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congrats, can't wait to be where you are!!!!

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sending you good vibes and wishing you the best of luck!

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I just quit cold turkey, I picked a date and quit.

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I can honestly say I was cool up until this point.. I didn't care about going to the NUT monthly for 6 months and doing the GI, psych, and everything else lol, but this waiting to see if I get approved OMG is about to drive me crazy .... I guess im just really anxious to get it done and be a better me

you look great!!!!! 65 lbs is amazing, you should be proud!

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congratulations for the beginning of your new life!

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congrats!!!!

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Hey folks I'm wondering how soon you guys had sex after your surgery?

congratulations on getting your date!

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Bahaha sorry this made me laugh! Sent from my SM-G900P using the BariatricPal App

I never knew what Constipation was until my second bm. I was on the toilet for 40 mins knowing it was gonna be a doozy. And boy was it. I have ptsd just thinking about it
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Zip, zero, zilch. The first couple weeks post op I often found myself thinking "maybe I should have just stayed fat", but as the pain faded, so did the regret. I'm very lucky in that I was able to go through a VERY comprehensive program where I saw a psychologist, dietician, and nurse over many months, so I was well and truly prepared for what was ahead and I had the tools to make things work for me. I'm also lucky in that I've had no complications whatsoever. But even people I know who have had LOTS of complications, once they got through them (which took a few months, not going to lie) their regrets faded, too.
So no major regrets whatsoever, and I'd never take back this choice.
However, sometimes I do feel little brief pangs of regret:
1. When I go out to all you can eat places and there are so many things I want to try but I can't. The other day a bunch of us went to all you can eat sushi and I was looking at yam rolls and agedashi tofu and edamame and and and... then got an ala carte order of tuna tataki. Was still delicious and satisfying, but I do feel sad sometimes I can't have that kind of variety/volume anymore, even on special occasions.
2. When it's hot out and someone nearby opens a cold can of soda covered in condensation and you hear that PSSHT noise. I can watch it go by at restaurants and fast food joints without issue, but the sound of a can being cracked open has me craving a Pepsi every time! I do miss Pepsi some days. I'm not going to lie.
But then I go to a store and they HAVE MY SIZE and I don't have to hopelessly dig to the back of the rack and get disappointed when they don't carry anything for me, and when I go shopping with my friends I don't have to stand around feeling miserable that nothing in the stores they shop at will ever fit me and why am I even there. Or I will need to chase after someone but rather than getting winded after ten feet, I'm able to sprint down the block without issues, or run across a soccer field, or dance the night away! It's a worthwhile trade, but you do have to mentally and emotionally prepared for what you're about to do. Because it's a big change, and it is HARD. You need all the support and preparation you can get!

I first started considering WLS in 2009, but I was so far from being ready. I tried again a few years later with similar results and the surgical team kept telling me I was not ready because my life was so hectic (in school full-time, working at a job I hated, and not following through with the pre-op plans), and again maybe two years later. It wasn't until early 2016 that my primary doctor brought it up again as a possible option for me. By that point, I had a steady full-time job, I had finished college, I was no longer depressed and I was motivated. Now that I am 7 months post-op and down 180 pounds (75 pounds since surgery), I have no regrets. I don't even regret not having it earlier. I had it when I was ready and if I had it any sooner, I would have failed. My biggest advice is research your options, if you have any reservations, look into the possible reasons/causes of those reservations and decide if now is the right time or if you just need more guidance/information/etc. to be ready and successful.

Had the sleeve, January 2012. In less than a year, I went from 275 -115. I now stay, comfortably, at 122 +/- a pound once in a while. Maintenance was scary and hard to find my perfect balance. Was a thin tightrope for a while.
Only regret? That it wasn't an option in my teens so I could've lived my life instead of hiding, sitting on the couch, eating, watching TV and being alone.
I've been working at living my life from now on!
Great advice & insight @monalyssa33

Welcome, I'm pre op for the DS as well. I'm fairly new so don't feel qualified to answer your questions yet but I'm wanted to welcome you and I'm sure someone here can help...

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Thanks a lot guys! All of the replies were very nice and helpful. As far as the Calcium goes, I found out that there are Patches that I can get that I just put on the skin for calcium. And for the Synthroid, someone told me they had the same concern and that they were still able to get the DS. So hopefully this is helpful for anyone else who may have the same question in the future.

makes me wonder why they don't just do it as a precaution... it would rule out gallbladder right away and save time if a patient had complications

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good luck to you on your journey!!!!

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My husband, 2 of my grown children, 1 boss, and 3 friends. That's all I have and will tell. Along with 22000 people on this forum.

you look great!!!!

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Maybe its time to reevaluate ur relationship

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Welcome! I'm getting the DS in January. Good luck on your journey and if I can help please don't hesitate to ask!!!!

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I just had my psych evaluation and I had to answer a 250 questionnaire and then I spoke with the doctor for 30 mins. I was super nervous but it was really easy.

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I'm on the 4th of my 6 months diet and I have to go every month for a weigh in

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wishing you all the best!

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