ambernicole

I'm from Bedford, IN

Hello! My name is Amber. I'm 33 years old wife and mother of four. I had my RNY 12/21/11. I started at 238lbs and am 176lbs today. I had a couple complications; gastric outlet restriction and gastritis I was hospitalized for those as well as twice for IV fluids due to dehydration. After having my pouch dialated I have been doing great. I can get all my fluid in and I'm doing ok on soft foods. I do have trouble getting my protein in however. I'm still learning to work with this grouchy pouch of mine but everyday is better. Good luck to you all!!

I had mine 12/21/11. They did a catheter only in surgery for me, meaning put it in and took it out while I was still out!! Was in surgery for about an hour, then recovery for awhile. As soon as I got to my room they got me up and had me walk, which I did every hour or so. I only stayed one night and got to go home the next day. It was not too bad. The walking helped with the gas pains a lot! Good luck to you