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I'm new here as of today. I am getting the Lap-Band on August 14th. I'm on day 3 of the liquid diet. I really excited about having the band!

I would love to hear any advice.

Paula

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Paula where in Tx are you from. I am starting on my journey also and am planning to get my band in October if all goes well. Good luck on yours and let us know how it goes...

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well i am from san antonio tx and just wanted to say good luck to some fellow texans :):mellow:

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Hey in San Antoino, who is doing your surgery? I am seeing Dr. Cavazos there, but am from Austin area. Good luck on your surgery.

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i am going to New Dimensions with Dr. Duperior and Dr. Piltcher.

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HI!!! welcome! not much advice, try to stick to drs orders & post op diet although its a bit hard! i DIDNT & i feel guilty & worried DAILY:sad:! buy some gas x thin strips & pack them in your hospital bag before you go! GUARANTEE you will be needing them:biggrin:! good luck! its gonna be so worth it---

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Hey Paula! Congrats on getting your surgery date. You'll do fine. It's the best thing I've ever done for myself and I would it over and over, if I had to. :)

I'm a fellow Texan in the DFW area. Keep us posted on your progress. Good luck!!

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