So, I tried searching through the posts and didn't see that anyone had started an October thread yet.

October friends give me a shout out!!

I am scheduled for October 19th, it still seems so far away!!!

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I had mine Sept. 30th...but I can pretend I'm an October buddy

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@@ChrisInGalveston I had my surgery this morning too, my mouth is sooo dry! Did they give you a sponge to wet your lips ?

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I had my surgery this morning too. Apparently they did my leak test while I was in surgery??? I've been drinking water, broth and tea since I woke up. Very small sips but so far so good. Love my pain meds too. I've walked twice to the bathroom with not too much discomfort. Best wishes to everyone!

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Monday is my appointment with the dietician. After that they send off the surgery request for insurance approval. Praying they approve

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Good luck all you October surgeries!

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Hey there, I'm an October surgery buddy. My surgery is on Oct. 18 I just started my liquid diet on Tuesday. I have to say, I was dreading this part and didn't think I could do it. Guess what? I seem to managing just fine. Unfortunately, I hate the shakes, so I literally just suck them down quickly.

I'm getting really nervous, but I'm sure that's perfectly normal. Have you had any second thoughts like maybe I can do this on my own?

Maddie

@@ChrisInGalveston I had my surgery this morning too, my mouth is sooo dry! Did they give you a sponge to wet your lips ?

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No, they said it would make me more thirsty. I am more awake this morning. I did 6 laps of the hospital floor. They are going to get my catheter out in a few minutes.

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@@ChrisInGalveston I had my surgery this morning too, my mouth is sooo dry! Did they give you a sponge to wet your lips ?

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I had my surgery this morning too. Apparently they did my leak test while I was in surgery??? I've been drinking Water, broth and tea since I woke up. Very small sips but so far so good. Love my pain meds too. I've walked twice to the bathroom with not too much discomfort. Best wishes to everyone!

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I am still waiting for that test.

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Hey there, I'm an October surgery buddy. My surgery is on Oct. 18 I just started my liquid diet on Tuesday. I have to say, I was dreading this part and didn't think I could do it. Guess what? I seem to managing just fine. Unfortunately, I hate the shakes, so I literally just suck them down quickly.

I'm getting really nervous, but I'm sure that's perfectly normal. Have you had any second thoughts like maybe I can do this on my own?

Maddie

Yes I had those same thoughts ..I have a emotional dependence on food so the thought of never eating the way i used to was upsetting...

But I know I wouldn't really do this on my own, and even though things are tough today, 6 months from now I'll be so happy I chose surgery.

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I was sleeved on Monday, October 3rd! Praying for everyone with dates coming up. Just take care of yourself and with your liquids sip sip sip!

@@mfoxworthy I'm the same day - and started my liquid diet on Tuesday. It's rough - but I'm hanging in there. I'm not hungry at all - just a lot of head hunger and I'm "foggy". I can only have 4-5 shakes a day, 3 Snacks of either broth, sf popsicle or sf Jello. I can have unlimited celery (which has been saving me at night). I hope the weekend (long one) is as easy - I will just need to keep myself very busy. I'm getting a little emotional and nervous but I don't have any second thoughts at all.

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Me too September 30th. I wonder if anyone knows what I'm talking about. When I turn on my left side to sleep. (How I used to always sleep) it feels like I can't breathe. Both sides of my chest feel constricted and I have to turn on my back FAST. Anyone know what's going on? 6 days post-op sleeve.

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Day 2 of pre-op liquids almost over - 12 more to go! This is not easy but I'm happy to say I'm sticking with it 100%.

I'm on day 2 as well! I have my surgery next week on the 12th

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Hey there, I'm an October surgery buddy. My surgery is on Oct. 18 I just started my liquid diet on Tuesday. I have to say, I was dreading this part and didn't think I could do it. Guess what? I seem to managing just fine. Unfortunately, I hate the shakes, so I literally just suck them down quickly.

I'm getting really nervous, but I'm sure that's perfectly normal. Have you had any second thoughts like maybe I can do this on my own?

Maddie

My surgery is Oct19th and im on my 2nd day of liquid diet does not help that I am having my pre-op testing today had to fast 12 hrs omg and i only got 2 shakes down yesterday, I am also thinking wow can i do this so yes second thoughts . But we have to keep ours spirts high and keep our eye on the prize a better you!!! Healthier you !!!

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I had mine Sept. 30th...but I can pretend I'm an October buddy

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Me too September 30th. I wonder if anyone knows what I'm talking about. When I turn on my left side to sleep. (How I used to always sleep) it feels like I can't breathe. Both sides of my chest feel constricted and I have to turn on my back FAST. Anyone know what's going on? 6 days post-op sleeve.

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I feel the same way!! I think it's just tightness. Swelling still going down. I had a hernia repaired there too so I feel ya. My left breast is my issue. Got a port on my chest above the breast, but the tube hoes under the breast....I'm talking red hot poker stabbing pain up through my nipple...it's bad haha

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Kristen, stay strong. I'm with you, I'm not really hungry, just not used to NOT eating. It's going to be a tough two weekends for me, I have a wedding both weekends and won't be eating at either of them I will drink my shakes and someone said, keep my eye on the prize. Yes, I'm very emotional too.

@@mfoxworthy I'm the same day - and started my liquid diet on Tuesday. It's rough - but I'm hanging in there. I'm not hungry at all - just a lot of head hunger and I'm "foggy". I can only have 4-5 shakes a day, 3 Snacks of either broth, sf popsicle or sf Jello. I can have unlimited celery (which has been saving me at night). I hope the weekend (long one) is as easy - I will just need to keep myself very busy. I'm getting a little emotional and nervous but I don't have any second thoughts at all.

Good morning. I'm glad are going ok.

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