Hi everyone!

My surgery is scheduled for July 22nd. ?

Is there anyone else that has their surgery booked in for July already?

Edited May 19, 20215 yr by Sammys_VSG_Evolution

1 hour ago, Monique1123 said:

Surgery buddies! Mine is on the 14th too. Have you started your liquid diet yet? If so, how are you holding up!!

I have not. My Dr. said my pre-surgery weight loss (30lbs) was good so he said I can do protein drinks with one small meal for three days prior to surgery. I plan on doing full liquid though just to help with my mind set.
What about you?
Im currently cleaning my house, figuring out meals for my family and trying to figure out what to take to the hospital with me.

On 07/07/2021 at 08:48, Candace76 said:

I think I am getting there. I have some shakes, sugar free drinks, sugar free Jello & ice pops,broth, etc. I ordered my Vitamins. I think I just need to pack my bag & pick up meds for post surgery.

I want to get some meals prepped & frozen for my family while I recover, that way I don't need to worry about cooking much those first 2 weeks.

I went to the pre op class yesterday. So much to remember (when to stop taking vitamins/meds, when to start others, etc.)! I have an appointment with my endocrinologist the week before. Then sometime that week before, I need to go to the hospital for presurgery tests/bloodwork.

Getting closer & real! ?? ? ?

What about you, do you have everything ready? (& anyone else getting ready before surgery)

To those that have gone all ready, what was helpful to bring from while in the hospital? Is there anything that is typically suggested that you didn't need? What has been helpful those first few days? (Tools, foods, products, activities, etc.)

I took my own shampoo, conditioner and body wash but didn’t need it. There wasn’t any time to take a shower before I was released. A change of clothes, my tooth brush and hair ties was all I needed. One think I wish I brought were my headphones. The beeping and people you hear all night can keep you up. Wish I wouldn’t have forgot mine. Hope this helps!

July 26th @ Syosset Hospital…. I’m so excited!!! ?

Surgery in the AM.... its starting to get really real. I've even had doubts today but I've wanted this band out for a while so I'm trying to keep positive.

Hi Everyone! In my online search to find a group, I find this site. I am scheduled for the 15th, it’s coming up quick!

This pre-op diet is making me so weak, I’m on day 6 of it. My cycle came on yesterday and my cravings are out of this world! Eeeek!

Hi! Has anybody else gotten light-headed on the liver shrinking diet? I feel faint a lot when I stand up.

8 hours ago, Maribelle76 said:

Hi! Has anybody else gotten light-headed on the liver shrinking diet? I feel faint a lot when I stand up.

Sorry to hear about light headedness. I haven't had that problem, but do have a raging headache that has persisted for the last three days and nausea. I've read all of these are normal reactions to a liquid diet.

Light headedness when standing is generally due to a sudden drop in blood pressure. Two things that may help are a little exercise early in the morning (even just a short walk to get the blood moving) and try not to sit or lay down too long. And...stand up slowly when you have been doing so.

I didn’t have it pre-op but I sure have post-op. I started doing the early light exercise and getting up every 30 minutes slowly and just walking the length of my house. It helped so much I actually walked a mile this morning

July 13th and absolutely freaking out now

Mine is the 12th and I'm a mess!

Mine is TOMORROW.... I'm a mess X 100! ?

On 07/09/2021 at 01:33, okmom05 said:

Mine is the 12th and I'm a mess!

Good luckkkk , hope it goes well for u ❤️

You’ve got this! Good luck to everyone with an upcoming surgery. I thought the pain would be way worse than what I’ve experienced. Had mine a week ago today

On 07/09/2021 at 01:55, WorldCruiser said:

Mine is TOMORROW.... I'm a mess X 100! ?

Good luck , I bet ur as nervous as ever (because I know I am ) ?

10 minutes ago, sal-wa said:

Good luck , I bet ur as nervous as ever (because I know I am ) ?

Super nervous... Hugs and good luck to you!!!