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I kept gaining. Don't worry about it. Aime

Hi Aime, Really?? Did you gain alot? I was going to starve myself over the weekend until Tuesday with being on liquids only to try. I will continue taking the 2 protein shakes and the sensible meal. What I have noticed tho is that I am very swollen in a lot of my joints because I am having a meajor arthritis flare up and I could barely walk the other day. I had to go to a rheumatologist to get checked out. He put on celebrex today is the 3rd day and I am finally getting a little relief in pain but not in swelling. Thanks for your support Aime! Hugs, Cira

I think I gained about 10 lbs. I bet some of your weight has to do with your arthritis flare up. You mentioned that you are swollen. Fluids can add the lbs. Don't stres this stuff. You will be on the loser's bench in no time. Aime

Thank you for all the wonderful support Aime! Hugs, Cira

Hi Kali (Love your name!) Welcome! I had surgery at GBMC with DVR almost 18 months ago, and I can honestly say it was the best decision I ever made. My only regret is that I didn't do it 20 years ago. I had lap RNY and it has been wonderful since. I've got some ongoing hormonal issues that stem from the rapid weight loss as opposed from the surgery itself, so I can honestly say that my surgery and recovery have been complication free. DVR is a wonderful man, so kind and caring, he really looks out for his patients. He's a bit reserved at first, but that doesn't last long. I don't know Dr. Moen, since he's new to DVR's practice, but he seems equally competent and caring. I think you're in good hands, and the staff at GBMC was wonderful. You'll be in a two-bed room, but no one will share the room with you, unless you have a family member stay with you. My Mom stayed with me until I kicked her out because she snored and slept so deeply that I couldn't wake her when I needed her!!!!! The time in the hospital goes pretty quickly - my surgery was on a Tuesday and I came home on Thursday. So post away, we're always full of info, advice, support, etc.!!! Take care, Teresa (Tia)

Hello, Not a patient of Dr. VonReuden or Dr. Moein, but hello anyway....

Hello, Welcome and How are you? make sure to post a new post so we all don't miss your post. tell us about yourself! Cira

I am also a patient of Dr. Moein. I have my 6th ( last) supervised WL appointment on Monday. I am unsure if I will see Sloan ( the Dietician) this visit. I am meeting with Dr. Moein... I haven't seen him since my fist consult. I am SO worried... I have maintained weight through all my months, but this month I know I gained. I am stressed that I will be denied based on this month. Can anyone calm my nerves? I have been waiting and waiting through this process... I will be so angry at myself if I blew it. Thanks for any support.