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Well I've had to change the dates again, but waiting on Drs office to tell me if its a go or not. I have to have dates around hubby being off, this will be my 5th one this year. Im fat n tired of running around after everyone but myself and its quickly catching up with me now illness wise. Im so close to just saying screw it, Im that fed up with it all.

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Congrats. Glad to hear it went well.

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11 minutes ago, pumpkinlocks said:

Congrats

Thanks!!

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I had my surgery on Friday the 13th. The first night was tough finding the right meds to manage the pain and I also had a Migraine. I was also nauseous and vomited a lot. It was a rough night.

The next morning my doctor adjusted the meds and I have been doing well ever since.

I came home from the hospital yesterday. And I am doing well with the normal aches and pains.

Good luck to everyone.

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Hey ladies - I’ve been absent a few days and way behind. My dad’s health has deteriorated and he’s been put in hospice. Just spending all the time I can with him and supporting my mom.

I’ll try and check in as I can.

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On 07/15/2018 at 18:54, Ylime said:

Hey ladies - I’ve been absent a few days and way behind. My dad’s health has deteriorated and he’s been put in hospice. Just spending all the time I can with him and supporting my mom.



I’ll try and check in as I can.
I’m so sorry to hear that. I had the same experience with my mom. Enjoy every min, every second. I am praying for you and your family!

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Ylime heartfelt prayers coming your way. Stay Strong.🙏



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On 07/15/2018 at 19:54, Ylime said:

Hey ladies - I’ve been absent a few days and way behind. My dad’s health has deteriorated and he’s been put in hospice. Just spending all the time I can with him and supporting my mom.



I’ll try and check in as I can.
I’m so sorry to hear that. Praying you and your family’s strength

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48 minutes ago, Ylime said:

Hey ladies - I’ve been absent a few days and way behind. My dad’s health has deteriorated and he’s been put in hospice. Just spending all the time I can with him and supporting my mom.

I’ll try and check in as I can.

Thinking of you and sending prayers to your family. Enjoy as much time as you can, time is precious and priceless.

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On 07/15/2018 at 19:54, Ylime said:

Hey ladies - I’ve been absent a few days and way behind. My dad’s health has deteriorated and he’s been put in hospice. Just spending all the time I can with him and supporting my mom.



I’ll try and check in as I can.
So sorry to hear! I’ve been where you are currently and it is a heartbreaking and tough time indeed. Sending my thoughts and a hug your way...

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Hey all ... had surgery on Tuesday to remove my band and possibly convert to sleeve. My scar tissue was way too much to do the sleeve and they had a lot of trouble getting the port part of the band to budge out. Post op pain has been horrible. Considering how much they had to manipulate the larger incision to get the port out, I’m suffering more than the usual patient. Not sure I still want to go through with the sleeve and have a fourth surgery. I am healing and recovering though and the freedom of no pain or acid reflux from the band has been great though!

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Paperwork is officially submitted for insurance approval. Fingers crossed and if anyone has any extra patience to get me through the waiting, send it my way!

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So tomorrow is the day.

😬😬😬

Just got my arrival time of 9:30am. Totally overcome with nerves. Wondering what the hell I am putting myself through. But I’ve got so much time and effort invested in this. I’m sure these are just pre-surgery jitters.

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My stuff is all submitted and now waiting for insurance approval from BCBS Fed. Any ideas on timeline with this insurance? I’ve heard 2 days to 30 days...

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