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Valentina, that is heartbreaking. I am so terribly sorry.

I could quote your entire post except it wasn't my mother, it was my grandmother. She was tiny. Constant criticism about me being too big and eating too much. Then when I was on a diet I was not eating enough. It was never the right thing! I was so frustrated. It's crazy now that I almost understand her.... After my own daughter started developing I have found myself saying things to her about watching her eating habits. I did this strictly out of love and concern, not wanting her to go through what I have my whole life. I caught myself one day and cried for a solid hour.... Sometimes those who Iove us and want to help us don't realize they can also hurt us with their "helpful" words. I would never call my baby a hurtful name. I truly don't think they realize how much it hurts. TELL HER.

So sorry to hear this. Hang in there!

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Thanks y'all!

I'd probably just omit that part but I'm sure that's not the right answer ???? All joking aside, I wish you the best of luck. I was bulimic in HS and through my college years also.

Omgosh do NOT let him talk you out of it!!! My husband did 6 mos ago and now I'm 20 pounds heavier.... Wishing I would've just listened to my gut and done it then! Thankful I'm doing it now!

RN, DON

I'm not sure about most surgeons, but mine doesn't require a psych eval. Yes, I'm cash pay due to low BMI. As far as EGD, I had one several years ago - and the other test you mentioned aren't required for a patient my age, only pre op labs.

I don't have a surgery date either, but should be February too!! So excited!

Congrats!

Went in today for my consult. I was so excited and nervous! I should be having my sleeve in February if all goes as planned!!! *happy dance*

My BMI is 31.8 - I'm self pay & have my consult today!!! I am so freaking excited I can't stand it!!!

I'm just depressed and pissed after my husband guilt talked me out of it!! I should have flown out today ???? I promised him I would try truly dieting and exercising for real ONE TIME (I have never done it in a healthy way)... Haven't lost a single pound even though I've been doing Zumba, elliptical, swimming etc. I am so discouraged. But so excited for all of you!!! I started weight watchers today. I hate weight watchers but my scale hasn't moved with low carb. I don't think my body can handle that many cals

Premier is my favorite, except the chocolate which I literally can't choke down. The unjury was okay, but premier is better. I have some unflavored protein powder from genepro that's highly recommended here, haven't tried that yet.

Awesome!

If you feel lightheaded when standing, you may be a bit dehydrated. That's a sign. Another quick way to tell is taking your pulse lying and standing. Generally, if you're dehydrated, there will be about a 20 point difference (your heart rate will speed up) ... And it's usually pretty fast. As far as the pain, I haven't been sleeved, so I don't have a clue! I hope someone has some answers for you and I hope you're feeling better soon.

Honey I could have written this post word for word. My surgery date is 9 days away also!!! Scared!

I'm not on my computer, so I can't help right now, but when I get home I'll post the steps for you if you haven't figured it out. ????

Bless your heart! I will freak out if that happens... I am glad they didn't proceed if it was risky, but yuck! My preop liver shrink diet is low carb, 3 Protein shakes a day. No alcohol. What's your starting weight if you don't mind me asking? Have you ever been diagnosed with a fatty liver?

Thanks! I'm gonna have a look now.

I'm in the car with my husband traveling home, read this, and literally shot water out my nose I laughed so hard!! ????????????????????????????

Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

I love reading all these!! I am having a super emotional day today & I'm literally crying for all of you! The good, the bad, and the ugly. No one understands unless they've been there. I try to talk to my husband about this and he just doesn't get it. The bigger I get, the more I retreat from society, which makes me turn to food even more ???? It's been a lifelong struggle and I'm ready to end it once and for all with the sleeve. 9 days away!

Might be thrush, they often put you in antibiotics and this is a side effect!