I have one last required test tomorrow (EDG) and the they will submit my paperwork and schedule surgery. I am just a little nervous now. I have never had surgery before and don't have kids either.

Don't worry ! You have lots of support here !! My surgery was quick and easy, total time from arrival at hospital, surgery, and then home was about 5 hrs ! Very little pain for 2 days, just very sore on one side but back to work 1 week after WLS. All was fine after that. Just follow your Drs orders. Good luck ! Keep us posted !!!

I have a surgery date of December 23, but still waiting on cigna. I want to know if anyone struggle with the pre opt diet

My liquid diet is going great..better than I ever imagined. Day 1 and day 4 was my hardest. I drink the premier protien shakes and they seemed to have controlled my hunger ..chicken broth and sugar-free Jello. I'm now on day 9 with surgery Dec. 17th. You can do this...As always" keep your eye on the prize"

Hi Barb that sounds great. I am actually 8 days into my diet but it's not all liquid. I can have one small meal with a lean meat and one green vegetable and an apple. Then I can have sugar free Jello and popsicle. I have lost 7 pounds already so I am doing better than I thought. I still get nervous as the day draws near though. Which surgery are you having?

I have 8 days until my surgery. I am on my pre opt diet a doing pretty well.

Sounds like you are doing great on your pre-op. I have done well also. Which I'm so glad. I'm finally ready for this new journey in my life. It has actually went by really fast, My surgery is Wed. 17th. (Lap-Band as well)

Wow 2 days away, keep in touch with me and let me know how everything goes

MPeter...we are LB twins! I,too, have Dr. Riley and am scheduled to report at 6:30 AM on Tuesday, December 23rd!! I was 4 days away last year at this time for the procedure but didn't have a hiatal hernia and my State of Texas insurance plan wouldn't cover. I'm on week two of the pre-op diet and doing ok. Daytime isn't a problem; it's night time. I spent last weekend "cleaning" the refrigerator to further reduce temptations.

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That is the best way to break bad eating habits. It's amazing how many people here are going through the same surgeon. That is good. This side has been a really big support system for me.

I am scheduled for December 23rd also. Dr.Reilly will be doing my surgery. Was told to be there at 6:30. Good luck on your journey!

Good luck to you too. Hopefully I will you there tomorrow

@ mpeter's do you live in Houston? If not where will you be traveling from?

I had my surgery yesterday. I am doing pretty well. I don't have any pain. I have been able to drink my protein and some chicken broth.

Good luck. I think I saw you yesterday. I too am doing fine. My throat feels funny. Other than everything is fine.

I am 6 days post opt and doing great. Still have a little pain from my hernia repair. I am not 202 pounds from 230. I am feeling great