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Hi, I am new to this site and will be having my lap-band surgery tomorrow in Hawkes' Bay, New Zealand. I have been reading this site for months now and have been greatly encouraged by everybody who has taken this step to a happier, healthier life. I am a bit nervous about the surgery but try to look past that and look towards a better lifestyle.

4th June - meeting with surgeon who advised surgery on 17th of June.(slight panic)

13.06.08 - meeting with anethatist(can't spell that one sorry)

I have had a slight sore throat for a few days so have been worried i may not be able to have surgery, but dr assured me on friday as long as it doesn't go to my chest I should be ok.

Pleased to be part of this group and will post again after op

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Welcome Furgie,

And no worries, this will be the best thing you could do for yourself. Hope all goes well for you and will look forward to hearing about your weight loss journey.

Take care,

Yvonne

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Hi Furgie,

Good luck with your surgery on Tuesday. We will be thinking of you all the way over there in New Zealand. I hope everything goes well for you. I was supposed to be banded on Thursday, but I'm still getting over bronchitis, and the doctor won't operate until there is no more cough. We've rescheduled for 3 July, and I'm hoping I'll be ready by then. Have a good day on Tuesday; it is the first day of your new life.

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hello furgie good luck hope you feel better, my prayers are with you, speedy recovery.

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