freelee

Wow! Glad to know there are others out there who understand how hard the cpap can be. I've Had it almost two months, and have not made it through a full night yet. I've only NOT tried one night. I try with and without humidifier, and use the Small nose mask. My throat and the back of my mouth hurts from it, and my sinuses are horrible (yes' I clean it and use distiller water.) Any new insight appreciated.

I teach and could have done It a little sooner, but school is out Friday June 12, and will have bypass on Tuesday June 16. Looking forward to having plenty of time to start the new lifestyle and habits.Christmas would have been my second choice.

What is vaping? It's not a term I've ever the term before.

Best wishes for a smooth and quick recovery and easy transition. I know about the excitement and nervousness. My bypass surgery is scheduled for June 16. Just started my 2 week liquid protein diet today. Looking forward to being on the other side of the surgery. Good luck to you.

Thank you. I started my pre-op protein drinks today. Your post was a great reminder and I will keep these verses closeby throughout.

I don't have cancer, but I as my bypass surgery gets closer (June 16), I start wondering about all kinds of things to make sure I've covered all my bases. So, has anyone had to have chemo later after they have had the surgery? Does the surgery affect the treatment of cancer? Does malabsorption affect the working of the chemo? My dad died of prostate cancer so breast cancer, etc, pops up in my thoughts sometimes. I'm not due for a mammogram until August after my surgery, so can't check that off the list. I have read it is more difficult to diagnose and treat stomach cancer due to it being stapled off. I know I shouldn't be worrying about things such as this when I am so blessed to be able to have the surgery and with all the support I am getting, but you know how those "things" just creep into your thoughts as we're going through the process. Thanks for listening.

This is amazing information! I am so surprised it can be done outpatient!. Thanks for letting us know. That is very encouraging. I've always heard it is like having a C-section, which was not outpatient, but not horrible either. Will you / Did you have an epidural or completely out? I'm hoping you say completely out, can't imagine hearing them talk about removing all the skin!

Thanks for the encouraging story! The altitude itself would do me in right now. Looking forward to my June 16 surgery!

Had my sleep study last night and was dreading it! It was strange getting set up, but after thinking I'd never fall asleep, I did and woke up feeling Fine. I don't know the results, but I'm finished with the requirements. Surgery is June 16! WiSh it was earlier, but I teach until that Friday.

I'm new here. You all are great sources of information. Thank you already for all the tips and information I have read. Best wishes to all of you in your journey. My question is, "What can I expect from the pulmonologist's appointment?" This is my next step and am curious and a little nervous. With the extra weight, I'm already having some problems. I guess that's normal, right?

Will they let me take the sleep study with a bad cough and cold? Today is Thursday, the sleep study is Sat night. My cough and cold has been getting progressively worse this week.......should I cancel! Will they make me reschedule? I've already been approved for my surgery. Guess I should call them, huh? Just want it over and done.

I have my sleep study next Saturday night. My dr prescribed 1 ambien to take when I get there. I am already approved, so I feel this is rather redundant, but necessary. I'm rather curious if I have sleep apnea or not. I'm not looking forward to it either, but heard it is in a really nice setting. Good luck.

Hi Magic Mojo, CONGRATULATIONS! How Are you feeling? I can't wait to get my June date. By the way, I finished StraNiger Here and loved it! Thanks so much for the recommendation. Very gritty stuff, but good to read. Her next bOok comes out in Oct. keep us updated on your successes, I'm rooting for you! Freelee

Did you have to do a liquid pre-op diet? I think I will be doing one the last two weeks of school. How was that for you at school?

Good luck on your surgery in a couple of weeks. I, too, am a classroom teacher and wondering the same things for the coming year. I haven't got an official date, but will be getting a date this week. I plan to have rny surgery on or around June 15th, the Monday after school is out. Then I think I will have about 8 weeks before going back. Please let me know how you do and what it is like when you go back. I teach 5th grade.

Hi Magic Mojo.........finished 11 ch of the book and I can relate to so many of her Emotions. She's just about to go to her first appt. really like it, thanks for the suggested reading. Good luck on Wednesday, I'll be praying for you. Please post when you can.

I'm on the road to bypass surgery. pulmonary appt on Fri, and then getting the surgery date. I'm hoping for mid June as soon as school is out. Is that enough time to get adjusted to my new life before school starts again mid August? My other question is for teachers who have had the surgery, how do you find the food requirements of small meals and side effects (bathroom issues, etc) work with your tightly scheduled day as a teacher? I teach 6th grade. Any suggestions and tips appreciated.

Absolutely, that sounds great. I would appreciate any advice you can give. I have my pulmonology appt on Friday and if all goes well can get my surgery date then. I am hoping for June 15 because I am a teacher and school is out then.Sounds like too much to deal with as the end of school approaches. Thanks for the book suggestion. I am definitely going to get it and begin reading this week. Hope you are doing well.

I am 62 also and am expecting to get my bypass surgery date next week. I am very excited but know it is going to take a lot of determination and hard work on my part afterwards. Good luck.