Hello all,

I have been reading the threads for a few months now, but have finally decided to introduce myself. I have a surgery date of 11/14 in Chicago w/ Dr. Alexander Nagle. I currently weigh 251 w/ a BMI of 41. I just had my pre-op physical on 10/28 and discovered that my H.Pylori test was reactive, meaning I either have or recently had this bacteria in my stomach. Does anyone know if this will affect the surgery? I have started the antibiotic regimen for this, but honestly it makes my stomach hurt more.

Other than that I am very excited, nervous and anxious. I am confident that this tool will help me finally acheive my goal weight of 150, but nervous that I will "eat around the band" as they say.

Also, I was wondering, since I am both very picky and lactose intolerant, can someone recommend a better tasting, lactose free Protein drink?

Thanks much for any and all advice you have for me :rolleyes2:

I am all ears for the protein drink as well. Welcome to the website. I haven't been banded yet but I am hoping to very soon get my request appealed. I don't know the answer to your question but I hope someone will be more clued in than me. I just wanted to say hi and welcome. Lots of really nice people here.

Good luck with your upcoming surgery on the 14th. My surgery is set up for November 12 so we will going through the same stages. I have not heard anyone one here talk about the Soy Protein but hopefully someone has used one. Good luck