My tentative surgery date is July 23rd because of my work schedule. It may change by a week but it looks like I'm gonna be a July baby. Anyone else out there that will be banded in July?

I'm getting banded on July 3rd. Did my last test this last Monday, chest x-ray, and thats all I had left to do. I have overwhelming support from my friends, I've had no one say it was a bad idea. On the day of my surgery I might have a small army waiting for me when I get out...lol. That's what keeps me going!

I will be banded July 18, and cant' wait. However, I am a little worried because I've been reading that most people do the Atkins diet two weeks prior surgery. However, my doctor indicated only one week prior surgery. Any thoughts???

I'm not having one of them!

So has anyone else had the pre-sedative before going under, if so what does it feel like?

Please reply cause i know i am gonna need it so i want to know what it is like.

Thanks people.

I have had a sedative during a c-section (the only other surgery I have had) and it really did calm me down and ease my nerves, my blood pressure and heart rate kept climbing higher and higher and the more I watched the monitors the higher the numbers got. I just remember it relaxing me and made me feel just calm but not sleepy. I hope this helps and good luck to you.

I will be banded July 18, and cant' wait. However, I am a little worried because I've been reading that most people do the Atkins diet two weeks prior surgery. However, my doctor indicated only one week prior surgery. Any thoughts???

My doctor said he would do it if I didn't do any diet, as long as I did the 24 hour clear liquids before surgery. The benefit is a less slippery and smaller liver so the surgery goes smoother/faster. If you can cut down to less than 100 g carbs and lower your fat the week before you start Atkins it will help, but if your doctor doesn't ask for it, he must not be worried about it. My guess is you have a relatively low BMI. My therapist always tells me it takes 2 weeks to break a habit. So if you want to make the transition easier for yourself, you might benefit post surgery from breaking the habits sooner than later. Don't worry if your Dr said 1 week though.

July 9th! i'm excited and a bit anxious. i started my two week liquid diet Monday night. the dietician originally asked me to do three but the surgeon said it wasn't necessary. it's a good thing i like jello, lol

In the middle of July. Getting really anxious.

My surgery date was just set for July 16th and Im getting pretty nervous. Started the pre-surgery diet this past Monday and had my bloodwork, EKG and chest xray done just yesterday. This is getting pretty real now..anyone have any good advice?

what is the pre-surgery diet?? can i start it now? ... my pants are going to bust before i get my consult date

Also, my biggest issue with my weight is work, it's very depressing here (workers drama) and i find myself eatting more than i should or need to. I have submitted a hardship case but nothing yet due to budget cuts.

July 3 for me!! 5 more days of this liquid diet!! YEPIDY!!

July 19th for me, I have spent the day at work (it was slow) watching youtube video's and am feeling a little apprehensive. Very worried about the 10 day diet before the surgery.

what is the pre-surgery diet?? can i start it now? ... my pants are going to bust before i get my consult date

Also' date=' my biggest issue with my weight is work, it's very depressing here (workers drama) and i find myself eatting more than i should or need to. I have submitted a hardship case but nothing yet due to budget cuts.[/quote']

My Pre op diet is completely doable. Protein shake for lunch and dinner and lunch is ALL of the following:

3-4oz of lean protein

1 small salad with lemon or vinegar

1/2 cooked or 1 cup raw vegetables

8oz of low sodium chicken or beef broth

Lost 2.5 lbs on day one!

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my surgery day is JULY 19TH

Hi I'm new I will be banded in July! The 19th to be exact... I'm so excited to have my life change forever looking for buddies for support!

Looks like there are quit a few of us going in on 7/19. Wishing everyone (including myself) the best of luck! I have to be on a 10 day liquid diet, I'm so worried about that I haven't really thought about the surgery!

July 11 for me.