Jacqueline Morris - Let's see how I do, Shall we? - Page 2 - ThinnerTimes

Kitty · 04-29-2006, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Mavisavis

Hey, congrats on the approval!! That is one of the biggest hurdles in this whole thing.

Now, about the crab legs....they are a great post surgery food......but you better sneak some home in a large purse if you pay for a buffet.

I'll have to think of something along those lines (lol). Crab is my favorite dish.

Kitty · 05-01-2006, 03:55 AM

I have my appointment to see my surgeon for the first time on May 29th. This will be the appointment that he performs a full-on evaluation of my morbid obesity and coexisting problems. Basically, his opinion of my weight problem.

According to my Tricare Manager (Europe); the evaluation will take about three days or more to finalize at the Tricare Headquarters (per this particular surgeon). Then, I hold my breath for an official approval.

Once there is a true approval (for the surgery), my Tricare Manager will call to schedule the surgery.

** The first approval was for the evaluation visit**

The Surgeon's Website: http://www.profweiner.com/default.htm

Kitty · 05-02-2006, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Kitty

Okay, okay... I'll have to be more frank (lol). I prefer the gastric banding procedure, but it depends on whether or not my insurance will pay for the Gastric Banding. Otherwise, I'll have to have the Gastric Bypass. I just didn't want to have the surgery be so invasive. All in all, I do need help either way.

Oh and a big thank you for the welcome. I feel very comfortable. (smile).

This is as of 05/03/2006: Just in case Tricare changes their minds in the future. However, just wanted to drop an FYI.

Kitty · 06-06-2006, 07:09 AM

Weeeee! I'm scheduled for surgery on the 29th of June. OMG! I am soooo excited. Finally. Phew...

Weird though... 10 days prior to surgery I am to go on a all liquid diet. Then 3 weeks there after I remain on a liquid diet. What was some of yall's experience with dieting before and after surgery?

Mavisavis · 06-06-2006, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Kitty

Weeeee! I'm scheduled for surgery on the 29th of June. OMG! I am soooo excited. Finally. Phew...

Weird though... 10 days prior to surgery I am to go on a all liquid diet. Then 3 weeks there after I remain on a liquid diet. What was some of yall's experience with dieting before and after surgery?

Hey Jax....a big congrats on the date!!! I was not put on a diet prior to, other than no caffeine a week before and clear liquids the day before. I think then I was on regular liquids (didn't have to be clear) for maybe 10 days, then to puree for another few weeks. I think it was like 5 weeks total before I ate soft foods. I'm sorry I don't remember exact days, but that's the general idea.

You are going to do great!

Kitty · 06-06-2006, 12:14 PM

(high-five)

I just thought that was weird... I mean... really. Liquid diet only for a month and some days. Now, he didn't say just clear liquids however. Well, anyway... Thanks for the congrats!

Kitty · 07-05-2006, 02:57 AM

(whew) Here are a few a my random thoughts...

What a ride! I swear coming out of surgery and into the ICU unit was (for me?) hilarious. I had a serious vice grip on that pain button, and did not let go until the next day (lol).

Anyway, here I am. All is well, so far... nothing to report insofar as complications. My surgery was the 29th... I'm sure I will run into a few eventually (smile). I'm actually playing very careful.

The one food that I craved after 5 days of a hospital stay was.... a Taco Bell Spicy Chicken Burrito. I'm thinking about it right now. However, I know if I drink some water that daydream will fade real quick... cause then I'd be full (lol).

Just waiting, following rules, and loving life as usual folks. My scars are healing remarkably, I have the stitches removed on the 12th of July. And doing alot of thinking, reading and planning. It's summer. These are normal activities (smile). I'll keep ya updated (smile).

Smooches!