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I’m just posting this in case anyone searches this thread and is looking for info. I had my sleeve done 5/15 and I was using a cup. BAAAADDDDD IDEA. When they inserted a catheter (which I was told they wouldn’t during the operation), it pushed the cup up further than its ever been before. It was a nightmare to get out. They had to remove the catheter earlier than they wanted to, and I spent at least an hour trying to dig the thing out, because it was lodged and going on 18 hours in there. That is zero fun post op . My recommendation - ask for pads and do NOT use a cup.

How far out are you, Kay?

I’m Tuesday morning, also on full liquids for FOURTEEN painful days. 5 days of this left for me, woohoo!!

I would like to be added as well to the FB group . Amyanderson0811@gmail.com

I just finished my pre-op appointment! May 15 is just 6 days away [emoji16][emoji16][emoji16] I believe the panic is about to set in [emoji20]

When I was keto (which you likely are with that kind of protein intake), my cycle was HEAVY. Like murder scene every day for 8 days heavy. It’s something about estrogen being released and giving you the bad period. I hope it stops for you before surgery day!

Hi! This might seem like a ridiculous question. When they have you walk the halls after surgery, to help relieve gas and whatnot, do you just pass wind the whole time walking around?? How does this work? Will the post op floor just be people trailing IV poles and farting? I’m concerned.

I’m May 15! Getting SO EXCITED but totally over this full liquid diet [emoji849]. I feel like I “ate” too much today but it was 3 shakes, 2 cups of broth, 2 decaf herbal teas, a cup of SF pudding and popsicles. And roughly 60 gallons of water... (not really but you get the idea). Is anyone able to drink caffeine right now? I am a caffeine ADDICT and the headaches and withdrawals are not for the faint of heart. [emoji30]

I’m in NE FL, just south of Jax and I’m seeing Dr. Sharma. Do you have questions?

I am in the research phase. I have found RESOUNDING positive reviews, and even someone I know that had tremendous complications does not regret the surgery and would do it again. I am excited but I also want to look at other view points - who isn’t happy with this? Is there a source out there for people unhappy with the results, people who have lots of regain? I don’t want to talk myself out of this but I certainly want to look at all angles. I’m also concerned about the high rates of depression after surgery, and the high divorce rates in the first 2 years. Those both concern me.

How are you guys feeling?

I did, thanks! It sounds like it’s mostly my surgeon’s requirements that may take some time, but TRICARE seems to be likely to approve it according to what I’m seeing. That board is a wealth of knowledge.

Awesome, thank you! I searched for tricare threads and didn’t find any, but I didn’t know about that FB group!

HI there! This is my first post. I am pretty sure I'm going to go ahead with this surgery. I've been reading up on it here, have had several family members or friends that have had excellent outcomes and I am comfortable with the risks and the level of dedication that I know I need to have. My first appointment is with the surgeon March 19. I have TRICARE Select (formerly Standard), and after calling them I know they will approve the surgery based on their requirements. Has anyone had the surgery with TRICARE and did they have a 6 month waiting period? How did it work for you? The Dr's office said they have their own qualifications but it's pretty much driven by my insurance agency. I would love any info you can share!