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I am only on day 3 of 6 and I am right there with you! I have not cheated.... but my mind keeps thinking about solid food..lol We can do this. How many days do you have left?

Until the 18th. They made me do a 2 week and my bmi is 35 so I don't understand. I'm worried we are going to my father un laws for a fish fry tomorrow and I love his fish so pray for me because it's going to be HARD!! And plus they don't know about the surgery.

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Until the 18th. They made me do a 2 week and my bmi is 35 so I don't understand. I'm worried we are going to my father un laws for a fish fry tomorrow and I love his fish so pray for me because it's going to be HARD!! And plus they don't know about the surgery.

oh no... they don't know? They will be wondering what is going on with you not touching the fish!! That is an awful long time for pre-op it seems with that BMI. It's interesting to see all the variations from one doc to the next. I will certainly be saying a prayer for you!

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Just out of curiosity -- what is the price difference between having it done in Mexico and having it done here? Why are so many people having to go to Mexico? I'm having mine done March 26 and it can't come soon enough. I'm worried about pain post op cause I have six year old who doesn't know why mom's going to be hurting for a bit. And my husband says he'll be helpful but I don't know how long that will last. I'm hoping my mom will be there to help me for a bit till I get back on my feet. Wish me luck. I wish it to all of you.

Here in states SC they wanted $13,000 self pay. I am going to Mexico the 29th and its $4700 plus $459 airfare. They provide everything else 1 night in nice hotel, 2 night in hospital, then 2 more night in hotel. My insurance won't pay.

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Just out of curiosity -- what is the price difference between having it done in Mexico and having it done here? Why are so many people having to go to Mexico? I'm having mine done March 26 and it can't come soon enough. I'm worried about pain post op cause I have six year old who doesn't know why mom's going to be hurting for a bit. And my husband says he'll be helpful but I don't know how long that will last. I'm hoping my mom will be there to help me for a bit till I get back on my feet. Wish me luck. I wish it to all of you.

I'm on the 26th too. I'm also worried about my 4yo daughter. She still likes me to pick her up and carry her when she's tired, will be hard to explain that I can't for awhile :( I'm getting sleeved in the states (OK) but as I understand its about half price. My doctor does sleeves for $9995 not including pre-op testing, and I understand Mexico is about $4500-$5500. So a big difference if its out of pocket, but I would be scared to not have post op follow up :(

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I am 4 days post op and I have a 4 y.o. as well and I told her prior to the surgery that I was having surgery so I could be healthier. So she knew beforehand, now I have to keep reminding her to not put her weight on my belly when she's moving around but she understands and she hugs me gently too.

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I am also on the 20th. For some reason i cant send you a private message

I am in Oceanside so I am having it done by Dr Nishimaru from Dr Vohra's New York Bariatrics Center at South Nassau

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I promise you it was nothing to be afraid of,pre op,its jus more fees tag along,I went to Mexico,I was treated with the up most respect,they also gave me a 5day liquid diet, which I manage,my surgery was successful,I'm home back to normal with very little pain..If there's anyone have doubt PLEASE DON'T I NEEDED TO SAVE MONEY I DIDN'T HAVE THE INSURANCE SO I MADE THE RITE DECISION FOR ME.I AM A LIVING TESTIMONY..DR.ALMANZA AND HIS STAFF ARE TERRIFIC.THE ONLY THING I HAD A PROBLEM WITH IS AFTER SURGERY THEY WOULDN'T GIVE ME A PIECE OF ICE..LOL LOL THAT'S WITH ANY SURGERY DRY MOUTH ...AND I STILL HAVE $5000 THOUSAND DOLLARS IN MY PIGGY BANK..LOL

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So happy to see that those of you who have been sleeved are doing pretty well. I hope I do as well I am having mine Monday 11th so nervous but so excited. I will keep you guys posted as soon as I get back home. I should be home late Tuesday. Thank you all for your support.

Cheryl

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AS FOR PRE OP,I'M JUS GOING TO SEE MY OWN CARE GIVER ...WERE THERE'S A WELL THERE'S AWAY

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I'm scheduled to have my surgery on March 27th. I'm a little nervous but also excited. I hear people talk about a pre op diet but noone has told me anything. I am scheduled to meet with the Dr on the 19th, maybe that is when I well find out everything. Hopefully it won't be too hard.

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So I am on my 2nd day post op and I have been pretty nauseous. I have no pain really. I have a pain pump that will come off on day 3. Hop everyone is doing well.

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I keep seeing posts on how everyone is doing pre op diets only a week or two before surgery. My surgeon has had me on a diet since january. High Protein no carbs. Is that normal? I go in for my pre op testing at the hospital today...a little nervous not sure what they have to do. Surgery is March 14. Its getting soooo close

I have been noticing that there is a wide variation in the requirements for pre-op diets from different docs. Mine just says high protein no carbs for 5 days and then Clear Liquids for 2. I don't know if I would be able to do a 2 month high protein no carb diet.

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Just out of curiosity -- what is the price difference between having it done in Mexico and having it done here? Why are so many people having to go to Mexico? I'm having mine done March 26 and it can't come soon enough. I'm worried about pain post op cause I have six year old who doesn't know why mom's going to be hurting for a bit. And my husband says he'll be helpful but I don't know how long that will last. I'm hoping my mom will be there to help me for a bit till I get back on my feet. Wish me luck. I wish it to all of you.

I was sleeved on the 6th this month in Mexico. I went there because of price. Here in my hometown it was $20,000.00. In Mexico it was $4,500.00. Now that it is said and done. You get what you pay for. Im home and comfortable now but the hole in the place I went to was dirty and the care sucked!!!!! Most people I read about going to Mexico are going to a different plane than I went to. I wish I dad found this site before making my plans. That being said..... I'm ready for this new life and I'm ready to be all healed up and meeting with my personal trainer and finding the girl I see in the mirror!!!! Again in so thankful for this thread!!!!!

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I'm on the 26th too. I'm also worried about my 4yo daughter. She still likes me to pick her up and carry her when she's tired' date=' will be hard to explain that I can't for awhile <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/sad.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':(' /> I'm getting sleeved in the states (OK) but as I understand its about half price. My doctor does sleeves for 9995 not including pre-op testing, and I understand Mexico is about 4500-5500. So a big difference if its out of pocket, but I would be scared to not have post op follow up <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/sad.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':(' />[/quote']

I have zero post op follow ups and now that I'm home it scares me a bit too. I do have insurance but it doesn't cover bariatric surgeries.

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