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Is a drain typical? I didn't have one. Last minute I was changed from a mini bypass to a sleeve. Chapstick helped a ton. I'm feeling human today and sipping tea with collagen proteins. Yum!

Smart! Love your recommendations. BBC sketches will have me in stitches'... I love to laugh. Best to do hardcore history and stay sewed up.

Yep, took the blood thinner shots in my abdomen, too. Elevated feet and more hydration has done wonders this morning. Thanks for the support, I'm so grateful for the sounding board and a forum to vent. ?

Just left Mexico yesterday and today my legs, hands are super bloated. Any advice?

I fall, too. I'm hoping for the same after surgery.

Try freezing shakes. I open carton top and eat it slowly with spoon... It makes them more palatable.

How is your recovery going?

Thanks! I'll be watching how yours goes. We are in the same graduation class.

I actually thought it best to bring minimal id... meaning leave c.c. license. Dont want to be frisked.

CHAPSTICK!!

Phone plus charger for getting support from Bariatricpal members and sharing your story. Good luck with your surgery and painless recovery! Happy Thanksgiving too!

I'm off to surgery in Mexico on Thanksgiving. What are some items you wish you packed or you had and found invaluable? Thanks for weighing in. Dont know anyone personally who has gone threw this so family support is nill.

I would take a LONG charging cord for your cell phone. Change of clothing, toothbrush, lotion, tooth paste, brush for your hair and slippers to walk around the hospital and may be a book to read if bored. Hospitals are filty dirty and just letting you know to always wear something on your feet! Have a pillow for the ride home!
Take a SHOWER before or the day of your surgery!
NEVER walk barefoot at the hospital.

I havent had surgery yet but I feel you. I know I dont have local support and I think it may help to look at youtube vloggers under wls or specifically vs. Keep the end game in mind. I'm praying for you!

I fall, too. I'm hoping for the same after surgery.