OKSleever

Depends on the surgeon. Mine didn't require a preop diet for me, but he would have for someone older or with a higher BMI. Other surgeons don't want to sort through who does or doesn't need one, so they just make it a blanket rule and if they get in there and your liver is too big they just sew you back up and thank you for your check!

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Hi fellow Okies!! I'm getting sleeved with Dr. Broussard tomorrow. I'm on my one day of Clear Liquids before the surgery, and I have so much more sympathy for the folks who were required to be on weeks of liquids!!! It's been just 8-10 hours of clear liquids and I already just want the surgery over with so I can get to some solid food again It's good to know there are several of us that have used WeightWise, and it seems like it's been a generally positive experience!

My question: what is the great advantage of a quick surgery date, other than satisfying impatience, that is? If it is a medical emergency such as get the sleeve next week or die, it is understandable.
My bmi was only 41 with high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and diabetes. I was not put back by the 6 month wait. I needed the time to research, set my brain, and prepare for the rest of my life. When you have lived 64 years, 6 months is but a moment.
I needed the time. Adjusting was rough enough. My time researching and getting my mind right prepared me for the battles ahead.
There are quite a few folks on this forum that can't get the insurance to pay for the surgery, 6 months wait or not. They would take the 6 months gladly.

*getting out the popcorn because now I can*

So you don't feel that you were overeating when compared to others but bottom line is that you were overeating? No lecture here, I'm just curious how one might become overweight without eating calories than they burn daily.

I'm not sure the sleeve would work or be a helpful tool for someone who already eats very little and just has a slow metabolism. In that case, apparently restriction/calorie control, which the sleeve helps to provide, would not be your answer. If you already have limited calories, getting a sleeve will not help and if it's truly just a metabolic issue, perhaps a thyroid evaluation is in order.

Janice,
Non critical question here. Just wondering since you didn't over-eat -- do you know why you got over-weight?
Blessings,
WeeWers

This is a stupid rule, and should be done away with!!!

Good for you, Mamma! I think that the way our children turn out is about 5% genetic and 95% environmental. It is like I said earlier, I don't think my smoking has anything to do with how my children are maturing but it does have something to do with how I parent them.
And frankly, that is probably inaccurate too. The pot does not make me open-minded and sensitive to their needs....it is my open mindedness and sensitivity which draws me to using cannabis. I believe it is only a matter of time before weed is legalized in all of the states. Our laws just need to catch up to the science.
I also believe that JessicaAnn has a very valid point. Personal possession and consumption IS still illegal in many states. The desire to obey all laws and regulation is admirable. I think it comes down to risk management, common sense, and personal maturity. I've known people who abuse pot and are not good parents because of it. I know people who have smoked in their cars with their kids or who tell their kids to lie about what they see Mommy and Daddy doing. Those people suck as parents in those cases.
However, we all make daily choices about which laws we will follow or disregard. Speeding, seat belt usage, doing home repairs without a permit, reporting all of your cash income, etc... We as individuals pick and choose.
I smoke pot at night when my children are tucked in their beds. I do not smoke and drive. I do not carry it on me. I do not "party" anymore. I have a lot of work during the day and I always get my stuff done before relaxing with my bowl. I like the feeling of my mind floating around the heavens. I am more creative when I smoke. Most of my home and garden project planning happens while smoking. I too graduated with my bachelors with a 4.0 while smoking.
The worst side affect of pot is my irrational love of the Grateful Dead.

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Hi Laura!!!!!! :)
OP I know what your saying, but we're all different and our struggle is the same but different.
For me what you're saying is sort of akin to a lean person asking why fat people don't stop eating so much.

You should definitely talk to your surgeon about it. There's a tendency among people who have been successful with weight loss surgery to think their way is the only way but the truth is we all have our own struggles and this is a huge decision you should make with your surgeon taking all of YOUR individual habits and problems into consideration. Best of luck!

You should definitely talk to your surgeon about it. There's a tendency among people who have been successful with weight loss surgery to think their way is the only way but the truth is we all have our own struggles and this is a huge decision you should make with your surgeon taking all of YOUR individual habits and problems into consideration. Best of luck!

I think I'd be asking where they came from.

hey, I figure if you're within 200 pounds, it's all good...

New lease of life got three wonderful kids really don't need a fourth and my poor wife really don't need the stress she's done enough :-)