Amanda729

I'm new to this, so here goes..... HW-290 SW-266 (surgery on 4-09-2014) CW-249

I'm new to this, so here goes..... HW-290 SW-266 (surgery on 4-09-2014) CW-249

Had my surgery on the 9th. Since then I have had pretty much no pain at all! However, I am having problems getting in my liquids and am consuming very little protein daily. I just feel like I can't tolerate the protein?!? Has anyone else had problems with getting in protein?

My surgery was on the 9th and I came home yesterday. I'm having a hard time knowing when or if I'm hungry and when I'm full. I'm having a hard time sleeping for more than 2-3 hours at a time! Other than that things are pretty good, not really in any pain!

Getting ready to shower with this terrible smelling soap they gave me to use. Then leaving around 10:30 to head to the hospital. Good luck to everyone today!

I only had to wait 2 days. I have BCBS Anthem out of Georgia.

Thank you everyone for some insight on what to expect tomorrow! I am so ready for this new journey to begin!!!

I was told I will have 6 port holes, 4 smaller and 2 a little larger. How many did you have? Did you have a drain in?

My surgery is tomorrow. I am to be at the hospital at 12:45 and surgery is scheduled for 2:19...yes, not 2:20 but 2:19, why I don't know! I'm getting really nervous and anxious now! I have my bag all packed and ready to go. Now I just have to wait for 10 a.m. to be on my way. Hospital is just a little over 2 hours away!

Hey everyone, I'm a little worried about my surgery. I'm scheduled on 4/9 but as of right now I have a cold/sinus infection. I'm hoping that doesn't interfere with my surgery date. Anyone else know how it works? Or has anyone been sick 2 weeks before surgery and still not have any problems with the surgeon doing the surgery? ANY input is greatly appreciated!! Thank you

Yeah, I am starting to get some jitters about it. I'll be sitting there thinking about it and my heart will start racing a little! I know that everything will be ok though! How about you, any jitters or anything?

I start my 2 week preop diet Wednesday as well with surgery on 4/9. I've been trying to have some of my favorite meals now (of course within moderation). I'm hoping the 2 weeks fly by because I am NOT too anxious to start the liquids!

During my psych eval they pretty much asked about support from friends and family, lifestyle changes and your willingness to comply with them. They basically are just making sure you have the right mindset to move forward with this lifelong journey! Don't fret though, in sure things will be just fine!!

I'm in PA too. I go to Geisinger Danville and my surgeon will be Dr. Gabrielsen. My surgery is on April 9th! Anyone else that has had Dr. Gabrielsen, what's your opinion on him? I've only met him once, but he seems to be an excellent dr./surgeon!

That's exactly how I feel! My job is moderately physical and I'm worried I won't have enough energy too!