Question:
help what can i do

hi i am waiting for my appointment not until the end of augest i am so frustrated that the wait is so long but i have cut my smoking down and quit my soft drink habit hoping it will be easier for me to deal with the diet changes after the surgery any suggestions on helpful things to do while i wait and also anyone in north carolina that would like to share dr. info with me would be appreciated my appt. is with dr. mcdonald thanks sorry so long winded    — monica J. (posted on April 20, 2000)

April 20, 2000
Congratulations Monica on your upcoming surgery. It sounds like you're off to a good start on the health aspects. You might consider starting a walking routine and practicing on that all important water consumption. Also breathing exercises to strengthen your lungs would be a good idea. Since you do have a rather lengthy wait, you might also consider some financial aspects also. You could start buying up some protein supplements, and foods that are high in protein. I started stocking up on canned tuna, chicken, turkey, and ham. You could also buy a few suits of clothes in smaller sizes. It seems that clothing is a problem (although an invited problem) in WLS patients. If you buy one or two items a week, by the time your surgery date arrives you should be well stocked. It will also seem alot easier on the pocket-book that way. Anyway, good luck and good health.
   — Tina H.