Last Pre-op Testing

Howdy, Well, if you are wondering if you will have to do more tests 2 weeks before surgery all you pre-op GLBT folks, the answer is yes! I had my last pre-op appointment with the surgeon this morning and my pre-admission appointment, which consisted of blood work, urinalasys (sp), chest x-ray, EKG, meeting with the RN, and then the pre-admitting nurse. I had not planned on all that I have been well prepared for everything else along the way, and I don't know why I didn't expect it, but there you go I was flashing the "girls" to a half a dozen medical professionals today! I weighed in 80# lighter than I started (by SOME miracle, as I was BAAAADDDD this weekend,) and the surgeon was pleased about that. Other than the Count Chocolula and double cheeseburgers (yes "s") I have been kind of moody...I am thinking this is normal so I am just riding the wave and not wearing to much black....say prayers to keep me away from the DT windows!!!! (Oh, yeah, and for a safe surgery and recovery...that would be really nice!) 12 days to go......:dance:dance Maureen

I was pretty moody the couple of weeks before surgery. I was kind of nervous, anxious, excited, etc. and I had a lot of ups and downs. At least you don't have to do a liquid diet!!! I'm counting down with you!!!! Jen

Maureen, Way to go on the 80 lb loss! That is simply awesome! I was a ball of nerves in the last 2 weeks before surgery and my partner will agree that moody is an understatement for my behaivor then. I will be watching and sending all the good stuff your way that I can send! Take good care and keep us updated! Amy

Congrats on the 80 lb. weight loss. Thats Awesome. I was wondering what consisted of the last pre op testing so Thanks for sharing that info. I dont have a date yet but I'm getting closer. I'll be praying for you! Kay

Maureen, Wow, your almost there! And congratulations on the weight loss, that is awesome! Don't you just love all of the tests that you have to go through? As soon as I thought I was done they scheduled an endoscopy. I was a real treat the week before surgery, beast city! Between that and the whininess (?spelling) after surgery, its a miracle that my girlfriend stuck around. Wishing you a fast and speedy recovery. Jaimee

Maureen, 80 freakin' pounds!!! WOW!!! That's AMAZING!!! I am sooo proud of you!! You are on your way to a great start. Keep up the good work. Once in a while a slip is ok, we just can't let that slip define us. I have noticed that I go from moodiness about not being able to use food as my buddy to great excitement at the thought of something new and positive happenning in my life. I think these feelings are totally normal and the way that our minds deal with such a drastic change. Keep the faith, baby!!! Carol

Howdy Back Maureen; Best wishes on your surgery. Got you in my prayers. Rosa