Jaime_Boston

I'm scheduled for surgery first thing Wednesday morning and ever since last Wednesday I've been getting more and more anxious each day. It has freaked me out that my countdown is in days, not weeks anymore. My stomach is "ugh" feeling all day long. I'm emotional, feel like crying several times a day, not like myself. My head spins and I think of everything that could go wrong. It doesn't help that I'm self-pay, I keep thinking of long term complications that could happen that my insurance won't cover. I have had no doubts and felt complete peace about this procedure until this weekend. I've been very overweight since I was a child and well over 300 lbs for at least the last 13 years so I know I need this. I'm hoping its normal that I'm feeling this way but it still is no fun!

I'm tomorrow and I have the same ugh. No joke, I've shed 10 more pounds tonight because of it lol. One step at a time...

Jamie, we have same surgery date! I was sleeved five months ago and am going in for revision. You will do great! Keep a positive frame of mind! Anxiousness is expected but after I think you will be relieved to know it's better then you expected :-)

Wait... Why all the revisions??!?!?

This is my week! 18th (Tuesday)

No heavy nerves YET.... But I anticipate at 5:45am on Tuesday I will be. First sleeve of the day at 6am.

Can i please have an invite? Lacucaperla@yahoo.com Ty. See u in Facebook

Me too!!! My date is 3/18! This week!!! Jaime.flynn@gmail.com

I was thinking about doing one - one week before my gastric sleeve...... Do you all think one week out is ok?

My dr. Highly recommended I not do this before surgery.

Ohhh, poor you. Saw my dietician this week, and she explained this is a side effect that can be helped by taking Magnesium Hydroxide to relieve the symptoms. Not a nice feeling, and I wish you luck

It's strange but I'm going to call them today and ask too. Also extremely gassy. Ugh.

Am I crazy? I am pretty sure I haven't had a normal movement since my last full solids meal. Has this happened to anyone else and how can I fix this with only liquids? I'm on Day 8 of liquids.

FYI. For my Dr - liquids also include Greek yogurt and soupy oatmeal etc.

Unless its to save my life, I would never let any doctor cut off my stomach. The lap band is reversible and the sleeve is not. Because I plan on becoming pregnant than cutting off half my stomach would not be a good idea. But if it works for you God bless. See ya on the slim side!

Having the sleeve done in 1 week. First and foremost it's for a better healthy future for me. But secondly, we have tried for 6 years to conceive. I look forward to this happening in the future due to the weight loss.

Hi ladies

As we all know, one of the many effects of obesity is irregular monthly cycles. I'm still pre op, but I've lost approx 30 pounds and have had a continual cycle since I am continuing to lose. Surgery is in 8 days. Anyone else experience this ?

What is colonics??

It's a form of a colon cleanse but with instant results and improvement of the digestion track.

Good job jaime_boston!!... Down another 2 pounds since yesterday totaling 7 lost by day 4!!!!! 9 more to go the waiting is killing me!!.. Ps. Idont know your stats but i figure ill throw mine out here.. HW 322 preop appt 319.5 Cw 312.2 Im5'6

Let's see...

HW: 370+

Pre - op appt: 341

CW: 336

liquids are easiest in morning/day time. Nights seem to get challenging but so far so good!

3/18 for me also in liquid diet.

I find if I keep reminding myself that this is helpful to have a less complicated surgery by detoxing the liver... Hang in there!

Yes. For me, it was a detox from sugar and carbs, which really makes you feel bad.

I actually have been doing no sugar or carbs for a while but I feel like the continual liquids and less Protein options are making me sleepy!

Day 5 of liquid pre op diet and I'm so exhausted. I'm doing ok sticking to liquids but I'm completely exhausted. I fell asleep mid afternoon! (Not like me)

Anyone else experience this PRE op??

Yay for march 18th!!!!. Im currently starting day three of my liquid diet lost 5 lbs so far. 10 more days to go till surgery!!!!! Cannot wait!! Good luck all

Same here. Tomorrow is day 4. Also 5 pounds down.

Same here, I took 2 weeks. Surgery is 3/18 I go back to work 31st. I've also got an office job and I have a home office so it's helpful.

I am feeling your pain. I am 13 days from having the surgery and I am really struggling with anxiety. I have been telling my friends all the possible negatives and they are telling me to stop reading. I am pretty sure I will make it through the process but I will definitely need some positive encouragement to get there. Good luck and stay strong (mentally).

Same here! 12 days and I can't sleep every night! Ugh!

Jaime_Boston I don't think I got it. I don't show to have any messages.

Hmm ok

My surgeon has done 22 sleeves and over 1000 lap bands. He has a 100% success rate so far with sleeves. Where it's considered the newer surgery, I actually found bariatric surgeons not having extensive experience. TRUST ME , I've been worried - but I'm far more concerned about my weight/health. He's had high success with the other bariatric surgeries. He's the head of the Surgical Weight Loss Specialist of Mass. Do your research and talk with some of his sleeve patients. Today was my pre op and he offered to connect me with some of his first patients.

I recently found out that my surgeon has only done 26 sleeve operations. Do you think that is enough experience to trust?

Just sent you a PM

Had my pre op today. 21 pounds down but he decided he wants my liquid diet to start tomorrow vs this weekend. That's a big of a mental shock but this journey requires flexibility.

What I learned today:

* my surgeon doesn't use drains

* no binding

* no "clear liquids" stage

* 2 weeks pre op AND 2 weeks post op = liquids (including yogurts, oatmeal, blended soups)

* staples removed after 2 weeks

* surgeon was kind enough to prescribe Adavan for any anxiety night before / morning of.

So my point is - every surgeon has their own protocol.. I guess no two patients are alike or surgeons!

Yikes, here we go liquids.

Omg girl I am soooooo nervous!!!

You aren't alone. I'm just doing prep stuff to keep myself busy. Where do you live?

I also have a few friends who are making me their favorite stocks recipe. It's nice to have friends that support the decision and want to be a part of it.

Pre-op testing tomorrow. And I'll get more info on which type of Vitamins to be taking.

I'm pretty sure I'm overdosing on B12. Someone mentioned they take 1 time a week? I take two daily! 1000 mg!!

My Nut said no gummies. But I guess eveyones is different. Im scheduled for april 2. Bought tons of Jello, chicken and beef stock and slimfast. What Protein Shakes did your Nut tell u to get?

I had actually recommend one to her! It's all natural, no artificial sweeteners and 26g Protein. Numedica Slim Fit chocolate.

Hi all!! Im scheduled.for March 18th add me to list please!!!!

Yay! Same day as me!

I'm just new at this WLS, had mine 4 days ago and still coping with the whole liquid diet. My question is; when or are green smoothies allowed? Will my new stomach be able to handle this drink 2weeks after? I'm keen to not want to rely on Vitamin tablets or go for vitamin injections...so will I be able to have green smoothies? Has anyone else had them?

I too am a green a smoothie person and I know my surgeon and NUT mentioned that fruits and veg need to wait a few weeks bc of how difficult they can be to digest. Be careful ! Ask your Dr first