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MaggieMay702    49

MaggieMay702
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I just got word yesterday that I was approved for my surgery for July 3rd; I couldn't be more thrilled! I am so excited. I had to transfer to a different surgeon, though, because after months and months of being promised that my surgeon's office would pull through, they weren't able to be covered under my insurance. I'm okay with this because I "clicked" better with my new surgeon...she didn't pressure me to pursue a different procedure. My first surgeon told me I would not be successful with Lapband because as a woman with my BMI, I have too much weight to lose and my "hormones would be working against me." I understand his medical and professional expertise; however, I found the way in which he approached it was very rude and discouraging. I chose Lapband because it is the least invasive and two women in my family have had severe complications to gastric bypass--a concern which he ignored when I voiced it. It was a very frustrating process!

Anyway...all of my pre-op testing is complete and now I wait for July 3rd! However, my new surgeon doesn't require a liver reduction diet! I was shocked because the prior surgeon required a 12 day pre-op liquid liver reduction diet. I've been preparing for this and purchased the materials, so I'm fairly certain I'm going to continue with it. What are your thoughts everyone? My new surgeon is very credible, I trust her and I understand every surgeon is different. I'm also looking forward to the liver reduction diet to help start with curbing my food addiction. This surgery and the post-op diet are my tools to help me win this battle.

Thank you for reading and look forward to hearing from you. You are all brave and I commend you for your efforts to become healthy. Keep it up.

Stay true to you,

Maggie

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Pittsburgher    261

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Congrats on yr approval. My first consult with a surgeon didnt go well either and i ended up switching surgeons so glad i did i love my new surgeon she makes me so much more comfy in my desicion i am scheduled to have my surgery on june 18th and do not require a pre op diet either but im still making wise choices i figured i would do a light day of probably full liquids the 17th day before surgery good luck to you

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everydayigiveitmybest    38

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Doing a pre op diet can't hurt since its to shrink your liver. That will help the surgeon greatly.

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pastor o    73

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Good Luck ! I had my Surgery done June 4th and lost 20 LBS during 7 day Pre-op ! Home now & following the program. Sore & Had a lot if acid reflux & nausea! Be Blessed in Jesus!

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MaggieMay702    49

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Good Luck ! I had my Surgery done June 4th and lost 20 LBS during 7 day Pre-op ! Home now & following the program. Sore & Had a lot if acid reflux & nausea! Be Blessed in Jesus!

How are you feeling and how is it going on your new journey in the post op world?? Many prayers to you :)

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MiniMi    1,468

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How are you feeling and how is it going on your new journey in the post op world?? Many prayers to you :)

Maggie,

A lot of surgeons don't require the pre op diet. Mine did. The Protein and the liquids you will use after surgery so don't worry too much about your purchases.

Lapband requires a lot of aftercare so it's good you switched and you mesh with someone you like ad who respects you.

Best wishes to you!

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MaggieMay702    49

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Thank you very much! You look fantastic :)

Are you glad you did the pre-op? I started mine today. Did you find it helped you transition easier?

Thanks!

Maggie

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winkie80    147

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Congratulations on your approval! I had a similar situation where I had to change surgeons half way through the pre-op program. I love my new surgeon! I am on a 10 day pre-op diet which is high Protein low carb. My last surgeon wanted a 4 week liquid diet so they really are all different.

Keep us updated along the way!

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bindi    94

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Best of luck !! Banded may 20th and feeling great. Just listen to your doctor and you will be fine !!

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melissag43    51

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I start the pre op diet tomorrow. Getting banded July 10th and I cannot wait. Good luck!!!

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MiniMi    1,468

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Thank you very much! You look fantastic :)

Are you glad you did the pre-op? I started mine today. Did you find it helped you transition easier?

Thanks!

Maggie

It was hard but after three days it was easier. I guess it helped the transition but I'm sure the surgery alone ( if you take it serious) is a transition,

Have u checked out the YouTube videos of the lapband procedure? It's pretty cool!

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MaggieMay702    49

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I'm taking this surgery very seriously. I have no choice! I'm not going to go through all of this only to fail. I will look at the videos.

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Tomander    614

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Hi... congratulations !!!

I didn't have to do a Pre-op diet and I came through the journey just fine. I lost 17 lbs my first week and there were no issues during the surgery.

Tom, Toronto

Banded July 6 06

Wt. Loss: 156 lbs

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