HokieMan98

I forgot to mention the greatest NSV -- my latest BP at the doc was 110/73!!! I was floored. The meds help, too, but it hasn't been that low EVER.

I’m pre-op right now, but down >30# from HW. Been walking a 3-mile route most mornings. It had become so enjoyable. Walking is so easy now. On nice days I agree to go outdoors.

My smaller belly allows me to be umm, closer to my partner during, umm, playtime. But seriously, there is a greater level of physical closeness, and that's important as we start this journey together.

I mostly wear jeans, sneakers, and long-sleeved Ts. I had to get dressed up to deliver a training the other day. OMG! My dress clothes were so much more comfortable. I wasn't all sweaty when I arrived to meet the host. That was a huge confidence booster. During the presentation I had everyone stand up and do some movements. I barely broke a sweat!

I'm so excited for the surgery and for this progress to continue. My WILW (When I Lose Weight) List is getting longer and longer. The first thing is riding ALL the rides at ALL the amusement parks.

This is my favorite thread, and I'm so excited to read it every day.

On 11/25/2018 at 7:54 AM, oohhlalajessica said:

Hello,

I am Pre Op surgery my date is 12/5/18 (so close i know).

we all have our habits, and knocking out lots of habits at once is so hard as we all know. I've been a full time cannabis user for the pass 10 years, smoke ganja everyday. Anyhoo, I've recently stopped smoking. I know i can stay strong at this point not to smoke but I'm very concerned I didn't stop sooner now. is two weeks enough time to give yourself before going under? If i tell my doctor he will postpone my surgery. I've worked so hard to get where i am, that would be very discouraging.

Please need advice from SOMEONE who has gone through this would be greatly appreciated.

(I know we all have our opinions but this is the route I choose since my boyfriend clarify me i will be okay over and over again but now doing my research I'm freaking out)

Jessica, I was a frequent weed smoker, too. Having marijuana in your system can affect how you respond to anesthesia.

I stopped smoking probably 6 months before I got scheduled for a new job, but I told my program coordinator and the psychologist. They sent me for a test, and it came back clear. It delayed my scheduling meeting by a week.

ALWAYS be honest and transparent with your healthcare providers.

I thought they were full of crap when they said it could interact with anesthesia. I did some research of my own and found that they weren't lying.

At the very least, do a couple of home urine tests to ensure its out of your system before surgery.

Good luck!

39 minutes ago, GreenTealael said:

Try eating by strict portion sizes (1/8, 1/4, 1/2 cup; 1 oz, 2oz, 4oz) instead of until full.

Double check with your team to see exactly where they want you to be.

Everyones plan varies depending on the team they went with, so it's hard to give specifics that will work for others

Safe Journey!

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Gay and married here! I’ll be sleeved at Kaiser Richmond on 12/5.

On 11/16/2018 at 2:31 PM, HokieMan98 said:

Hi Folks,

I am scheduled for 12/5/2018 surgery date. My surgery and program are through Kaiser in Northern California, at the Richmond Medical Center.

In the midst of all of this, I am applying to PhD programs and searching for jobs. I'm thrilled for the next part of this journey.

SW: 308 / CW: 282.6 / GW: ???

I forgot to mention that my procedure is the gastric sleeve.

Hi Folks,

I am scheduled for 12/5/2018 surgery date. My surgery and program are through Kaiser in Northern California, at the Richmond Medical Center.

In the midst of all of this, I am applying to PhD programs and searching for jobs. I'm thrilled for the next part of this journey.

SW: 308 / CW: 282.6 / GW: ???