Looking for november buddies. I got my approval today. Im so excited!!! Nov 4th here I come!!!!

Thanx. Mine says attachments but does it

I just browsed on the other forums and read that nausea and gas pains are common. I will be prepared to ask for medication that breaks up the gas and also for anti-nausea medication. I know I don't want to vomit and disturb the staples/stitches! This info is awesome to have ahead of time. Actually, I can discuss both with my surgeon ahead of time and if he agrees, he can have the medications available prn for me ready to go. Love that idea! I feel confident managing this with all of the knowledge I am gaining tonight. Thank you to all of my sleeve sistas and brothers who have shared their experiences - your sharing is enriching my life!

P.S. Thank you. I finally succeeded in uploading my photo. LOL

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Hahaha awesome! Let the suffering begin I guess!

I hope I do alright on the liquid, that I'm not H-ANGRY all the time. The only part of surgery that worries me is the IV... Never had one and I have a phobia of people touching my veins and tendons so I'm thinking a needle being in there is gonna make me pass out/throw up.

The needle is only in for a moment as the IV is started - then it comes out and a soft flexible tiny "tube" is left in place. Lots more comfortable than a needle. Try not to worry, it shouldn't be that bad.

Nov 4th. Northern Michigan. Best of luck to you.

Where at in northern michigan? I'm from the Soo originally.

I'm Crystal and today (10/16) is my 30th birthday. I'm having surgery on Nov 1 in Anchorage, AK. No pre-op diet, but I'm going to do protein shakes and lean meats/veggies starting on Friday for myself. I'm a nurse and mom of 2 little ones. My husband (and super duper best friend) is active duty.

My current weight: 281

Goal: 130-135

Height: 5'4"

NSV/goal: to hike one of the local mountains here in AK before we move next summer.

Let's do this!!!

Mississippi river in arkansas

P.S. Thank you. I finally succeeded in uploading my photo. LOL

Sry. Special phone wouldn't pm back. Mississippi river inarkansas

I'm Crystal and today (10/16) is my 30th birthday. I'm having surgery on Nov 1 in Anchorage' date=' AK. No pre-op diet, but I'm going to do protein shakes and lean meats/veggies starting on Friday for myself. I'm a nurse and mom of 2 little ones. My husband (and super duper best friend) is active duty. My current weight: 281 Goal: 130-135 Height: 5'4" NSV/goal: to hike one of the local mountains here in AK before we move next summer. Let's do this!!![/quote']

Happy Birthday Crystal!!! I am having my surgery on the first as well, and start pre-op Friday!! Just think how different you will feel on your next birthday . Good luck!!

Happy Birthday Crystal! How exciting to live in Alaska! My surgery isn't until Nov. 11 so I'll be following you to see if you have any last-minute tips or ideas for me. Otherwise, you will be in my thoughts and prayers. I'd love to hear from you, as well as everyone else having surgery on your date, so we can hear how you are doing and offer you support when you need it! This is SO exciting for all of us!

So who else IS HAVING SURGERY NOVEMBER 11 like myself?

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Thank you for the reassurance! Though the thought of the flexible thingy in there made me puke hahaha. Better than a needle of course, but I'm a super wimp with this phobia. Whenever someone mentions touching my veins or ditches (the inside of your elbow), I T-Rex (bend my arms in close to myself so that only my hands stick out hahaha) almost immediately uncontrollably and can't relax them for several minutes. I look ridiculous lol!

Thank you for the reassurance! Though the thought of the flexible thingy in there made me puke hahaha. Better than a needle of course, but I'm a super wimp with this phobia. Whenever someone mentions touching my veins or ditches (the inside of your elbow), I T-Rex (bend my arms in close to myself so that only my hands stick out hahaha) almost immediately uncontrollably and can't relax them for several minutes. I look ridiculous lol!

omg, same here! ugh! gag!

Happy Birthday Crystal!!! I am having my surgery on the first as well, and start pre-op Friday!! Just think how different you will feel on your next birthday . Good luck!!

I have family in Juneau and Petersburg!

Very cool