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For me it's burpees. I'm reasonably certain that if you rearrange the letters in the word burpees (maybe in another language) you end up with Satan

Have you been walking as well? I'm pre-op, but many have posted that walking helped with their gas pain.

Ouch! Quite the monkey wrench especially with you being so close to the finish line. This has not happened to me, but I have my fingers crossed that the test results will be negative. Alternatively, I'm sure there are PLENTY of people here that have had sleep apnea and surgery. I'm guessing this has to do with the anesthesia and your safety, and they're erring on the side of caution. Hopefully this complication wont be complicated and will be resolved quickly and successfully!

You and me both honey!

FINALLY someone from northern MS!! I couldn't figure out where you all were lurking! I suspect we may have the same surgeon (Wagner) because I had my consult and got my surgery date yesterday as well. I'm a week before you -August 19th- and am excited and petrified at the same time (first surgical anything). Praying that all goes well and keep y'all posted.

Another 19th'er like me whoop whoop! It sounds like we are at nearly the same place with the pre op diet as well. I know it will be worth it, but it is tough going right now.

My date is August 19th and I can't wait!! However, I want to increase or maintain my level physical activity but am finding it difficult with this pre op diet. Hopefully I won't be so fatigued in a few days.

You are only confirming my decision not to divulge the details of my upcoming surgery with my co-workers. They already scrutinize who eats what at office gatherings, so heaven forbid I eat half a donut or something after the procedure. I know they will be waiting for some sort of failure or re-gain no matter what I do. So. . . Make your haters your motivators! I plan on being the most fabulous and toned me I can be! Every NSV and weight milestone will be my personal eff you to the naysayers. Jennifer

I can agree to some degree, but I think it's merely a matter of skin, hormones, and such catching up with the dramatic transformations that follow bariatric surgery. However I also realize that bariatric surgery cannot turn FUGLY to FOINE. Those blessed with good bone structure remain attractive at nearly any weight, but most of us mere mortals aren't so lucky. We have to work with the hand we're dealt. With that being said, it may take some of us time to figure out how to present our new faces and bodies in the most attractive light. That could be a tall order for those that had being unobtrusive down to a science in their pre-op life. Just my two cents on the matter. Jennifer

Hi All! I'm new to the group and pre-op. I'm tattooed and pierce. I'm to meet with my doctor to get my surgery date next week. However I've been wondering if any of you all had to remove any piercings prior to surgery? My nipples are pierced and I've never taken them out for fear that I couldn't get them back in. Other than germ issues, I don't see how they could pose any threat procedure-wise if they are sterilized. However I thought I'd pose this question to the group. Jennifer

I think it depends on the individual and is a matter of personal preference. I would never want to go out with the guy who I thought I may accidentally injure during "sexy time" lol. I typically gravitate toward athletic types, And some have been larger and some have been relatively thin guys. However I will say that smaller guys approach me much more frequently than larger ones. In fact, is relatively rare for BBM to even talk to me. I would not go so far as to think that it is the result of some sort of self-loathing. Arguably, it may be the grass is greener scenario----however I still stick with personal preference. Jennifer

It really does depend on your insurance. I attended my first WLS seminar on June 25th (but luckily had two weigh-in sessions and diet discussions with my general doctor in May and June). Spent much of July having tests and evaluations. Was approved by my insurance company on July 29th. Will get my surgery date on Wednesday, August 7th. That's kind of fast I think, but maybe not- my insurances wanted three months of documented weight loss attempts. Others require six. Jennifer