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Thank you!!

Thank you!!!

My Doc said my stomach was incased in thick scar tissue from previous surgeries so it could be dangerous to cut into it in fear that he damages other organs. I just feel dejected because i work out alot, personal trainer 3 times a week, i eat relatively healthy but due to hormones and thyroid problems I'll probably lose 10-15lbs.. this is why i decided on the surgery because i was getting depressed about it... now it seems after going through this process I'm still in the same boat. I'm generally not a pessimist but i just feel like the odds are again stacked against me. Rant over!!

Has anyone had the DS surgery where the Doc did not reduce the size of your stomach, they only rearranged your intestines so it wouldn't absorb as many calories. Please share your story as I'm feeling hopeless and regretful. I'm 3 days post op and can drink the same as pre-OP, im trying not to... I'm definitely freaking myself out that this will not work.

@RickMI have an appointment with my Surgeon on 8/2 so I'm planning on asking all these questions. You have been extremely informative. Thank you so much!!

I'm praying for a speedy recovery! Good luck and see you on the other side!! ??

@RickM Thank you for this information! He did not touch my stomach and what he described sounds exactly like the Distal RNY. This is great information so now i don't feel as down. Thank you again!

Hi! Has anyone heard of Malabsorption Gastric Bypass? So i was supposed to have the Duodenal Switch surgery but when my Surgeon went in yesterday my stomach was incased in scar tissue from previous surgeries so he didn't reduce my stomach he said he disconnected and then reconnected the bottom part of my stomach so i wouldn't absorb as many calories. He said it would have been very dangerous, risk of piercing stuff and would have also needed to do open surgery if he was to remove the scar tissue.. Has anyone heard of this or had it happen to you? I feel devastation.

Thank you All, surgery went well! ??. Still in hospital, could drink a gallon of water but will have to do with the ice chips. Pain has been under control, regular top ups of morphine. All in all not too bad an experience (so far). ?? I pray that all is well with you guys.

@laura071693 I'm getting the DS. At the hospital now and the nerves have kicked in big time! What surgery are you having? Good luck and I'll be praying for a smooth surgery!

Yayy, my surgery is tomorrow too at 11:15am. Wishing and praying that we all have a smooth surgery/recovery.

@Brent701 that price is ridiculous!!??

I'm also having my DS on the 23rd and i am also really nervous but excited! Good luck with your surgery, keep in touch!

Thank you guys!

Hi all, I'm having my DS surgery on 7/23 and I'm looking for a food processor that can puree meat post op, as I'd like to experiment with a few different recipes so i won't be bored. Any ideas?

@passion4film that is fantastic!! Congratulations!

Thank you all, all your suggestions really helped! @James Marusek , i read your story, very informative and also well written!! Thank you for sharing, I'm definitely going to be referring to it in the future.

@SimplyMona I'm pre-op so nor sure about the hair loss but i just wanted to say congratulations, you look fantastic! Thats a great change in such a short period of time. Well done!!!

@Matthew2045 Good luck on your surgery! Mine is on Tuesday 23rd and being nervous is an understatement! Let us know how you get on! Prayers ??

@Wickedwinner thanks, I'll try Walmart. ?

Hi guys, i start my liquid diet today and I've got all my protein drinks, sugarfree popsicles etc but what kind of soups do you all have on the pre-op diet. I don't like tomato soups and not a great fan of creamy soups either. Are there any other soups you'd recommend or recipes? Thanks!!!

Thank you, that is such good advice, will definitely start to wean off the caffeine. I walk on my treadmill daily for at least 45mins a day so that part is good.

@Bianca S. my surgery is on 7/23 and i am so anxious to the point of diarrhea! I have done so much research on the surgery and my Surgeon so I'm comfortable that this is the right decision for me but i just cant stop the anxiety. Good luck on your surgery!

@KarenLR75 , wow Baylor Trophy Club, thats 5 minutes from where i work, i had my hysterectomy there. My doctor is Dr Brewer from Irving. I'm so nervous and anxious about the surgery but also excited. Please keep us updated!?

My surgery is on 7/23 and I'm also in the DFW area! How exciting! Who is your Surgeon?