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Interestingly enough, I too have been going through dental issues and the solution is to do an implant on this one molar. My Bypass is 10/29 and I realize this couldn't have come at the worst time. My thinking, will the implant be able to have the necessary bone growth while I go on this gastric bypass crash diet. Probably not. Now, I too don't know what to do about my implant specially since insurance will take a week or so to approve it and that places it 2 weeks prior to surgery. Blast! No way. I may have to wait 6 months. Fortunately it's a molar but it will put a damper on my chewing for 25 minutes bariatric meal plan. I think one week after surgery may be a little soon. I would make sure all healing of your sleeve is behind you. I am terrified of blood clot complications. All of the bariatric doctors I talked to, who lost a patient or two, was due to deep vein thrombosis (aka blood clot to lungs or brain). I am not sure when the stomach would be completely healed, ask doc. If it were me, 4 weeks after would be wise.

OMG, I remembered a friend of mine (she's a nurse) talking about ketoacidosis and leg cramps with high Protein low carb diets. I looked it up and the ketone excretion process is such that it dehydrates you. More Water is indeed the solution for the leg cramps. Assuming I read this correctly on my research. Obviously, I am not a medical doctor but it is very interesting. They even sell ketone test strips for urine in the pharmacy. Diabetics use them as I found out.

Good luck to you and your decision.

"Life is a marathon not a sprint." I have bursitis in my hip and I wouldn't risk the pain without being able to take NSAIDS for a couple weeks after (RNY can't). I have been limping for over a year even with meds. But you know your hip better then I do. Of course, 5K will feel like a bigger accomplishment but ask yourself why are you doing this race? The reason should educate the decision. Good luck with the decision. We still want to see you rocking those size 6 jeans!

I am shopping for protein these days. How do you like the Nectar protein and were do you buy it?

HI Megan, welcome to the October group. Yes, karenAllen was having exactly the same problem and her NUT told her to drink more fluids. I think she was up to 94 oz which I thought was an incredible amount since I struggle drinking 64 oz per day but it worked for her. Drink plenty of water. How much is plenty? 94 oz apparently! How much are you drinking?

Look at the bright side you will be able to juice after surgery (once the stomach heals) specially if you add some Protein powder to it. I think before surgery it may be best not to in the 3 days prior to surgery since you want to clear out everything inside you and natural fruit/veg stuff has bacteria unless it's cooked. I did ask my nut about it and she said it is safer to stick with apple juice and all it's added non-nutrients because a bacteria wouldn't dare live in it, lol. Your boys are so sweet!

Hurray, she's on the mend!

Yes, I hope to get cured for my sleep apnea. There's a good chance. I believe its a 58% chance if I make it to 50% of excess body weight, which is the definition of success for bariatric surgery. This would be getting to 200 lbs for me (iam 263) and 50% of patients achieve the mark. I hope to do better than average. With additional weight loss the changes are even better. How are you doing on your recovery Jolisue?

Let's face it, the liquid diet is going to be hard. We'll have to pump ourselves up and remember we are doing this because we deserve to be healthy. Some folks have other illnesses, ours is obesity and this is what we have to do to get well. Small price for health, right? You would do it to save a loved one wouldn't you. Well you are being asked to do it for a loved one too - yourself.

October 8th is right around the corner

Yes indeed, thank you Peaches. I knew about the high sugar but I'll watch out for rich/greasy foods as well.

Oh, I forgot to tell you how I found out I had sleep apnea. I was staying at a hotel with my daughter and she told me that I would snore but every once in a while it would go quiet and I would have a louder snore. She said it sounded like I wasn't breathing and then would pull in an extra strong breath. Apparently my husband, who would sleep through a bombing raid, never noticed. I too recorded myself and it sounded bad. The sleep center was able to get me an appointment in 2 days given my story. They were concerned. It turns out I had severe sleep apnea and had no clue I had it.

I have sleep apnea and it sounds like you have it too. I am very sorry to say but 45 seconds is pretty bad. I would get that sleep study done ASAP. It is known as the silent killer because you don't know you have it. Remember the old "died peacefully in her sleep" saying. Well, no she did not! She had sleep apnea and stopped breathing and didn't wake up. I don't want to scare you and of course there is always a chance your recording is off.

My surgery is scheduled for Oct 28th at Fair Oaks. I know 4 others who also had surgery there and of course everyone at my doctor's support group. It is Center of Excellence. But there are several others in the area, including GWU, Georgetown U and Faifax H. to name a few. At GWU it will take a little longer to get scheduled as they are very busy. About 3 months once you complete all your paperwork for insurance (nutritionist visits for insurance) and and you have to see their nutritionist. At Fair Oaks depending on the doctor it may be as early as one month if your schedule is flexible.

Hi Peaches, What foods make you dump?

like dementia?

Yep, please join in on our October Fest! Cute the both of you have the same surgery dates. NCgirl, you waist no time. It's Lapband out Bypass in. I too am having Bypass. walkin'onsunshine, 3 days is a while how is it going. Please share what works or not, keeps you sane, etc. We are all cheering you on from the bench!

I have the same exact concern. I have decided the hubby and kids will have to get frozen meals. I have started the process. Every meal I fix I am making double and freezing the extra half. I will try to make 15 meals this way. I will also make sure we have some frozen options for my husband to cook. He is not a cook but he can make hot dogs, frozen pizza an hamburgers. I don't think I can handle eating with them for a while. I will eat an hour before my family does and if need be I will get dinner on the table and go for a walk or i will be in serious trouble. I also notice dinner is my worst meal. I am tired and hungry and there comes the second helping - Nope, not a chance. I don't think if I'll have the will power if I am eating with them.

Oh good you are not alone. remember the human body can't go long without fluids. Thinking of you and wishing you a speedy recovery. So, sad for you though.

I too told no one but my husband and even him I pondered about. He has been very supportive though. I was planning on taking a taxi to/from the hospital but then I started to think, if things go wrong I may need someone. endzone, you are so funny. Telling your mother what your husband ate was a strike of genius.I will remember that. Yes, I too plan on having an hernia or gallbladder that will have to be removed. I have been complaining of tummy pain already. I do take my pre-op seriously. I will also have a case of the flu come Thanksgiving or perhaps my gallbladder will have an attack. I haven't decided yet. FYI: My bypass is Oct 28th

Auri, I plan on doing the same. I have only 3 days but I am planning on extending it as well.

So sorry Pik, how terrible. Hope it all goes well this weekend. If you can't drink you will get dehydrated. Is someone watching over you? You are not home alone right?

I know this has absolutely nothing to do with bariatric surgery but my new neighbors (moved in August) have had Halloween decor out since last Sunday. It's really nice. Orange light up witches hats on a tree, skeletons with blinking eyes and orange spot lights lighting the entire facade. A bit early I would say but very cool. Then, I realized just a second ago when I responded to Karen, I'm going to be coming home for Halloween. Guess who is going all out this year on the decor! Watch out VA, I'm coming out

Yes, does anyone know why no red or purple? I was told cranberry juice was fine and is most certainly a shade of red.