Pre Op Appointments - Check!
Today was my preop appointment at the hospital. I arrived at 9:00am and was home by noon. I
- Met with admitting to receive my name bracelet and complete paperwork.
- Provided a urine sample (VERY difficult since I have been fasting).
- Had 5 vial of blood drawn
- Had 2 EKGs
- Breathing test with the plastic ball blower thingy. I will also be using this post op to prevent pneumonia.
- Another electronic type breathing test to measure lung capacity
- Another vial of blood drawn
- Ultrasound of all internal organs
- Xrays of lungs and stomach
- Upper GI
- Paid Surgeon's office and hospital for surgery
A lot of stuff but it went very smoothly even though many different departments and people were involved. I'm happy it's over...One step closer.
I'm struggling with my liquid diet today both with real hunger and head hunger. I'm doing my best! Hopefully tomorrow is easier since I won't be fasting and can get my morning and afternoon shakes in at the normal time.
I am SO happy I cleaned out my house last night and had my sister come over and pick up all the non-plan food. Otherwise, I know I'd be eating and not be on plan. Amazing how weak I am. I look forward to getting stronger one day at a time...
Age: 42 | Height: 5'9 | Surgery Date: 10/08/15 | Starting Weight: 279.2 | Surgery Weight: 266 | Goal Weight:165 | Current Weight: 224.8 | WL so far: 54.4 lbs
I'm so exited for you! Just starting the weight loss journey. You are going to be so happy with the results. WLS is amazing. Its not easy, but it makes it possible.
best wishes,
Carol
Surgery May 1, 2013. Starting Weight 385, Surgery Weight 333, Current Weight 160. At GOAL!
Weight loss Pre-op 1-20 2-17 3-15 Post-op 1-20 2-18 3-15 4-14 5-16 6-11 7-12 8-8
9-11 10-7 11-7 12-7 13-8 14-6 15-3 16-7 17-3 18-3
All of your planning and organizing ahead of your surgery will pay off !! You clearly have your head in the game, which will have a positive impact on your success !
Age: 64; 5' 5"; High weight: 345; Start weight: 271 (01/05/15); Surgery weight: 218 (05/27/15); Pre-Op (-53); M 1 (-18); M 2 (-1.5); M 3 (-13.5 ); M 4 (-13); M 5 (- 8); M 6 (-12) M 7 (-5, Xmas); M 8 (- 9) Under surgeon's goal and REACHED HEALTHY BMI 12/07/15!! (Six months and one week.) AT GOAL month 8. Maintaining at goal range (139- 144) ~ four (4) years !!
