink as much as you can get in. It is hard for me, I have to remind myself to drink. I will be so glad when things get easier to go down.

The bad thing is, if she is only 4 days post op, most doctors have you on Clear Liquids for at least 10 days, so no milk products.

I am only 6 days out from surgery and have come down with a terrible head cold. I am using the nose spray that opens me up enough to breathe, but it doesn't help a lot for the sinus pain, sore throat, coughing, etc. I am a big baby and don't want to even try the nasal flush things, so can anyone give me an idea of a medication that would be safe to take this early after surgery? I want so badly to take some nyquil, because it helps with the pain, coughing and stuffiness (at least the dayquil does). But I have heard yes and no about nyquil/dayquil. I feel fine from surgery, it's this dang cold that's got me feeling bad. Any ideas?

I just got back from Mexicali after having my surgery March 9th with Dr. Aceves, and all I can say is this: I have NEVER had nurses be so efficient and friendly in the States. I have NEVER had not one but TWO Dr's be so caring and attentive and sincerely concerned for my well-being in the States. I have NEVER been in a hospital that was so immaculate and CONSTANTLY being cleaned in the States. I have NEVER felt more at ease and attended to in any hospital in the States. Now, you can say 'well, you've never been here, or you've never been there then'. I can only speak from my own experience. I have had kind dr's before, but these went above and beyond and unless you have been there, you cannot speak of any experience there. So all the bad-mouthing about Mexican Dr's is complete heresay unless you had surgery there yourself. And for the above comment, "down there" is a pretty big place. Try not to generalize. And I was safe.

Not tomorrow, but Wednesday for me! Good luck to you and check in when you can and I will do the same. I hope we both have an easy week, along with all the others getting sleeved this week!