curlygirlgetsfit

On 08/27/2019 at 11:28, Jazzy1125 said:

Good Morning, I am glad you are being practical as well. The more we research and learn the easier the journey is. It by no means is easy but you will come to know what to expect and how to handle it as the days go by and not freak out when something does happen. Being informed is the best way to be! Congrats and welcome to the losers bench!

Thank you! I appreciate it. Being that it was my first surgery & first time having an IV, I didn’t know about the weight gain, nor was I informed about it so it took me by surprise lol.

On 08/27/2019 at 10:42, Lynda486 said:

Good morning Curlygirl, I am also a curly girl, do you follow that method? Anyway, I know that surgery adds those Water pounds on, but luckily it comes off quickly! Best of luck on your Journey!

Thank you! No I don’t follow that method lol just my username based off my hair texture lol. Best of luck on yours as well ☺️

On 08/27/2019 at 08:17, Orchids&Dragons said:

I'm glad you're so practical and not panicky about this. You're correct, the weight was just IV fluids and swelling. Best wishes for a speedy recovery and to see the scale moving more quickly soon!

Thank you ☺️

Congrats 🎉. That surgeons work is amazing 🙌🏾👏🏾. I’m going to be looking into a breast lift 1-2 years from now. Just recently had surgery last Wednesday.

Tmrrw makes 1 week postop for me. I gained 4.2lbs while being in the hospital for surgery. I’m down those extra pounds & 2.6lbs on top of that. I know that the extra weight came from IV & probably also Water retention. I woke up out of anesthesia burping & the following day, started to pass gas. I was finally able to poop this morning with the help of milk of magnesia. I’m able to get down 2 Protein Shakes a day, crystal light & other fluids. Can’t wait til I see the true weight come off. I’m big on taking measurements & celebrating NSVs, but it was a shocker to see the weight gain after surgery.

You can keep up with my journey on IG @CurlyGirl_GetsFit

On 08/24/2019 at 11:08, FluffyChix said:

Yay! Congrats girlie!!! Love reports like yours!

Thank you! I thought it was going to be a hard recovery for me, but it took me by surprise when I woke up from the anesthesia burping right away lol. I honestly got lucky cuz I know majority of people go through it badly

On 08/24/2019 at 07:40, GreenTealael said:

💜CONGRATULATIONS💜

Thank you 💕💕

On 08/23/2019 at 19:59, HipHopDiva said:

CONGRATS! Can't wait to join you next week. So you are 3 days post op, are you still on Clear Liquids?

I am. Clear liquids + my Protein Shakes

Surgery went well on the 21st. I was about 97% gas pain free. It seems like I didn’t even have surgery. The main incision site hurts so much. I’m able to do a lot of things on my own. I guess I got lucky w| my recovery process as I can do a lot by myself than most ppl who just had the surgery. If you guys have IG, please follow me! @CurlyGirl_GetsFit ☺️

Today is my SURGERY DAY! 12:30pm is my surgery time. Just here in the waiting room ‘til the call me back. Nervous but excited!

On 08/08/2019 at 09:39, cubyblue6 said:

Me too, me too... August 21st in Chicago. So excited, getting my pre-surgery blood test and clearance right now. 🥳

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Niceee!! I have mine on Tuesday!

On 08/07/2019 at 19:58, iliana22 said:

Having mine the same day in grinnell Iowa so excited 😍

Woot!! Congrats!

On 08/06/2019 at 10:28, tashie123 said:

The feeling is so normal. It was my first surgery too and I think I have waited so long due to the same fears. They did give meds. I remember being hauled and a bit scared. But they were so sweet, made jokes and the meds just calmed me down. It wasn't bad at all. I wish I had gotten it done sooner. Best of luck and hopefully all will go well.

Thank you. I appreciate it. I’m feel much better about the situation currently!

On 08/06/2019 at 09:05, mousecat88 said:

I (unfortunately) had a lotttt of surgeries before this one. They did tell me I could take one of my valium if I wanted that morning if I needed to calm down, but I didn't. They may give you something if you feel like you really need it. But it's peaceful... you just close your eyes (or see how long you can fight it, like me, LOL) and within 5 seconds you are in a dreamless sleep. Then poof, you wake up and it's all over.

I guess I was just making myself think it is worse than it actually is.

On 08/06/2019 at 06:57, Chiptress said:

I don’t think anyone is thrilled to be knocked out & have major surgery. The way that I handle it is knowing that I choose this team . I trust these doctors so I try & trust the process.

I trust them. I just don’t like being in control (while falling asleep lol)

On 08/05/2019 at 23:53, catwoman7 said:

they'll probably give you Versed first. It's twilight sedation, but it always knocks me out cold (well either that, or I don't remember a thing). If they don't offer anything, you can ask. But they probably give it everyone as a routine.

being scared of surgery is very common - esp if it's your first one. But like the above person said, you'll be in the pre-op room - and the next thing you know, you'll be in the recovery room. It seems like only a few seconds have gone by!

Thank you! Very helpful 🙂

On 08/05/2019 at 22:47, tal said:

VSG was my first surgery also. After they took my blood and vitals an hour before surgery they gave me calming medication and from there i was ready! Its an amazing experience and it all happened so quick. Good luck!

Thanks for the info & thank you!!

On 08/05/2019 at 21:49, Sandra Nuelken said:

From the time I got my clothes off and put to sleep was at best 15 minutes and in less than 45 minutes I was in recovery. Tell your doctor you are fearful and they can make you loopy faster.

I sure will tell them if I’m still feeling this way! Thank you

On 08/05/2019 at 20:30, GreenTealael said:

I was very nervous my first time too. But the meds they give you before surgery made me delirious and loopy. I was ready for a nap 😍

Good Luck 💜

Thank you

On 08/02/2019 at 14:25, dsan0696 said:

I got the same date. Mines in Muskegon MI

Nice! I’m having mine in NYC 🙂. Best of luck to youu!

As the 21st gets closer, I’m getting more nervous about having surgery. I think the main thing I am afraid of is being put to sleep. This will be my first surgery. How did you guys get over the fear of having surgery? Did they give you anything before surgery to relax you?

🥳🥳

Finally received my surgery date today & I’m having surgery August 21st. That day is even more special since it’s my mother’s birthday as well!

Do I have a surgery date twin? Where are all my Aug 2019 cousins? It’s about to be our time! 😝

Congrats! Received mine today. Aug 21st !

Got my date today! 8-21!