So far so good - 1/23 is my date

Hi ya'll - I have now completed my blood gases test and other lab work and also my EKG. All good. Also got my sleep study results - mild apnea but not enought to need cpap. I am SO happy about that! I had my testing done at Fair Oaks Hospital and me Kathy - the nurse who interviewed me. What a super person she is! 3 years out herself and a wealth of info - answered every question I have thought about so far and REALLY put my mind at ease about this surgery going well. Also, found out my primary physician knows Dr. Moazzez and had nothing but great things to say about him. That really made me feel good, because I have great trust in my primary. ANYWAY - 18 days to go - I think I am finally excited about this surgery and that I have made the right decision at the right time for me. Thanks to everyone who posts on this board. I get so much good info and it is such a comfort to know you are out there and listening. Sylvia

Sylvia, Those last couple of weeks are exciting! I wish you the best of luck with your surgery. It's one week after my surgery and I am so glad already that I had surgery...can you believe in one week my blood pressure has gone down so much that I don't need meds anymore! Take care of yourself, surgery really will change everything in your life. Liz

I have my surgery on the 27th at Fair Oaks Hospital by Dr. Halmi. I'm excited for your upcoming surgery. I pray for your speedy recovery - Many Blessings! Take Good Care! Jean

Glad everything went well Can I ask about the blood gas test, I heard it hurts, and I'm a big big baby, lol..................is it like a regular blood test ? Where do they take it from ?? TIA, April

Hey April. I hurt more later in the evening when my wrist ached then I did when the ABG was done. I really didn't find it to be so bad and I really hate needles. Courtney 5 weeks out - 30 lbs

Hi April-the blood gas test was nothing. He drew just a little blood from the artery in my right wrist. No pain then or later, and I got the results in five minutes. Not to worry about that one. Syl

Sylvia, Your time will fly by...before you know it, you will be a loser too. It is so exciting...I had my surgery 18 days ago!!! I have lost a pound a day...could have never done that without this tool. It is an exciting journey. Hugs, Betsy

Thank you so much for staying on this board - I have been following your progress since surgery and I'm so happy for you - you are really doing incredibly well. Keep posting about your experiences early on - it gives me encouragement and also lets me know you are okay. syl

Hi Sylvia, i am having my surgery on the 24th with Dr. Moazzez, your words about him is also making me feel alot more at ease, well we will be in the hospital the same time, i will try and check on you while i am there too let me know yvette

Hey Yvette - I hope to see you there too! Syl