sassyfrass23

So...I head for my pre-op appointment on Wednesday (surgery scheduled for 03.29.16). I have a couple of questions written down, but wanted to pick your brains. Are there any specific questions that you feel I should ask while there? I've already inquired about a drain, which my surgeon does not use. I'm also going to inquire about blood thinner shots and my actual time out of work so I can give my employer a better heads up. I've never been cut on, so this surgery process is something new within itself. And shockingly, I'm fairly calm about it all. However, I'm sure the nerves will really kick in once the big day gets closer. My preop liquid diet begins March 15th and I have pre surgery testing at the hospital on March 22nd. I think that with these appointments, it will definitely help this time go by much quicker. Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

Is the notification tab supposed to be in drop down menu? I still don't have it. Screenshot_2016-02-27-12-30-35.png Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App Those are the only options I have as well. Notifications used to be right above or under Messages. Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App Is the notification tab supposed to be in drop down menu? I still don't have it. Screenshot_2016-02-27-12-30-35.png Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App Those are the only options I have. Notifications used to be right above or under Messages. Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

I'm with @@Valentina ! Call your surgeon's office! My file was submitted on a Friday. I called the morning of the following Friday to find out that UHC still hadn't received my file. So, I called my benefits coordinator at my surgeon's office immediately. She resubmitted that same day (Friday). I was approved the following Monday! Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

I'm going to take before pictures prior to my 2 week liquid diet which begins March 15th. I dread it...but I know I will need great "before" photos to help me on the days when I don't feel like I've made much improvement but I really have. It's become very obvious to me that people who have WLS typically have a much more difficult time seeing a physical difference. So, I am going to rely on those quite a bit. Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

I miss the Notifications tab that was under the Messages tab on the old app. The updated version looks sleek, but I enjoyed the functionality of that tab! Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

Even at 27 years old I questioned whether I was personally old enough for this surgery. But after much deliberation, I realized that I don't want to be walking this path in my fifties and regretting the years I lost to obesity. I've already missed out on 10 years of life...why would I want to allow this disease to rob me of another 20+? As long as you are looking at this from a HEALTH stand point and not an "oh, I can't wait to fit in a bikini" then I think you will be just fine. The physical change excites me, yes. But the driving force behind my decision is what is on the horizon with my health. With heart disease basically being a guarantee just from genetics plus the increased chances from obesity...I'm screwed. So this is my way of getting that under control. Let the naysayers be naysayers. They don't have to answer to what your future holds. You do. So only you know what you can handle and what's best for your life and health. Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

Woo hoo! Congratulations, @@zabbakaye !! @@Renkoss you're almost there! Did they say when you could expect to have an answer? Let me know as soon as you hear! Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

Looks like I'm gonna be making a trip to the store tomorrow to stock up on some chocolate! That Iso100 cinnamon mix also sounds pretty stinkin good! Where do you get that Protein mix from??? Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

@@nurse247 I have UHC and was told I was approved as well! Only to find out that my file hadn't even been submitted yet!! I was so disappointed. But luckily, my approval did take place and become official only a week later. So happy for you! Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

Yay!! I'm having RNY on the 29th, going home on the 31st! In some ways it feels like it's forever away and other ways, I feel like I don't have enough time to prepare! We should keep in touch! Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

I pour the vanilla Premier Protein over ice every morning, add cold (decaf) coffee plus some SF Vanilla (I alternate other flavors on occassion) coffee syrup by Torani and top it all off with light/fat free whip cream. Oh. My. Stars. Now I will have to try the chocolate idea you mentioned with the freezer! Do you leave it in the container or pour it in a glass before putting it in the freezer? Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

I too, lost many pounds on this medication. On a few separate occasions. But quickly gained it all back and then some once I stopped each time. When the medication left my system, my hunger was uncontrollable. It felt as if I'd been starving for months. So my ability to practice self control was almost impossible. The medication also lost its affect around month 2. Once that failed for the third time, my PCP then suggested WLS.

Looks like we'll be sharing the same surgery date, @@choicemun ! I I'm ready for the 29th to hurry up and get here. Sent from my SM-N910V using BariatricPal

Looks like I'll be in the OR on March 29th! Completely surreal. I begin my preop diet on March 15th. That part, I am not looking forward to. Sent from my SM-N910V using BariatricPal

March 29th is the big day!! So stinkin excited! Sent from my SM-N910V using BariatricPal

I'm up for my RNY soon and my surgeon has already assured me that I will not have a drain either. Said he hasn't placed a drain in a patient in forever. Sent from my SM-N910V using BariatricPal

I share the same fears! But as long as we go into this with the mindset of it ONLY being a tool and we still have to work at it, nutritionally and physically...we have better chances of succeeding long term. Unfortunately, I think that those who have gained their weight back either got too "comfortable" and or thought their surgery was a fix all. And it's not

Ah! I hate to hear that. My best friend has that and it really does a number on her when it's flared. I'm sure you will do well with the VSG!

Please don't give up! By the time I'm ready to try after surgery, I will be the big 3-0. The thought is killing me. We have been trying for 8 years now, so a part of me fears potentially facing more years of trying after I lose the weight. Putting me closer to 40. But I haven't set a "cut off" age of when I will give up. My mama was older when she had us, and she didn't have any complications. I've also spoken with many older women who conceived at a later age and had healthy pregnancies and babies. I say that if this is what your heart desires, go for it! Just think about the risk younger obese women have in getting pregnant. Your body may be healthier and more capable of carrying a child.

How exciting @@shrinkingkimber! It'll be here before you know it! Which procedure are you having done??

@@Cervidae you looking a different person already! Many kudos on your progress. Amazing work!

Awwww thank you, @@jantra12 ! I honestly believe I appreciate it even more now after all I've gone through. I just hope my story inspires others to keep fighting and not quit just yet @@RNYDawn - I hope you see this before you go to the hospital: Good luck! And I'm sending prayers your way! Please stay in touch when you feel up to it and let us know how life on the loser's bench is! I picture rainbows, unicorns and glitter EVERYWHERE!!

Incredible results!!

I started a tattoo on my shoulder in honor of my daddy who passed away. I want to finish the tattoo with a half sleeve but have been entirely too self-conscious to do so at my current size. Along with that self-conscious mind set, I have wanted to get my hair cut SHORT in a pixie style. I searched for ideas last night and am beside myself with anticipation/excitement. I've always used my hair as a camouflage so I'm ready to chop her off and rock a more sassy style!

Thank you, @@MsB7 ! Hopefully I will be updating next week with a March (fingers crossed) surgery date!! And thank you as well, @@shrinkingkimber !! It's been an eventful/entertaining story nonetheless. One I'm glad to see coming to a sweet, sweet end! Where are you in the process? Pre or post op??