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Hi, in well aware that the sleeve sx will not be a quick or even close to easy fix, but when I read about stalls, and some of the struggles facing post op sleevers I'm discouraged before I start.. I know it won't be easy it'll be the hardest thing I've ever done, but after sacrificing to save to pay out of pocket for this surgery I'd like more of a guarantee that it'll work for me. That I can use it as a tool. I'm sorry, my surgery is scheduled for June 8th, and when I told a few friends today I got, "why don't you try..." Then when I explained I've tried those things and I want able to complete them so many things in the past I just want to do something different..... (I got the "oh yeah it's hard to lose weight" like I'm woosing out and "but you know you can still regain right? **yes i know**). Then I read some shares on here and winner if it's not that different, d/t we all still face the same obstacles I'm wondering if they are right. Should I try A, B, or C...(which i know i can kids 30-40 lbs but then if history repeats itself I will get discouraged and give up when I have a hundred to loose!!) I was hoping that this would force me to continue, to help me have a second chance. I just don't want to repeat the last 10 years of mini diets that produce a 25lb weight loss then stalls and that's it. Please tell me it's different! I know through God nothing is impossible... But then should I save my $$ and try to fight it again without the sx?

Thanks for sending this info and pics of Florence Hospital. I'm scheduled to have my sleeve fine there on June 8th with Dr Camelo. Anyone used him before?

That's been my worry, that is still have to fight the cravings, but when I eat more salads or veggie juice it helps cleans my pallet. This helps especially for summer. Thanks for sharing. I wasn't this to be a life change for me and my son, more activity and healthier diets! I realize my legacy to him right now is not good, sedentary with unhealthy diet...I don't want him to have to struggle like I did. I want to let him see and teach him how to be healthy now.

Awesome thanks!

What about juicing? Is that gen ok with full liquid diet? Wow, 6 mons but then itll taste that much better!!

If you feel training can wait, just tell her you have surgery scheduled for this date.

I've not had my surgery yet, and it looks like it would be June possibly. How soon after surgery can you have salads? I love salads, especially in summer! So I'm going to miss them!

Keep your drain opening clean and covered with gauze to keep it clean, but it should heal up ok, if it has a smell, looks red or draining green or yellow drainage have it looked at, as that could be a sign of infection. (just this nurses opinion, I haven't had that experience personally).

Thanks!

Thanks for the reply, I only work 3 shifts a week too, but only 8hrs (pt) so it's a bit easier... Id off for my lap choley for only a week... Was pretty tender, but I'm thinking this should be similar.

Thanks ladawna, I was thinking 2 weeks, because for my lap choley I was only out a week! I may have to sneak a bottle in a drawer or just make the time to stop and drink... Remind myself with a watch alarm it something. Ha... Cause we are not allowed drinks on our computers or at the nurses desk. but I'll think of a way

You . Hey, do you mind me asking his long you were of work? I'm an RN too... Also I'm a bit concerned about his I will stay hydrated while busy working. I'm planning on having having the sleeve done in TJ in late May. Thanks!

Hi Angela, how is it going? My Dr here in San Diego said my ins won't pay until I try and fail at 3 different diets (with documented proof) 6 mons each and then I'd also need to have a debilitating illness like high bp or diabetes. I want to lose weight before I get sick! So I'm going to have it done in Mexico. I'm worried I'm going to have trouble staying hydrated, especially since I'm a nurse and get a bit dehydrated when I work now!!! (We can't keep fluids with us) and frankly I'm s bit lazy about drinking all the water in suppose to. So how are you doing? I'm 40 5' 2". 229

. Hey Tiff, I'm thinking of going to the Oasis of Hope too in Tijuana, is that the peach colored building close to the beach in Tijuana? I've been near there I think. Also, is it or a hospital or clinic? Thanks!

I'm hoping to go end of May or June. I'm a bit worried about staying hydrated at work, I'm a nurse too, and get dehydrated now when I do 3 in a row!

Hi everyone, ladawna you asked my question!! I wasn't too know hide other nurses felt going back to work after VSG! I really funny wasn't you be off more than 2 weeks, but my boss says I have to be cleared to lift 59lbs before I can get back to work. How quickly did you all get back to work or feel like you could at least? Also, on another subject, we aren't allowed water at the nurses desk, only in the break room. How did you guys stay hydrated while working? I get dehydrated now in a normal day!

Hi, I'm considering doing the surgery at Oasis of Hope in Tijuana with Dr. Mario Camelo Ramos, through Medical Tourism. I've seen a few testimonials by his patients but all at Florence hospital. Wondering if anyone else had give to this clinic. Thanks!

Your baby girl is SO beautiful!!! Congratulations!!! I can totally understand your frustration and love MichiganChic's reply. Start small, one step at a time, first clear your house of any junk, then next week, maybe detox to cleanse your pallet. Then remember, you've done it, you've already accomplished a HUGE mountain of losing the weight in the first place. Don't beat yourself up, it's a mental thing. Once we have to deviate from "the path" it's SO hard to get back. You can do this, You will do this, I'm sure of it! Take one change at a time, a week at a time if this helps.