NurseAndi

Well it is definitely different. My sleeve is growling like crazy, I keep forgetting to take smaller sips and to slow down.i think this will be most difficult for me. I haven't had much pain. The drain does not bother me, it's mostly the abdominal air. But it is not as bad as some I have read about. I o however get a sharp chest pin if I roll on my right side. Could this be staples rubbing inside somewhere? We other than that and my obvious ability to not be sleeping tonight. This experience has been top knotch.

Well it is day 2 and I am doing pretty well. Not a lot of gas pain just a bit. I realized I have to drink much slower than before. I have been nauseated today but have choked it back both times. Not a fan of vomiting.

Doing well not a lot of pain but had some nausea today. Slept quite a bit and atleast the gas pains are not unbearable. I realize I have to drink slower than I am used to. But doing well thank God

James do you know how to add someone to our fb page?

I'm ready too!!!! Andi

I am so ready for next wed. This preop diet is giving me headaches. I know it will all be worth it in the end. I miss food today. I really want something like a steak ugh.. Oh well! I don't feel nervous just excited.

Please add me to fb page Andrea Faulkner Boise Idaho

March 20 also, TJ MX so excited an nervous I am having trouble sleeping

Those who have already been sleeved, how long did it take before you we're back to work? My surgery is scheduled for march 20 but I only took a week off. I am currently working long term care. I am on the floor most of my shift other than the hour or so I spend charting. Just curious what the census is? Andi

I will be posting updates like crazy!

Please post updates about your trip and recovery, a friend and I are heading down on the 20th..

Agreed reasons are different for everyone, price is a factor (fraction of the cost in the states) but also the experience of the surgeons there. Do the research, I have been doing mine for about 8 months before booking my surgery. March 20 is my and my friends magic day.

You will be glad you did, I have two pair I wear them to work. They are wonderful for circulation.

Just remember to get up and walk a bit on the flight and you may want to invest in some compression stockings for the flight home.

We are having surgery together. My mother and her daughter are coming for support.

March 20 Dr Ortiz Obesity Control Center, Tijuana, Mexico a girlfriend and I are going together. Nervous and excited

My sleeve surgery is scheduled for 3/20, how long is the avg time off after surgery? Is a week long enough?