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Hi all, well I got both tests completed and we see the Dr on the 25th for the results and possibly which surgery he thinks is best and just maybe a surgery date. They told me once the surgery date is set then you take a nutrition class about the food after surgery. So I feel we are really close to the big day I am so ready to continue with my journey. I just thought I would give an update have a good night.thanks melinda

Well today is the day of my test to check the acid in my stomach the 24 hr probe ,and swallowing test, I had my other  2 Dr appts yesturday and got released to have the surgery now we just have to find out which one ,it has been a long journey to get this far but well worth it, since my start in the program I understand what it means about food intake and how different foods affect your body and am More conscience of what I eat, wish me luck have a good day thanks melinda

Hello ,I'm looking for a active support group around my area or I can do it online, just want to discuss about weight loss surgery, what to expect before and after and what life changes people have gone through, and have any of you had difficulty with support from family. Thank and have a good day ,Melinda 

Hello all, well I went to the psych evaluation and it went quite well and I am cleared by her to continue. And I have the time for my probe test for my stomach on the 10 of April and my one friend is helping with the meal plan after surgery so she is going with us to talk to the dietician on the 9th to learn all she can about the do and don'ts  about food for me. I think that that is great that she is supporting me in my journey, now I have another question has anyone had your spouse not want you to do the surgery  or is,afraid if you do the surgery it may harm you more then help you? My husband is worried about it a lot he is supporting me in my journey but he thinks I can loose the weight my self. I tried to explain to him it is not that easy and plus with me having a knee issue also it is very hard to exercize because I have to have a knee replacement after I loose the weight. So there is a reason we are on this journey for me to get healthy and to be able to function like a normal person, I feel I am on the right track.  If anyone has advice on anything please let me know. Thanks Melinda 

Hi all, I have a few questions on food,I have a friend who is going to help with preparing the food but we are not sure on some things. She is wondering about what kind of seasonings/herbs I can have ? This is for the pureed food. What types of meat and is fish still ok ? And how can some veggies be cooked and which ones do we avoid? And when can I have raw veggies ? What types of food can't I have during 1st month after surgery? And can the pureed foods be frozen? And when it comes to herbs fresh or dried? I know it's a lot of questions but I want to do this the right way. And we are trying to avoid me getting sick or cause complications. That is why I am asking ahead of time. I appreciate any feedback thanks Melinda 

Hello all, well getting closer to the mental evaluation,  and i finally got a time for my tube test for April and what to expect the day of. I would appreciate anyone's experience on the two tests I have to do. The test are a swallowing test and the 24 hr probe to measure acid in my stomach they are scheduled April 10th and after that I see the Dr to figure out which surgery is best. Sounds like I will not have to weight to much longer for surgery. Any input would be much appreciated. Thanks Melinda 

And have a wonderful day

Hello all, i have the psych evale scheduled for the end of the month things seem to be going a little quicker now. What is the next step after that and how long after is the surgery? I know I still have those 2 tests on the 10 off April to decide on which surgery to do. Have a good day all ,thanks Melinda 

Hi all ,well went to two appts today loss another 4.2 pounds and the dietician is ready to sign off and pretty close to getting surgery, just have to get through those next 2 tests so the Dr can tell me which surgery to do ,which one is best for me and get the counselor evale done ,I feel we are real close, I got the paperwork on what happens after surgery today. Does anyone know after you see the menal helth person how soon after is the surgery schedule? Thanks Melinda 

Hello I recently read info for gasteral bypass, and the sleeve surgeries and both had very good points and i understand now more about them thank you Kathy for sharing the info I still have questions about vitamins ,the dietitian told me to start the celebrate brand, does anyone know any brand that is less expensive? I tried looking in drug stores and they dont even come close. So if anyone else has any other types I might be able to try let me know please. My appt for the nose test is scheduled for the first part of April I have to wear a tube down my nose for 24 hrs and i have another test the same time, I think both test are for the digestive area . These tests are to help figure out what surgery to have or what is best for me.i would appreciate anyone's feedback thanks Melinda 

Hi my name is Melinda, I am starting with my journey to get my surgery I have been the program a little over three months. My questions are what do I expect from surgery? I met with my surgeon and i have to do three tests before we can decide on which surgery is better. I have to wear a tube down my nose for 24 hrs ,I am kind of nervous about that one. Has anyone had the test if so how did it go? Also I would like to know some differences people have had after any of the three surgeries? Since I have started the program I have loss about 20 pounds and changes a lot of eating habits.and I try to exercise 30 daily. I would appreciate any responses that would help me learn more and have support through this life change. Thanks melinda