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Congrats!!! What a transformation.... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

My sister had a difficult time getting a hold of someone there but this was after surgery but due to complications she couldn't have surgery. She's still experiencing pain and bruising. I had no problem with surgery and Dr illian was great but it did seem as though it was difficult getting through to someone . Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

You look awesome! What a transformation, keep up the good work. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

I can only imagine your frustration! There should be an appeals process you can go through and that's where I'd start. I had to appeal a decsion for some medication once and all worked out for me. Please don't give up! File an appeal ASAP! GOD BLESS YOU. Best wishes. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

I had the band but after 6 years had it removed. My friend also had it and hers slipped twice. She almost died from complications from the band. Ultimately it's up to you. Good luck. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

Keep us informed. Thanks Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

I too added my Protein to Soup. The soup was too hot and was a big clumpy rubbery mess and disgusting. When it's mixed with cool or cold it does pretty good. I'd try adding the protein after you add the cold Water to the hot and see how that works for ya. Good luck and let us know how it goes. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

Congrats! You look awesome Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

I just came from there this past Tuesday. Everyone was fabulous! The dr., bariatricpal valets, the hospital staff, Bill and Stacy. We were treated very very kindly. I do not regret going there. The only issue I had was at the hotel. They must go all night long and was kinda annoying when you just want to rest (casino in the center of hotel). Unless the put you at the other end of the hotel then the noise isn't bad. Good luck! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

I've never heard of such a thing. In 1999 I was diagnosed with non-hodgkins lymphoma stage 4 (aggressive). I had a stem cell transplant using my own stem cells. After going through chemo if you did I simply can't imagine a Dr. saying not to take multivitamin. I am NOT a Dr. but I would certainly get a second opinion on that. Good luck and congrats getting thru your bout with cancer. God bless hun. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

My Dr. told me that tightness or pulling sensation can last up to 4 months. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

I was sleeved on January 20th as well. I was in the hospital from Friday and checked out on Sunday. Stayed at the hotel from Sunday and checked out Tuesday. The hospital staff were great! Dr.Illian was superb. He addressed all my concerns and treated me like no other Dr. had. The people from bariatricpal were absolutely fantastic!!! Bill and Stacy were just as kind and helpful. Grateful for the encouragement to contact Stacy with any nutritional concerns. We were kinda partial to Louise he was an angel. I also have to give kudos to Roberto. My whole experience in going thru bariatricpal was a good one! Wishing you all the very best in your decisions and your Weightloss journeys. God bless..... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

I was sleeved January 20th in Tijuana, Mexico too. Same scenario my daughter found out about my plans and was totally against and scared to death I'd be going to Mexico for surgery. There are many more positives than negatives. I knew someone that did almost die from it but if you're not doing your pre-op diet to the TV then you're putting yourself at risk. There are stages you go thru every week and if your eating harder food and you're supposed to be eating puree foods well then you are putting yourself at risk. Your NEW stomach has to heal. Yes, I was scared to death to have the surgery and even thought about backing out a time or two but I'm glad I didn't. When I left the hospital last Sunday I weighed 188 and as of yesterday 169. The best way to ease your mind is to do your own research and really get informed. Wishing you the very best! God bless you hun in your decsion. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

Going into Mexico we had no problem . Went right thru. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

I'm not sure about but I just got back from Tijuana and someone else in the car didn't have a passport. All she needed was license, birth certificate (certified) and she also took her social security card and had no problem at all. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App