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my R. D. also said it would stretch the stomach and fill me up too fast. I sure wish these people we are required to see for surgery would be more knowledgable instead of giving us all a bunch of different stories...

I have been reading a lot about people increasing their calories for a day and then their bodies start releasing fat again. I dont know if its true but I have read it so many times I am starting to believe it! Good luck!!

Incredibly helpful information, thank you so much for sharing!!! The best of Luck to you on your journey

It is so strange and I looked at your profile and you are still young, 31 right? I am also 31 about 15 lbs heavier than you. I am so sorry this has happened to you. I really REALLY hope for yourself that you continue on through this journey. my thoughts are with you (((hugs)))

my nutritionist said that the quick extreme diet and weight loss quickly shrinks the liver. I asked her if I should do the preop diet for a month and a half and she said its not necisary. Eat healthy and lose weight through a healthy balanced diet up until the 2 week post op. How bad your liver is depends on a lot of factors and could be worse in some one with lower weight too. I had a blood test and my dr. told me I had a fatty liver.

Thanks Chimera, that was incredibly helpful!!

Atleast you cheated with healthy food!!!

Good for you Losing it in Lima!! I Will hopefully be starting the pre op diet soon also. I hear it can get a little rough but hang in there! Lets keep in contact so I can follow your progress

Muffintop, how frustrating I hope that your Dr.s office gets back to you soon and gets you started in the process. Is your other option self pay? I have a friend who took 10 years to get this surgery but by her own choice. she went through orientation, insurance approval all of it and backed out every time. She finally went through with it January of this year and she has lost 150 lbs! She says her only regret wasnt doing the surgery sooner!

BigGirl, I really hope that the upper GI issue is something that can easily be worked through and not affect you getting the surgery. that would be so upsetting. Let us know how it goes!

Tatylish, Good for you for staying on top of them!! I totally know what you mean about working hard to get to this point. Ill be sending out lots of positive thoughts for the both of us that we will get are acceptance notice soon!

SO there are protien pills but it looks like they can only contain small amounts of protein do to their size. There are 6 grams of protein in this chewable tablet per serving (serving size is 6 chewable pills) http://www.dietdirect.com/proteinex-chewable-protein-tablets.html. Hope that helps

I was reading out of the book the surgeon gave me while I was typing that! Im actually not sure if the protien supplement is in pill form or if they ment portien shakes. I will definitely look into it and get back to you Amanda

My surgeon recomends 1 week clear liquids, 1 week pureed diet, 2 weeks soft diet than from day 31 to 6 months the "regular diet" which is 2-3oz of meat 3xs a day, 2 oz fruit or veggies 4xs a day, 1 cup dairy 2xs a day and protien supplement as needed.

I hope surgery went smoothly and you are adjusting to your sleeve!

That great its been going smoothly! I really appreciate the advice and definitely will ask as questions arise! Thanks!

Thank you Tamantha!! How has your journey been? It says in your profile you had surgery at the end of july?

I actually dont . I called my surgeon's office to ask if they received all my paper work and they had except my Dr. wants to do an EKG before he will sign off on the surgery. Im super disapointed the Dr. didnt let me know this was a requirment on his part sooner. Im just glad I keep on top of it all by calling and checking in or I might have not known for months. They squeezed me in today at noon so I can get it done! I am really hoping they get my info over to the surgeon this evening so they can submit my request for surgery!

I totally feel you. I had nothing but issues with insurance before and was able to switch fortunately. It is very stressful dealing with insurance issues. All I can say is hang in there! I never really knew how strong and determined I was until I found myself fighting no matter what to get this surgery. It will all be worth it in the end (((hugs))) Keep your head up!!!

Very Happy for you!! Keep up the great work!

How Exciting Cindim!! SO much too look forward to. I wish the very best for you and your twins Please Keep us updated with your journey after surgery. I have yet to be approved but hope I will be soon. I can live vicariously through your experiences in the mean time!! Just one more day for you to start your new life!!!

I did my Psych appointment last week and overall it went pretty smoothly. He will ask you basic questions like where you were born and raised, about your family and your relationships, if you were ever abused, your relationship with food Ex. an emotional eater?, Stress, substance use/abuse, if your part of a support group, if you have hobbies ect. I think the most imprtant questions are about your support system, how you handle stress and Why you want the surgery. The entire appoinment is just to make sure your emotionally stable and can handle the stressors of such a major change. It also important for them to know why you want the surgery so they canmake sure it isnt strickly for appearances Good Luck!

I called my surgeons office making sure they received all my paper work and results from all the testing I’ve completed. I am so ready for this surgery and really want to know if the insurance will cover it for sure. I completed all of the things specified by my insurance but I learned that my primary Dr. never signed off on the surgery :/. I personally took the papers over to his office and the girl at the front desk told me he would sign them that afternoon and fax them to the surgeon’s office (and that was two weeks ago). I call my primary Dr.’s office today and find out that my Dr. will NOT sign off on the surgery until I get an EKG. I am pretty frustrated at this point because if I had not called I would have never known that my insurance request was not submitted. Not one person from my Dr.’s office called to tell me I needed to come in for this and it isn’t an insurance requirement so the surgeon’s office wouldn’t have known what the holdup was. I am totally for getting an EKG, just disappointed I was not told earlier. This process over the last three months has been a series of errors. My suggestion for those of you completing your requirements for surgery is to CALL, CALL, CALL! Double check and triple check your info is being received and what the requirements are for your insurance, your surgeon and your Dr. I am lucky I only had a two week hold up, imagine how long it would have been had I not called!!

Im Glad you and your son got out of the house. Its the best for both of you. I have a very close friend who has been dealing with a acoholic husband for the last 10 years and it has completely effected their kids and nearly destroyed her life. Sorry you are going through this. Stay strong, you and your son deserve so much better!

Good for you!! Cant wait to be six months post op !