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SWIM did a couple dips about 6 weeks post op and it was same as before, SWIM said. No issues. SWIM took it easy on dancing and stayed hydrated.

I am 1 month out. Last night I went to a concert with dinner before hand. I had a few ounces of hummus and also ordered a Cabernet. I had 4 sips of it over an hour. I didn't get sick. The first sip was too big and it kind of rushed to my head at first but I was fine. No pain. I got slightly buzzed but didn't last long at all. It was kind of weird for me to be at a concert with so much alcohol and not partake, but I still had a blast! I danced around and had fun

No I haven't.. Did u take thrush medicine? My surgeon gave me this. There's also a specific name for brad breathe after the surgery but I can't remember what it is. I read to try listerine strips or an altoid. Make sure to get your vitamins and protein because this will help

Sweet eyes I really haven't had too much pain overall. The incision sites are a little tender and I have an overall bruised feeling around my ribs, but it's definitely tolerable! I am on clear liquids including protein drink my surgeon created.

That_girl_e I just had surgery and have actually gained 3 pounds (I'm assuming from the IV). I can't wait to lose as much as you!

It's now been 54 hours since surgery. I hadn't had any issues really with nausea until this evening. I decided to mix my vitamin powder with the protein drink and it was just too thick. My tummy has had a full feeling like I am on the verge of vomiting ever since. I then made an additional error where I drank 2 oz of protein at once since I fell asleep and missed an hour. Do NOT do this! I'm feeling incredibly uncomfortable. As exhausted as you will be, just be sure to follow the directions and drink at regular intervals. Definitely do not try to make up for a lost interval by doubling up!

Hello bariatric pals! I had my sleeve done Monday morning at 11:30. I arrived at the hospital 2 hours early and they immediately took me back to prep. We had to wait a while for the liquids to flow through me so they could get a urine test to endure I wasn't preggo. Since I hadn't had any liquids it took a while. The dehydration also made it difficult to find a vein for my 2nd IV. It took them 4 tries, and it was pretty painful! After that, my surgeon came to answer final questions before I was given meds. I barely remember being wheeled into a large sterile room with lots of people getting things ready. I then fell asleep. I woke up in pain around 1 1/2 later. I remember asking for pain meds but was refused any til I got to my room. I'm not sure what the hold up was, but I waited in this area with a few other patients for around 30 mins. The pain was so much less intense than I expected! On my first day I initiated walking the halls mainly to get my catheter out. The nurses have me plenty of pain meds. I did have an allergic reaction to hydrocodone so I had to be switched to percocets. I had no problem urinating. The first night was pretty listless due to being woken up every 30 mins or so. But I was able to catch naps the next day. Due to my ability to drink the recommended ounces, walk the halls, and urinate a specific amount, the doctor discharged me a day early. I took 2 percocets before I got in the vehicle, which really helped. The ride home wasn't bad. They removed my drain before I went home, and this was a huge sense of relief from the pressure it caused. I have had a cough the past 2 days so I'm trying to breathe into the little plastic thing as much as I can. I was worried all the meds I had to take today would cause nausea on an empty stomach but it wasn't bad at all (I spaced it out). So far I can tolerate jello, G2, protein drink, and broth. Water is a little more difficult to tolerate. I was able to give myself a shower today, so I am pleased with that. I am also passing gas (which is a good thing). So far, everything is going more smoothly than I had hoped for!

Mine is tomorrow too!

Hello everyone! I am a 28 year old female posting from Johnson City Tennessee. I am 5'9 and 240 pounds. I am scheduled to have the sleeve done on December 22! I honestly have some mixed feelings. I was so stoked up until the nutrition class today. I am terrible with numbers and any type of math (I have dyscalculia), so learning to read labels and convert to my body's changing needs was VERY overwhelming! Does anyone have any good suggestions for apps that can help make this easier? What about an idea of down time and what to expect the first couple of weeks after surgery? Are you able to sleep ok? Is pain bearable? I have 2 dogs and live alone so I'm wondering if I should consider boarding them. My parents will be helping me out the first week, but then the second week I'm on my own. I'm really hoping I will be ok after week one, though! Sorry for the long rant, I am just feeling pretty anxious. I am self pay (my dad is paying) so I feel even extra pressure to make this a success!