Okiebon

I'm 44, halfway to 45, and having surgery in 3 weeks.
I'm so glad this question came up. I've been asking myself the same thing, worrying I might be too "old" for this surgery. Not anymore!

Thank you, Rocky!
Three months ago I didn't think I could stand such a long wait, but the time passed fast. It's hard to believe, but I'm all packed and ready to go.

After reading that several members here use and love the Torani sugar free syrups, I bought a selection from their website and waited impatiently to try them.
Now I've tried three of them. And I can't stand the taste!
The first time, I mixed a dash of French vanilla into a cup of coffee. A few days later, I added a few drops of the White chocolate to my Syntrax Vanilla Bean Protein Shake. Today I tried adding two teaspoons of S'mores Syrup to my coffee. All 3 drinks tasted fine before I added the syrup but there was a strong bitter, chemical-like tang to the drinks after I added the syrup.
The taste was so bad all three times that I poured the rest of the drink down the sink. Now I'm a little afraid to try again.
Am I adding too much syrup? Too little? Not mixing it in the right type of beverage?
I really want to enjoy these syrups. Plus, I spent too much on them for them not to be used. Please help!
Note: I'm pre-op, my surgery is in 3 days.

My surgery is on March 20, and I've been doing the same thing. Tomorrow is my last day before I start my pre-op diet on Saturday. But, my diet is high-Protein low-carb, not liquids, so I've mainly been splurging on the sweets. Since sweets are a big weakness for me I plan to steer clear of them forever after surgery, and I think savoring these last farewells has helped me get in the right mental mindset for surgery in 2 weeks.

Congratulations, and best wishes to both of you!

I've found several studies on MGB. Here are links to a few.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24913595
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23011462
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22411569
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24805912
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21165621
And this site offers a good discussion of the procedure as well as summaries of the results of several studies. http://www.bariatric-surgery-source.com/mini-gastric-bypass-surgery.html

Congratulations, and best wishes to both of you!

Everything went very well, especially after meeting Dr. Rodriguez. He has such a calm, comforting, confidence about him and he's so nice and patient with everyone. I couldn't help but feel that I was going to be in great hands.
I had no/very little gas pain, no nausea or other issues. I am sore especially around the incisions but that's already much better. When I woke up in my room after surgery, I was able to get out of bed on my own to move around. A couple of ladies there getting sleeves had quite a bit of gas pain and threw up several times. I don't know if I just got lucky or if it because I had an MGB done.
My first meal was about four teaspoons of broth, four of Jello, a few sips of juice and some ice chips. And I was full! For dinner tonight I had 8oz unjury chicken broth and a small container of sugar free Jello. So far everything's gone down without problem and I'm getting plenty of fluids. I've been taking my regular meds, pills and capsules, no problem. Today I started on my bariatric Vitamins and extra Calcium.
The drive from the airport to hospital, and then back, was uneventful. I saw nothing concerning during the ride.
Mary Anne, Dr. Rodriguez' assistant, will meet you in the admitting office to translate and take you to your room. She'll leave her phone number so you can call her with any questions or problems.
Communicating with the nurses was very frustrating a couple of times. I highly recommend keeping the translation sheet they give you nearby.
Sergio, who heads up the shuttle service contracted by the hospital, picked me up early at the hospital on Monday and offered to stop at a neat histories and let me do some shopping. Of course I said yes! I got some woven bags, a couple if nicknames and a gorgeous turquoise pendant. If I had felt a little more chipped, and had a way to get everything home, I would've bought some rugs and a few other things. The prices were great.
I hope this helps you. You'll be in excellent hands with Dr. Rodriguez.
Please let me know how everything goes for you. Best wishes!

Do a search on here for Three Week Stall. It's very common and has been posted about countless times. Some of those threads have excellent explanations of why it happens to us.
Congratulations on your progress, that's wonderful!!

Do a search on here for Three Week Stall. It's very common and has been posted about countless times. Some of those threads have excellent explanations of why it happens to us.
Congratulations on your progress, that's wonderful!!

I agree with the previous posters. Have you sat down and listed the potential risks of you NOT having surgery (high blood pressure, diabetes, sleep apnea, GERD, joint damage, shortened life span, etc.)? Doing that was an eye opener for me. I changed my mind about the surgery more than once, but every time I took a handful of hypertension meds or faced using my CPAP machine, everything came back into focus. I want a chance at health and a happier life again. Either way, it was going to be a gamble.
But that was what was best for me, you're the only one who can decide what would be best for you.
After having had surgery with Dr. Rodriguez myself last week, I can honestly say that you have made an excellent choice there. He's very, very good at what he does. If you have any questions, or if I can help in any way, please let me know.
I wish you the best!

No, that isn't normal. You need to call your surgeon.

Wow, you look terrific!!
We're built kind of similar and I want my abdomen to disappear like that. Have you been doing ab exercises or is this all a result of working your diet?

It went great, thank you! I feel good and had no gas pain or other issues to speak of.
I see you're researching doctors. Please, be very, very careful in making your selection. There are a few great doctors out there, and a few not so great. If you put the doctor's names in the search bar at the upper right of this page you'll find tons of posts that may be helpful to you. Hopefully, none of the posts have been removed.

Thank you, Alex!
I downloaded 'The BIG Book on Bariatric Surgery: Living Your Best Life After Weight Loss Surgery' with code M7R5Q2Z9KLG9K.

@@psychicrhino that is awesome! You're still feeling good and doing your walking? Are you on full liquids or pureeds now?
I've not had any problems so far. Got all my liquids and Protein (shakes) in yesterday, and am on track again today. Not having any problems getting/keeping anything down, I just have to go slower. It amazes me how fast I get full!!! dinner last night was 8 oz of Unjury chicken broth and a little bit of sugar free Jello.

My favorites are the Syntrax Nectars, especially Capuccino, vanilla Bean and Roadside Lemonade. They have a lot of other flavors to choose from, too. This website lets you order individual sample packets of tons of different brands and flavors so you can find which one(s) work best for you. http://www.nashuanutrition.com/store/protein-powders/protein-powder-samples-1-serving.html

This is the thread on shoe sizes changing after surgery: http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/333450-did-your-shoe-size-change-after-weight-loss-surgery/page-6?hl=%2Bshoe+%2Bsize#entry3781191
I can't wait!!

@@Okiebon, glad you made it home well!. I am 12 days out now and very little tenderness left. Hardest part is getting enough Protein and Water in. 19.5 lbs down since day before surgery BTW!

I made it home safe and sound, and I'm feeling really good! No issues at all so far. I really liked Dr. Rodriguez and felt good about my choice after meeting him.

Nope, you aren't the only one who's wondered this. Since my surgery on Friday, I understand much better though. Sorry I didn't respond to you more quickly. Hope the message I just sent you helps.

I'm home and feeling good!

Happy to hear you're back home and doing well.
My surgery is today, so I'll be leaving the house soon.

I'm also a big fan of Syntrax Nectar. My favorites are the Cappuccino and the vanilla bean. Those, and a couple of others, I prefer to mix with milk.
I've tried several of the fruity flavors and found them all good, it's just a matter of personal tastes. Twisted cherry and strawberry Kiwi are my favorites right now. Oh, and Roadside Lemonaide.

I only have to make it through one more day before my surgery on FRIDAY! I've waited months for this and can't believe the time is finally here.
I'm ready. Bags are packed, everything is done except getting on the plane and getting to the hospital. (I'm having a Mini Gastric Bypass with Dr. Jose Rodriguez).
Thoughts and prayers would definitely be appreciated.