Is it too early to start an April thread? I didn't see one yet.

I'm scheduled for April 22. I still have to finish PCP clearance and psych then insurance approval but don't anticipate any problems. Once I started my appointments the excitement and anxiety kicked in. I started 6 month supervised diet in August....this used to seem so far away and like a vague idea but its so real now. My anxiety is double as my husband's date is march 18 and I worry a lot more about him than myself. How are all the other April folks doing?

First I would like to say everyone getting thet surgery done in the next couple days good luck. I just got back from my classes ' date=' very interesting. BUT, THE FUNNIEST thing. the diet was not kicking my butt but, the dumping was. I had to go after class for IV due to dehydrasion. So if you toot to much, I dont mean fart. see your doctor .[/quote']

Paul I'm glad you got treated for your dehydration--that can be dangerous! No wonder you were pooped!

Jer-Z-Girl, jules 1210, Elizabeth75, and SemperFiWife good luck today! see you on the losers bench!

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Thank you Wendilou!!! I will update you as soon as I am able! Headed to the hospital now... I am a nervous wreck at this point!

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Need help my friends, I have 20 days til my surgery and I've not got my mindset in line: I've not ordered my protein or vitamins, I've not been to store buying the proper foods, is this normal to feel stuck in disbelief that this is really happening ??

Also I drink 2-3 cups of coffee(Folgers Blacksilk) with coffemate liquid vanilla creamer , will I be able to drink it up to surgery and directly after? I don't have to have the full amount, but wonder if I should be changing the kind I drink and without creamer?? I know I don't wanna deal with headaches from caffeine withdraws, Please give me your best advice!! I need serious motivation!!

Thanks, Janet

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Need help my friends' date=' I have 20 days til my surgery and I've not got my mindset in line: I've not ordered my protein or vitamins, I've not been to store buying the proper foods, is this normal to feel stuck in disbelief that this is really happening ??

Also I drink 2-3 cups of coffee(Folgers Blacksilk) with coffemate liquid vanilla creamer , will I be able to drink it up to surgery and directly after? I don't have to have the full amount, but wonder if I should be changing the kind I drink and without creamer?? I know I don't wanna deal with headaches from caffeine withdraws, Please give me your best advice!! I need serious motivation!!

Thanks, Janet

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I started getting my protein a few weeks before surgery. As for the coffee and creamer it is best if you do de-cafe on a liquid diet if you have to do one and after surgery to help the healing process. But always talk to your Dr. to see if you should start cutting back on the coffee and creamer. I saw on the paperwork my dr office gave me non dairy creamer.

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Weighted myself before leaving the house for the hospital! Lost 10 lbs in 3 days on this liquid diet! I could not believe it. So ready to not be hungry right now!

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I started getting my protein a few weeks before surgery. As for the coffee and creamer it is best if you do de-cafe on a liquid diet if you have to do one and after surgery to help the healing process. But always talk to your Dr. to see if you should start cutting back on the coffee and creamer. I saw on the paperwork my dr office gave me non dairy creamer.

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Thanks Jules1210, I see my doc on Monday and I'm sure I'll get the info I need!! Have u had your surgery yet ? How are you doing ?

Weighted myself before leaving the house for the hospital! Lost 10 lbs in 3 days on this liquid diet! I could not believe it. So ready to not be hungry right now!

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Congrats

Thanks Jules1210' date=' I see my doc on Monday and I'm sure I'll get the info I need!! Have u had your surgery yet ? How are you doing ?[/quote']

I am at the hospital now waiting to be called back! So if I don't post back for a while I am having it done! I am so nervous an anxious right now!

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I am at the hospital now waiting to be called back! So if I don't post back for a while I am having it done! I am so nervous an anxious right now!

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Omg!! How exciting , never realized this!!! Praying for you !! Stay in touch when u feel better!!

Need help my friends' date=' I have 20 days til my surgery and I've not got my mindset in line: I've not ordered my Protein or Vitamins, I've not been to store buying the proper foods, is this normal to feel stuck in disbelief that this is really happening ??

Also I drink 2-3 cups of coffee(Folgers Blacksilk) with coffemate liquid vanilla creamer , will I be able to drink it up to surgery and directly after? I don't have to have the full amount, but wonder if I should be changing the kind I drink and without creamer?? I know I don't wanna deal with headaches from caffeine withdraws, Please give me your best advice!! I need serious motivation!!

Thanks, Janet

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I think your feelings are normal--plus you haven't gotten any instructions from your doctor yet. I would definitely suggest you pick up some different protein powders to find one you like. Wait to order your vitamins till after your appt with the doc--they might give you some samples. But definitely get some because they are very important to take after surgery. You don't want any Vitamin deficiencies.

As far as the coffee goes, all docs are different. Mine had me quit two weeks before the surgery; others don't care. But AFTER the surgery you cannot have coffee with caffeine because it may cause ulcers on your brand new baby pouch. It also causes dehydration and you're gonna have a hard enough time getting your liquids in. I think once you are 6 months out, you can try adding caffeine back in, but it's best to ask your doctor what he recommends.

once you have the Pre-op appt with your doc, I have a feeling you'll get more in the game.

I am at the hospital now waiting to be called back! So if I don't post back for a while I am having it done! I am so nervous an anxious right now!

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Jules you're gonna do great!!

Oh Pebulz! I'm so sorry you are having these complications. You must be so frustrated. I also have a hernia which they will fix during the surgery. It's good that they found the nodule on your lung so it can be watched and taken care of if need be. I hope you don't have to postpone your surgery' date=' but I'd rather have you safe than go under anesthesia and have breathing problems. be strong, you will get through this![/quote']

Thank you i agree i def dont want any breathing problems

Good luck everyone having surgery today. You are all in my thoughts.

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Honestly' date=' I probably haven't been waiting very long.I started the process in mid January and had first official visit in February to the surgeon. Everything was turned in on the 14th of March, but Dr. office didn't open up a case with the insurance company until the 22nd of March. They have 15 days to deny or approve.

It's like watching a pot boil....it just seems to take so much longer. I am just so ready to get a date on the calendar. I feel like everything else is on hold until I have a date..[/quote']

I had my first appointment in January and after psych clearance and seeing the nut they requested auth from the ins. I was notified of the approval in mid Feb. I was hoping for a march date, but the earliest open slot for the surgery was 4/8.