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I've had open gallbladder surgery, back surgery, 2 c-sections and foot surgery and this by far was the easiest! Surgery was on Wednesday (10/3) and I went back to work today and had absolutely no issues and didn't even tire. Just sipped my liquids all day and even went into the kitchen at lunch time and had my beef broth (or a few spoonfuls) and did feel uncomfortable at all! I know everyone is different but seeing how easy this has been for me I wouldn't think twice about recommending it to people.

It's funny I was telling my husband this morning that I think the Dr. took out the wrong part of the stomach and left in the side with the hunger hormones. Then I drank some broth and felt like I had a huge brunch at our favorite restaurant. I was also sleeved on 10/3 and had an unknown hiatel hernia removed. I have had absolutely no pain but feel a little pressure from where they repaired the hernia. Have been shopping (little bit) yesterday and today and am going back to work tomorrow. This will be the real test - have my broth, Jello and Protein drinks ready to go. Last night I dreamed I ate spicy corn nuts (I don't even eat them) and was hoping the Dr. wouldn't notice

I was sleeved on 10/3 and really didn't want to weigh myself till 1 week because I knew of the extra water weight. Couldn't stop myself this morning and am at the same weight I was the day of surgery. I had a bad cold the week before and wasn't eating much so I did lose a lot that week before.

I'm from the Northbay - Petaluma/Rohnert Park

I was sleeved on 10/3. I'm enjoying beef broth, sugar free jello and EAS low carb protein drinks! Especially their cafe latte. I have 2 weeks liquid then 2 weeks soft. Good luck!

I had my pre-op appt today too and my surgery also is on 10/3. I hadn't done the math yet so it's good to see when thanksgiving is. What time is your surgery - mine is 11:00 pacific time.

Had to cancel my pre-op appt tomorrow because I got called to jury duty. Did my hospital pre-reg and picked up my drugs! Surgery at 11:00 am on 10/3.

a few more to add to my list: to be able to see where I'm shaving to be able to dry after the shower without worrying about the nooks and crannies to be able to tuck a shirt into pants to run across the street without my boobs bouncing all over to not hide behind people in pictures and hold my chin way up to allevaite several chins

ok I started my period a week before surgery (luckily) - and I am starving all day. just curious if that still happens after surgery?

I'm in Petaluma and am having my surgery in San Francisco - so we'll be semi-close

buy mine at Wal-Mart

my surgery is also 10/3 and no liquid diet except for the day before surgery. where are you mztj?

my insurance is 40 bmi or >35 with 1 co-morbidity.

the new cafe caramel is wonderful. I know 2 other people who had surgery and it's the only protein drink they will drink. I just stocked up today!

Lovex5 - our list are identical - weighing less than my husband is huge! He used to be close to 400 pounds but 3-1/2 years ago had the vertical sleeve and duodenal switch and now is in the low to mid 150's. It's embarrasing when he puts on my sweatshirt and drowns in it

It also seems like people who get the RNY or the band seem to gain the weight back. Sleevers don't seem to.

My doctor doesn't require a pre-op diet. He wants you to lose weight before and only liquids the day before. I asked my dietician about the hair loss and she also said as long as you're getting all your vitamins you don't need to worry. She doesn't believe the hair supplements make any difference.

awesome! congrats!

Got a date!!!! My surgery is scheduled for October 3rd! Please move me on the list from the 2nd to the 3rd!

My husband had the VS/DS 3-1/2 years ago and considers it the best thing he ever did. He celebrates his surgery anniversary as his new birthday since he got his life back that day. He hasn't gained anything back and enjoys everything he eats and drinks!

Congratulations on deciding to do this when you're young! I'm 51 and have struggled with my weight my whole life. I would lose and then each time gain it back. I can't imagine how different my life might have been if I was not obese most of the time. After I lost weight once my son who was about 14 at the time admitted he had been embarrassed by me and that broke my heart. People who have never been overweight can't even begin to imagine how hard it is to always struggle. I'm looking forward to my surgery and being able to buy pretty mother of the bride/groom dresses when the time comes and to be able to be active with my future grandchildren. Good luck!

WOO HOO!!! Got approved!! Missed the phone call from my doctor's office to schedule but I think I have a good shot at October 2nd or 3rd.

Tracy, who is your doctor and where are you getting it done?

Congrats! How long did it take you to hear from the insurance and what insurance do you have? Mine was submitted this past Tuesday. The 27th will be here in a blink of an eye!

That's awesome! Who is your insurance? How did you find out?