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That must be so very frustrating.... I think I would sit down and scream and cry awhile, then, as you seem to have done already, reassure myself that it's still going to happen. You can do this! I pray you'll have peace and a double measure of grace as you wait.

omg, what a nightmare, really hope you recover quickly now and dont have any more problems.
surely they should have froze you, sounds barbaric what they did to you, x

i havn't had mine yet, but i know a lot of people who have had their ops and are doing great, the one thing they all say is don't rush the process, stick to the instructions given to you by your surgeon and you will have greater suscess, make the most of the first 4-6 months when you can loose the most the quickest, not one person has said that they regret having their sleeve, in fact they all say they wish they had had it in their early 20s, xx

Glad you heard back but make sure they know all themeds you are on which could possibly cause clotting probs. You might want to get second lab tests or talk to a hemotologist

ok, so finally took courage and rang my wls team and my blood tests came back on friday last week, but the surgeon has not looked at them yet and he can't tell me the results, but they dont look too bad, have to wait until tomorrow to get a call and dont know if i will get my op before christmas as problem with beds, give me strength........

thank you so much for all your replies, i am feeling much better today and i know it will be for the best in the end. I am going to ask them to redo the test on monday as well as sending off for the further tests. Also ask if they can find out what was said and done in my records about 15 years ago, not sure if those results will be there, but i can ask eh, take care, and thankn you so much for your support. xxx

thank you i will try that, x

I didn't have an abnormal ecg, but my blood wasnt clotting right, i was supposed to be sleeved on oct 9th, but am still waiting for my blood tests to return to see what treatment i need then will get a new date. i know how dissapointing it is, but it is better to have the checks before surgery, hoping they can soet it soon for you, hang in there, and if it is delayed, keep focused, and working towards your sleeve, x

wow, well done, you are doing great and with your attitude im sure you will get there.
The pain from the open surgery will lessen, but it does take time, im remembering my c sections, but the time will pass and it will all be worthwhile.
The only thing that concerns me is the breathing bit, i had my gall bladder out keyhole 15 years ago and for the first 24 hours every breathe was agony, and am hoping i wont have that with the sleeve op, but am prepared and it will be worth it to get the tool that will help me changed my life for the good.
Thank you for sharing your experience, i am looking forward to hearing how you progress, take care, Janet.x

Moregan, Isn't it telling that we cannot take a complement at any weight! It's as though we cannot be comfortable in our skin period. I think that your fiance was very sweet last night. Take him at his word and trust that he is being honest with you.
And, for all of us dealing with weight issues, please don't hate that girl that was once you. That person was just as worthy of his love as you are at your new weight. She is, and was, you! I am preop and it hurts me to see so many people talk badly about "that person" they were before weight loss. I hope that I can still embrace that women because she was brave. She was willing to sign up for this surgery even though it was scary. When she leaves the house she does so with her head high, even if there is pointing or snickers. When you feel unsure of yourself get in touch with that women because she has learned to look for other ways of coping. Some of them were not good (food) but she didn't quit!
Good luck to you!

well done, not long and the journey will begin, x

I'm sorry, I went through something like this a year and a half ago. I had the pre-op urine drug screen (just the dip test) at a the small hospital lab that I work with. Despite the book from the test states false positives occur for amphetamines when you are on Zantac, the surgeon would not do the surgery! Even when I explained I pass drug screens all of the time for exposures; challenges with narcotics in the pharmacy, returning to work following procedures etc. This year when I reapplied, I insisted on the 10 panel urine drug screen and passed (after $800 cost) but I know how hard it is to get close and not have it go through. I am praying you do not have to have a long wait. While several people are over a year out, I am just getting done next month, Maybe you will be able to have it then also!!!!

Hang in there. My thoughts are with you.

This is so frustrating to be right there and to have this problem that is going to post pone your dream come true. you have to wait. The time will go by fast and you will be sitting next to us on the BIG LOSER'S BENCH really soon!

the second night i was very hungry, but had a big drink of diluted pop and went to bed.

wed, the third day decided to get weighed, i had been for tinkles that much i knew i had lost weight, another 2lb down, that is 6 altogether. Finding it easier but did have more to eat for dinner, but did keep within limits.

4th day and feel more in control today, not as hungry and am not thinking about food. Had a very stressful day, my 80 year old mom is ill and had to call a doc and be there, but did'nt turn to food, another small hurdle over. I have my close friends praying for me and can tell that they are praying enabling me to stick to this very low cal diet. my bs went really low yesterday and i knew about it, but managed to eat before i went totally strange, lol. Each day is a day nearer, so glad i am not alone in this, :-)

God Bless & Good Luck! five days!!

wow, Mexico sounds good, very enjoyable and interesting post, thank you, x

Your post is so encouraging. Thanks. I haven't had my surgery yet but posts like this give me so much hope and will power.

I think you made a good decision. Please keep intouch and keep us posted! Hope you get your date soon!