amyflores

I'm hoping for December too, I work in the school system and I'm hoping that for Christmas break as extra time for healing before going back to work (I'm a lunch lady and it is physical! A lot of heavy lifting, pulling & tugging and on the go walking in the door)
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I tell anyone who wants to listen to me go on and on about endless appt and frustrations
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I'm scheduled for December 16th if all goes well
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So am I
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I am scheduled for December 5th
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Very nervous
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My DR said December! I just had my first consultation last week (I'm a private payer) I have started my pre op diet, tracking and eating clean. I have all my appointments scheduled for this wee and next. Follow up appointment is October 18th to set up my surgery date!! So anxious and excited.
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My surgeon isn't really concerned about nicotine he told me to fine a nicotine replacement in ecig or gum but I had my urine test yesterday he tested for tobacco (anabasine I had to google it) fingers crossed. I know I haven't smoked tobacco sine may 22nd but second hand smoke IS EVERYWHERE
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I just started the process and I'm a lunch monitor and wondered about the time frame too. I hope that everything goes well for you.
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I had to take a urine test after I had quit for my surgeon (I didn't even know they could do that for tobacco)
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I have gained 12 lbs I quit smoking and I eat eat eat!!! I'm so afraid my surgeon will be pissed
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I have gained 12 lbs I quit smoking and I eat eat eat!!! I'm so afraid my surgeon will be pissed
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I have gained 12 lbs I quit smoking and I eat eat eat!!! I'm so afraid my surgeon will be pissed
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Hi! I have surgery date of October 06, 2016. I'm super excited, but my only concern is that my surgeons office have not submitted the paperwork through to my insurance company.
Is this normal to schedule the surgery date without submitting to the insurance. I have Aetna and my coworker who has a larger bmi than I told me that her surgeon (different surgeon completely) was not able to get her approved. She was vague and mentioned that Aetna wanted her to wait another year to see how her weight held.
I was on a high now I just don't know! Thank you guys for all being super supportive! I don't have a great support system here but you all are so helpful!!! Thoughts?
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I just had my stress test yesterday (and I'm lived through it!) I see my cardiologist on the 22nd and them I'm off to the insurance for approval I'm hoping for late November or early December (fingers crossed!)
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Lol.. Anyone from the south knows the bless your heart comment. We southern women need that to gain ground.. Lol Sent from my LG-H343 using the BariatricPal App

I am having gastric sleeve in October and I am now experiencing some of these comments from my own family. My mother recently gained weight and now weighs 160 pounds compared to me at 240 pounds. She told me she was already jealous and worries I will be smaller than her and I have sister saying the same thing. What they are not saying is "I can't wait until you feel better". I keep reminding them it has nothing to do with vanity. This is for my health. I am already not included in some family activities because I can't always keep up and I don't quite fit on the kayak. I remind myself they do not have a weight issue and don't understand how unhealthy I feel and they don't know how hard I have tried on my own only to receive little victories and then gain all the weight back. At this point all I can do is stick with the positive support network I do have and hope they come around when they see I can take longer walks without having to take a break and see the other positive health benefits that are coming my way. I am proud of you for taking that step or for anyone taking this step. It is a difficult decision no matter what type of WLS you are choosing. Cheers to us all!

I met my goal weight this morning I am so happy I was feeling bad because it seemed so hard then I call my friend and told her she sent me a motivational picture and i got to smiling and I want to say to her thank u and all of yall for keeping me in good spirit
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Ah yes, boobs and more boobs ....... LOL

I laughed so hard reading this that snot came out! Seriously funny! I'm a man though so please continue.

I would have to say last night was my worst night. I took a shower, the nurse came in to change my dressing. When she pulled the tape off it hurt like hell. I must have taken the deepest breathe because my chest started feeling like it was caving in.
As she walked out of the room I started to tear up. I had chills in my arms, my left shoulder started hurting and my neck had the sharpest pain. I was given a little white pill to sleep and that's exactly what I did.
Later in the evening the doctor came in to take out my drain (ouch) that was a weird feeling. It only took 5 seconds, but was the worst 5 seconds.
Woke up took a shower had a 1/2 cup of Jello and a few bites of yogurt. My dressing was changed again. Now I'm on my way home:) Feeling much better they even gave us a medical pass to pass the boarder faster. Wish me luck on a speedy recovery!!
Turtle5559

For all of you that are nervous don't be. I arrived Thursday evening at the Tijuana Marriott. I was greeted with welcome arms!! The staff was very sweet and spoke English. (little accent) the following morning my family i were picked up by the Vida driver, I had my Mom, Son, and boyfriend with me. Anibel was cool. Vida the facility was maybe 5 minutes away.
I did some paperwork, had a consultation with a internal medicine doctor. They took my blood did an EKG. Everything looked good. I then paid Sandra my coordinator said my good byes to my family and was sent to the back for set up. I maybe waited for an hour tops.
Anesthesia doctor came in, asked me some questions and BAM!!! I was out!!! Before you know it she came to my bed and siad okay you did wonderful you surgery is all done. I was like what!!!
This morning I'm feeling great little tenderness. No Biggy. They have me drinking this NASTY Blue drink to check for leakage. I would say my only complaint so far is my rommate who is doing nothing but complaining. GRRRRRR She's one of those who needs attention 24/7.
Good luck to all you having there surgery soon!!
I'm 5'2
Heaviest weight 221
Pre-op diet start weight 197.7
Surgery date weight 188.9
Goal 130- 135:)
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WOW.... This is happening Super fast
Little tia

Hi all. I just created an Instagram account devoted to this journey. You are more than welcome to follow me.. Or be a ghost that's up to you I have to get used to taking pictures of myself... God I hate photos of me but, hopefully soon I won't mind.
Instagram name: Jasmines_wls_story
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Yes! I have 2 friends that have had the surgery already (1 almost a year ago) and it most differently helped me decide for VSG. I was prepared to have the lap band.
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