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I am exactly one week out as of today. It's been tough to get the required amount of Protein and Water in however, all in all, its been great. Minimal pain, nothing too serious. I dropped a whopping 17lbs in one week which is cray cray yall. Anyways- thought I'd throw my two cents out there since this is mostly a womens thread!

I am loving this thread!!! I am having my surgery tomorrow and was scared to death. Your comments have re-assured me and made me much happier about my decision!!! Thank you!!!!

Gosh let me go into detail about what my surgery was like. EASY.
I went in on Thursday. When I woke up in recovery I had to pee. I was given the option of bedpan or toilet. I choose toilet. I was able to sit up unassisted and get into the wheelchair. I was surprised at how little it hurt. My abs felt like I done a really vigorous workout the day before. When I got to the bathroom, I darn near ran inside! I really had to go from all the IV fluids. I spent quite a bit of time in recovery because the room I was assigned to wasn't ready. My mother was there and we chatted and watched tv. I went to the bathroom 2 more times in recovery. The nurses were impressed I could get out of the bed on my own and allowed me to walk to the bathroom instead of using the wheelchair. I was given a cup of ice chips to suck on.
After about 2 hours in recovery I was finally taken up to my room. Since I was walking they didn't use the compression things for my legs. They offered me the morphine pump and I explained I didn't really have any pain. I turned on the tv chilled. Later that evening my sister came by. She had my iPhone and iPad. I had her plug in the charger. The evening was spent talking on the phone to friends, playing candy crush on the iPad and watching tv. Later the nurse brought in colace (stool softener) and omeprazole (antacid). I was given Jello, broth, tea and Prosource no carb liquid Protein. I sipped on the Liquid Protein and ice chips. Meanwhile I was still peeing like crazy. I had an overactive bladder prior to surgery and since they were still running IV fluids it was coming out as fast as it came in. The nurse thought it was funny that I was in the bathroom every time she came in. They checked the drain and took my vitals. I was offered the morphine pump but I explained I didn't have any pain. (I also didn't have any nausea). I ate too large a piece of ice and vomited a little. The next day was more of the same. Since I was drinking well they disconnected the IV, but left the PICC line in. Friday afternoon I asked if I could go home early. They said probably not, they preferred to watch me for another day. Again with meds, broth, Liquid Protein, ice chips. I was careful to keep the ice piece small and take slow, sips of the liquid Protein and Water. The nurse asked who would be taking care of me and offered to arrange a visiting nurse. They finally took the morphine pump out since I wasn't using it.
Saturday I was told I could go home. I was happy to finally get that PICC line taken out. The drain being pulled felt odd, but didn't really hurt.
Home was easy. I was on all liquids to start and gradually added back in foods. I have tolerated everything I eat. I can and have eaten out many times. IHop, my favorite diner, a Japanese rest. I don't eat much. Everything ends up being a doggy bag, but I eat more than 5 bite. Probably a ¼ - ½ cup. I was allowed to drive after 2 weeks. I was back in the gym at 3 weeks. I had a bit of discomfort with acid and the doctor increased my omeprazole to 40 mgs a day and now its fine. I had my first BM on Monday, 2 days after discharge. I have been regular every since. I go at least once a day. Occasionally 2 -3 times a day depending on what I eat/drink.
Meanwhile I am losing steadily. I don't weigh more than monthly but as of 2 weeks ago, I am down 55lb since my surgery on 9/18/14. I tolerate every food I have tried so far. I have zero regrets.

The biggest regret that I have is that I didn't do it much sooner than I did. The quality of my life is immeasurably better than it was. As you start to feel more normal you will start to see the changes to both your body and your mind. Good luck and happy birthday.

The only regret I had is that I didn't do this 20 years ago. I'd do this again in a heartbeat.

Congrats! Yay!!! Im February 2nd!!! It's right around the corner, can not wait!

Congrats!!

Just got my date...February 3rd!!! One week!! Go me!!!

I finally got my date! February 3rd!!! I'm so excited; only one week and I'm in!!! Woooo hoooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Just got my date...February 3rd!!! One week!! Go me!!!

I finally got my date! February 3rd!!! I'm so excited; only one week and I'm in!!! Woooo hoooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OMG, I love it! I just ordered it!!! Thanks so much for posting it!!!

OMG, I love it! I just ordered it!!! Thanks so much for posting it!!!

I am not sure if this is what you are looking for, but this is what my daughter and husband got me to take to the hospital with me on my day of surgery. I loved it, and was a great comfort and conversation starter while I was there.
My daughter found it on iheartguts.com

My doctor's office just called and everything is done. She is sending my chart to scheduling! I am so excited!!! I want this ASAP!!!! Like yesterday!!!

My doctor's office just called and everything is done. She is sending my chart to scheduling! I am so excited!!! I want this ASAP!!!! Like yesterday!!!

Anyone else on a foodie farewell tour? I've been on one since I got my date (1/27) I think I've gained 10lbs! On on my last few days, my pre op starts Tuesday. This is madness!

I have cats that I do worry about. Especially my oldest he's about 14yo and is the definition of a lap/chest cat. My best plan right now is to place a pillow over my tummy and hope for the best. ????
Good luck to you!

I wanted to share that because at first I was like, "what's a week?" Then I remembered how I felt when I was ready to have this surgery.
I hope you get your date soon!

Personally, I find that my overweight friends and family think it's "ridiculous" that I'm doing this. On the other hand, my thin friends and family are all for it. I understand that I'm not THAT big. I'm a lap-band conversion. I kept my weight off for 8 years and then began having problems with the band itself. In 2011 we had to stop using it. As a result, I have gained 40+ pounds. If I continue to gain 10 pounds a year, I'll be in BIG trouble a couple of years!!! I don't care what anyone else says...it's a done deal, or it will be in a couple of weeks!

Week after next, I'm thinking!

If you're talking immediately after surgery, it's because they have the surgery suite and recovery room cold to deter the growth of any little bugs. They thrive in the warmth, therefore the cold temps. The others are right about after your weight loss...less body fat to keep you warm!

Some people are just not happy! Therefore, they don't want anyone to be happy! They are just sad, sad people and won't be happy till everyone around them is miserable! Try not to take what they say to heart. That's what they want; don't give them the satisfaction! I think I would say, smiling, something like, "Rude much?". But that's me and I wouldn't put up with it...for long!!!

Very well said!!! Thanks for helping others with the waiting game!

Swallowing and WLS are 2 different things. Sounds like she's having some esophageal problems, not stomach. She needs to consult her doctor!