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Update to my above post: I am happy to report that the vast majority of my incontinence issues have been resolved. I no longer wear a pad during the day or night. Wow, that is amazing to me! Having had to wear them for quite a few years now for the random leaking issues. I have decreased my coffee consumption quite a bit however, from 2 cups a day perhaps to 2 -3 cups a week. Try this - it may very well help you quite a bit. Laughing and sneezing - haven't noticed any issues, but haven't done a lot of both. I really only leaked when I laffed so hard and long that I couldn't help myself..lol. Sneezing, maybe the tiniest dribble noww?? Nothing I would consider wearing a pad for. I don't feel the constant need to pee, that has been reduced quite noticeably. I tend to drink most of my Water in the evening - so I still will get up to go a few times before I actually fall asleep and still will occasionally get up very early morning before arising to go. Still consider that better than the way it was --- used to be every time I rolled over in bed I would leak...ugh. So, I think anyone considering treatment for incontinence prior to WLS should definitely wait until after surgery to evaluate their real need.

Also, is it called the Lyons Den, or is it The Den Coffeehouse?

Hi all Seattle Sleevers! I plan on making the meet up in Bothell on Sunday. Had my sleeve surgery on Feb 19th and would enjoy meeting others in the area! See you there! How will I be able to identify the group? Or do you usually sit somewhere in particular?

Hi there. I want to reply to you tomorrow if I have time. I have an interesting perspective to share.

Thing is that in the last twenty years I've really not committed myself hugely to losing weight. I've done the Phen/Fen, lost a lot, gained it back, done Weight Watchers for a month or so, stopped, but I've never exercised at all. I've done a little bit of Atkins, but nothing lasts more than a month or so. So his put is that I haven't really tried...and I see some merit in that. I've been pretty lax with myself these past 20 years....when I say I've never exercised I mean it..oh a few fits and starts, but nothing ever consistent beyond a week. Now, prior to surgery, I've been low carb, high Protein for 3 months and lost 30 lbs...need to lose probably another sixty. That's a lot! Am I looking for the easy way out? I know, I know, no body can decide this but me . You are all very patient to read my posts.

Hi All, Waiting for a call from my sister who is my rock. I've watched every you tube video there is probably, as well, read and read, it all seemed reasonable to me. God, I love my son so much, you know that feeling as a parent. I'm just scared that if have complications I'll have done something irreversible and it will affect his life. He doesn't have any siblings... He just wants me to be healthy and wants what is best for me, but he has me doubting ....I don't see it as negativity, as more concern, and worried about my quality of life afterwards. Me? Jeez, now I'm wondering whether I want to go through the possibility of nausea at 6 months out, vomiting, or whatever. I'm typically a "hard to make a decision" kind of person, and this isn't unusual for me to have my blood run cold at the last minute on things.... I'm sure some of you get tired of hearing about doubts...I just wish I had more up beat, positive folks around. Oh Lord, guide the way. Thanks all

My son who is 22 came to me this morning with concerns and worries about me having surgery in the morning. I'm scared now and have been crying and considering backing out. He thinks it's too big of alteration with unknown things I might regret. He really doesn't want me to do this. He's an health conscious and excersise a. ETAC and has seen me lose 30 lbs in the last three months. I was commited this morning and now feel sick with doubt.

Absolutely awesome! What a difference!! You look like a new person. Can't imagine how folks recognize you ???? you no doubt worked very hard and you must be quite delighted with your new self.

Oh boy, do I hope I'm as lucky as you! My surgery is Monday, bright and early, have to be there at 5:30 AM and surgery at 7:40 AM. Trying to be calm..lol. So happy to hear your surgery was un-eventful, and that you are feeling good.

Great pictures! Especially the tropical beach one - oh how lovely that would be to be there! Glad you are on the road to better health and wishing the best to both you and wifey.

Thank God for this forum. It's been my constant companion for at least two months how. You all are a blessing and I thank you for the replies, you re-enforced what I know already, I just wanted to "hear it".

Hi all, My surgery is scheduled for Monday. Ugh - these last second nagging worries that I'm doing the right thing. My question is for those that have had the surgery starting with a pre-op weight in the 220's. I've lost about 30 pounds since mid-October just following a very low carb diet. That's a decent success for me considering I haven't been this weight for at least 10 years (226 lbs). Did you have feelings like "I know I could do this myself without surgery, if I just kept doing what I'm doing"? That's the only thing kind of nagging at me...almost makes me wish I hadn't worked so hard for the last three months!..lol. I'm not sure why I have been successful so far, but I think it has a lot to do with the fact that I'm shooting for this goal of surgery, i.e. I KNOW I have to eat right before because I want a safe surgery, but I never thought I would lose 30 lbs. Now having said that, I'm still committed to having the surgery, (oh I suppose I could wake up Monday morning and never show up for surgery..highly doubtful), I just have these last minute jitters. Have I been hungry these last few months? Sometimes, but not too bad. Do I think I could continue this way of eating without the surgery? Ehh...I'm betting not. Would I hate myself if I gained back 30 lbs...? Yup..lol. I need to lose (or want to lose) another 70 lbs or so.... could I do that without surgery? Seems impossible.......my son who is a health fanatic keeps telling me I can do it on my own.........same with the lovely ex-husband who I made the mistake of telling (he's a big of a poo-poo-er about anything involving a medication or elective surgery - believes in herbal remedies - ). My sister and my niece are my supporters. Anyway, anyone who started in the mid 220's want to weigh in on this?

It's hard to understand/accept eating so few calories when many of us have been told that "starvation diets" don't work and only cause your metabolism to slow down thus slowing down weight loss. I'm having a hard time with this idea but I understand that restricted calories are necessary. It's just so few in the beginning!!

Doing any better ChronicJam?

Mr. Poopy Head!!! Your feelings are justified. Jeez - guys sometimes just cannot get past themselves.