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I had my surgery on the 17th. Had pain from the drains but once out felt much better. Got stitches out this morning and back at work. Struggling to get all the liquids in but continue to try. Still retaining a lot of fluid and scale just started moving on the weekend. Down 8 pounds. How are you doing?

They say there is a three week or four week stall. Just keep doing what your doing! Your body is adjusting...And thank hubby for all his support...sorry that was sarcasm...Believe in yourself! This WILL work!!!!

Yes see if there is a lockbox and use it. My money was stolen from my wallet at the hospital that I was at...

Dr castaneda had his flight cancelled this morning si I am suppose to get done tomorrow evening now

Dr castaneda had his flight cancelled this morning si I am suppose to get done tomorrow evening now

WOW!!! Great job!

Wow! You lost 50 pounds in two months??? That is incredible!!! I'm hoping for 30 at that point! I plan on taking pictures and measurements tho to get me thru the stall...

I Paid 6500 plus my week stay and flights for 1000. So affordable....

I would love to join your group if you guys get together. I am going on Friday to Mexico to get sleeved and I live in Martensville. Booked straight through the Dr.

I think we must have the same dr...I just booked thru the dr directly. How much did you have to pay? I know someone that did it thru weightloss forever in saskatoon and they paid 18,000

Hey Group! How is everyone doing? My Surgery is on Saturday. Freaking out!!!!

Good Luck McButterpants! Saturday is my day. Leave for Mexico on Friday....incredibly anxious!!!

OK Low BMIers...how do we start a thread that we can talk together or do we just send a message to all the members? Lisa got sleeved yesterday without any issues and feels fantastic! Yeah Lisa!!! Anyone else getting done this week? I get done on Saturday! Yikes!

I wasn't even going to tell my mom but she had a fit that I was going to Mexico with my boyfriend while he was having a bodylift done since he had the sleeve last November and lost 140 pounds. She was so worried that I was going to be all alone in Mexico while he was in the hospital and how could he take me there and not take care of me. *eye rolling*. I'm 41! LOL So I finally said I won't be alone...I will be in the hospital too. SHe took it fairly well which surprised me but as it is getting closer (Nov 16) she has sent me a news article about murders in Mexico and wanting to know that I have my will and all my arrangements in place in case I don't come back...seeing the lawyer tomorrow...*more eye rolling* Now she is starting to question the surgery and what is going to happen and when do I get out of the hospital and when does he get out of the hospital. I know she is just worried but I explained that I am tired of fighting this battle and I don't want to end up with health problems. She is diabetic and has a whole set of issues that may or may not have to do with her weight. Remind her that you appreciate that she is worried for you and you know that it is coming from the right place but your a big girl now and that you haven't entered into this decision lightly and researched it. added side note...the boyfriend had the lapband and had to have it removed because it wouldn't heal. The surgeon at the time encouraged him to do the sleeve prior to doing the band. He said he wished he would have listened. It seems from what I have read that there have been more people have trouble with the band and/or then get sleeved after. Yes it is permanent. That's the whole point isn't it? Good luck from a fellow person that has trouble having their mothers understand that there should be boundaries in a relationship.

DId you lose some on your pre op diet? They say there is a 3 week stall. I bet you will lose a few in a few days. Your body probably just needs some time to adjust. Hang in there!

You have lost 25 pounds in less than a month! That is fabulous!!! I go on the 16th. Hope I lose that much by Christmas. That would be awesome! Hang in there!

New and Improved! Are you going to go to Mexico if you are doing self pay? My surgery is $6,500 plus roughly $1,000 for my travel costs.

On my profile it says social groups - LOW BMIers. Just click on that and then join as a member. My surgery is on the 16th of November. WHen is yours?

A new support group was started for LOW BMIers. You are welcome to join!

Ok we almost have the exact same stats! We will have to keep in touch!

Heading to Mexico for surgery Nov 16th. Booked straight thru the Doctor. Anyone else around for a support group?

I'm starting to get a bit nervous but I know this is the answer for me in the long run. Best of luck to all of you!

Ok I got my tickers going! Yeah! Had to show them off! LOL. I am actually having surgery on a Saturday. Is anyone else going to be in Puerto Vallarta around the 16th of November?

My Dr said I am not required to do a pre-op diet but I plan on doing it for the 2 or 3 days prior to surgery just to clean myself out. So much for taking advantage of the all inclusive resort! LOL I'm sure I will be ready to lick a cow after just a couple of days!!!

I am going to Mexico to have it done on November 16th. It is costing me $6,500 not including travel.