I just got home from my surgeon's office, and my surgery will be Sept. 2nd, 2010. I thought maybe we could all get together and try to support eachother through the dreaded pre-op diet and all the pre-op nervousness that goes along with being banded. Hope to hear from you soon!

I started the process 2 months ago, I wasn't decided until Sunday if I was going with band or bypass. I've decided on the band. I had my sleep study done and psy eval today, I will know what my next steps are on Thursday. I will probably not get anything done untl Nov. or december.

Hello Tara,

We will share the same band day. I am so excitied and cranky also. This liquid diet is a difficult process.

Christi

i've yet to start the liquid diet.

that comes on the 13th, but i've done HMR before and it's usually the first 2-3 days that i'm a monster.

after that, it becomes easier.

I am also September 22nd! I can't wait!

I'm being banded on September 23rd. Start the pre-op diet, Sugar Busters, next week!

Hey Christi...

It is nice to know there is someone out there that will be on this journey during the same time I will be going through it. You will be in my prayers!

Take care of yourself and keep in touch...Would like to hear how you are doing!

We will all be able to support and encourage you along the way!

Hi Sept. Banders,

I am trying to figure out how to put the weight tracker on my profile:huh2: can someone walk me thru it? thanks in advance:tongue:

JillianRN - I am with you. I am 42. I am from NC, but we are in Richmond now. I am sure I won't bounce back as quickly as these 20 somethings, but hopefully quickly enough. I can't wait to feel 20something .

Well ladies band day changed from the 10th to the 12th 2 days not a prob right !!! bed is bookedno going back i carnt wait, so happy to get things moving at last, best of luck every one keep in touch with all your journeys xxx Ali

Hey everybody! wow I never thought i'd see this day...when i was last here i hadn't even started yet, i was just checkin' out things! MY SURGERY DATE IS (DRUM ROLL) SEPT 9TH!

My surgery is on Sept 21st. I've been planning this for 1 month. My insurance changed so I don't have to wait 6 mts- a year. I had my Endoscope yesterday. I'm still a little sore. My Dr. Didn't put me on any special diets but should I be on 1?

I was on day 3 of my liquid diet when I found out that I was going to have to postpone the surgery. Now I'm waiting to hear back from my doctor to see how bad the mono has messed up my liver. That will be a big determining factor as to when I can have the surgery..... when my liver function tests and white count return to normal.

My surgery is on Sept 21st. I've been planning this for 1 month. My insurance changed so I don't have to wait 6 mts- a year. I had my Endoscope yesterday. I'm still a little sore. My Dr. Didn't put me on any special diets but should I be on 1?

I've been told by my Group and witnessed o others to have a low fat diet 7 - 10 days before the operation; that is to allow the liver to shrink should you want keyhole/ lap surgery? I'm sure you'll be notified nearer the time? if not do ask...

NB!!!!!! Most surgeons require peeps to quit smoking at least 6 WEEKS before Op - that way it makes for better surgery and HEALING/ scars! x

Well done all those with a big balls to start a new page in their life that is based on who they are and not what they are xxxx:thumbup:

Day 3 of 10 on the pre-op diet....not so bad now, the hunger pains have subsided. I woke up with some congestion and a sore throat, so I'm off to the PCP to hopefully stave off any problems since I'm being banded a week from tomorrow. I hope everyone has a great day! Hang in there, keep your chins up...September is coming sooner than we think!!!