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thanks for the feedback. It's good to know that I won't literally explode (as I had been imagining). Unfortunately they don't sell gas-x where I live (in Dubai). Each time I've asked the Dr or nurses what I can do for the gas I'm told to keep walking. If anyone has any tips to get this moving it would be much appreciated! It's the middle of the night for me now and I'm not sleeping as I'm in so much pain from gas.

I'm 4 days post-op and my belly is literally twice it's normal size and feels like it has been filled with cement and my stomach noises are coming from everywhere every direction REALLY loudly (constant gurgling). I spoke with my doctor a few hours ago and he has told me swelling is normal, but my stomach feels like it's going to explode. Does everyone else feel the same post-op?

Is anyone else dreaming about food? It's so strange, every time I go to sleep I dream about eating.

I ended up in hospital for two nights due to some complications, but arrived home today. I look like I'm 9 months pregnant as I'm so bloated. I really hope the gas starts to subside as it is causing me a lot of pain.

Hi Vixynne As you know I was sleeved the same day as you and I feel exactly the same thing. My doctor has told me that within a week I shouldn't have any problems with fluid going down. Right now it goes in, hits a spot does a u-turn, I bring up gas and then it painfully travels down into my stomach. I'm sure it will get easier.

just got home from hospital. had to operate twice as there was a complication. My c-section scar had adhered to my abdominal wall and with all the swelling post-op it had started to pull/tear and caused SEVERE pain , but fortunately my doc went back in fairly quickly and cut through that tissue. I was definitely in a world of pain before the second surgery, but I'm starting to feel much better today.

Good luck everyone! I will be thinking of all my fellow July 1st sleevers! I need to be at the hospital in 14 hours. My son has has just come down with scarlet fever (not as bad as it sounds) so thankfully I have already been on antibiotics for something else. So bad news is that my husband will have to stay at home with him so I will be facing this on my own. It's not what I imagined, but I keep thinking of all the brave people that travel to a different state or country alone! So at least I will have him by my side post-op. I can't wait to hear of everyone's post op experiences in a few days

Starting to get a scratchy throat and head cold. I'm already on antibiotics for something else so I know it's not bacterial. I'm praying that it doesn't get any worse as I would hate for this to be postponed.

I started having serious second thoughts today, but I've had a really long chat with my husband and i'm back on track

Haha Vixynne you 100 times more prepared than I am. Having now read what you have done so far, I think I better switch in to high gear! Apart from starting my pre-op diet I haven't done anything yet

I can relate to your husband not completely understanding, mine wasn't at first either. However when I took him to the appointments with me and he had a chance to here why the doctor thought the surgery was a good idea he did a 180 degree turn. He is nervous about the surgery, but now excited and on board. Maybe involving your hubby (if he is willing) in your appointments may help him understand. Good luck!

I have been feeling exactly the same way. I started a blog yesterday and it really helped me when I wrote a post about how I got to my current weight and why I am doing this. It helped shift my thoughts from what might go wrong to what the outcome might be like (which of course will be awesome). I wish you the best of luck and do something nice for yourself it may distract you.

Thanks Mooregirl! You are absolutely right. I had a neighbour take my son to an activity this afternoon with her son (they are both 4) as I was exhausted and didn't feel up to it. I look forward to having more physical and emotional energy for him!

Just had my date moved to July 1st (was June 26th) and I'm really really really anxious. It is all I think about and I wish I could calm myself and get excited!

Just had my surgery date moved to July 1st - I'm SOOOOO scared. I've become irrationally nervous and I don't seem to be able to calm my anxiety. I wish I could also get excited, but, all I feel is fear! anyone else freaking out?

I'm also in the UAE - in Dubai

Good luck! sending you positive vibes!

I'm also June 26th Nervous!

I'm completely with you on this! My surgery date is 26 June and I have a 4 yr old son. I was really confident in my decision until I got my surgery date and now I am a nervous wreck! I would be happy to swap ideas post surgery unfortunately I don't have any suggestions right now. I wish you all the best with your surgery, imagine all the energy you will have and how much more fun it will be with your children post op! I'm trying to stay focused on that right now.

Thank you everyone for your input. It's really great to hear of individual experiences!

I would love to hear from people that are 6 months plus post op and find out what your overall experience was and how does that compare to what you expected before surgery!

Amazing! Congratulations you look great!

I had a really similar day today - a bit of grocery shopping, some household chores and I'm utterly exhausted. I've just woken up from a nap and read your post. I can't imagine not feeling like this but also can't wait to not feel like this. Best of luck with your surgery!

Is anyone having (or has had) surgery in Dubai?

That's good news!