I'm home from surgery now. I wanted to give an update on this thread in case anyone is following this.
After I checked into the hospital on Monday morning 5/16 and was about to get prepped for surgery, The nurses' station called me over and said I had a call on their phone. It was a woman at the hospital finance department, wanting money right then! "You are self pay! You need to pay us before you get surgery!" Really? I had to explain how I'm going to surgery regardless as my hiatal hernia repair surgery is covered, and explained the fact that the last time I was at my doctor's office I paid for the VSG there in his office. She was still acting unbelieving and asked "WHEN were you at the doctor?" I couldn't remember dates at that moment, but I was getting irritated now and told her to call the surgery coordinator at my doctor's office, she will tell you everything you need to know about my payment. She calmed down a little and said she would do that. I haven't heard from them since. But seriously; calling a patient just as she's prepping for surgery?? Crazy.
Meanwhile, the surgery went really well, and I got everything done that needed to get done. My surgeon and his staff are awesome. I was also blessed with really good nursing care in the hospital. I did really well and walked the halls regularly, kept down my liquid diet, my first cream Soup, etc. I got to come home yesterday 5/17 in the afternoon. It was so nice to get some real sleep in my bed.
Hello everyone.
This is my first topic post. I have been lurking on this site for a few weeks, just trying to soak up as much information regarding the sleeve. Now that my surgery is getting closer, I have some personal questions that I was wondering if you all could help me with.
1. I have read that gas pains are pretty severe after surgery. Is there anything I can do before surgery, or during recovery, to help alleviate the gas pain? Some people have recommended gas relief strips, while others have said they don't work. Also, people keep mentioning shoulder pain with gas pain? Can someone explain this to me?
2. I have also read that Constipation after surgery is a real pain in the ass (pun intended). I read somewhere that maybe taking stool softeners a day or two before surgery would help soften it up for after surgery. Can anyone attest to that?
3. How soon after surgery can we start to have sex again? Of course I will be asking my doctor as well, but would like an estimate. Also, how soon after surgery can I have oral sex with my hubby? I know we aren't supposed to drink out of straws after surgery, and that "act" is sucking. Would that cause any issues, or should I wait to do that? (Sorry, I know, very personal)
4. For the first two weeks after surgery, what should I stock up on? Right now, I love Premier Protein shakes. I like all three flavors, so I will be getting that. I also just ordered a sample pack of powders? utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury to see if I like that as well. I know I'll also need broths/bouillon. I'll also be making sure I get my Water in, which is a struggle for me since I am never thirsty (unless I'm eating something salty). Any tips on that?
5. Do I need a wedge pillow? Some people have recommended it.
6. Last but not least, any last minute tips? Do's and Don'ts? Anything that you wish you had known before surgery, or anything you think is worth mentioning?
I really appreciate any responses. I apologize if I am repeating questions that have already been asked. I have tried to go through the forums, but am still learning how to work this site/app. I am done with all of my weight loss appointments, and am just waiting for approval. Thanks
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