Cindyptaylor

I am one week post op. I am totally struggling. I have diarrhea every time I eat. I talked to my dr. They called in a prescription that cost 7,000, called dificid. I have no energy at all. My regular dr won’t do anything be because he doesn’t want to go against the surgeon. Waiting to hear from my surgeon…

On 5/23/2023 at 6:28 AM, rockystart94 said:

Hi I just came up on the site. My surgery is scheduled for 24May,

How did surgery go? Are u able to sip anything? Asking cuz I had mine the 24th as well. Not too bad as far as pain goes. How is you pain right now

Cindy

May 24th is almost here. The liquid diet is getting tiresome, but excited to move on to next phase. I have tried to stay busy so the time passes quickly but at night is when I struggle. How all the others doing with their surgery date of the 24th?

10 hours ago, AmandaD. said:

For those who are around 1 1/2 post op would you be ready to drive 5 hours to see friends and family for a long weekend? My surgery got moved to June 7th and I have a friends get together 5 hours away the weekend after. I’ll be 10 days post op. I know everyone’s post op is different but generally speaking???

I think if you stop every 1 1/2 hours and a walk a minute, would help with the circulation and not getting blood clots. My husband is in blood thinners for life- we always stop and stretch our legs to prevent them.

10 minutes ago, Gabbie-1 said:

On my way to hospital and surgery

35 minutes ago, kimasinclair1 said:

May 24 for my revision from sleeve to RNY.

The 24 is my date as well. Trying to keep the anxiety down a bit. But it is exciting!!

16 minutes ago, Gabbie-1 said:

Up all night in the bathroom
Yikes

Good luck tomorrow!

58 minutes ago, nikki86 said:

I was sleeved on May 10th, 2023 .

How are you feeling? What kind of liquids or purée have you liked so far?

47 minutes ago, Loot said:

I am!

That’s great! What city ? Where are you going to get your surgery?

3 hours ago, Laryssa said:

Hey y'all! I had my VSG on May 4th, along with a hiatal and abdominal hernia repairs. Everything went well except the JP drain they put caused me to have intense sharp pain in my left shoulder, most often when I bent to sit; the pain would then last for a good 20-30 minutes. I spent 6 nights sleeping on the recliner because of the pain. Thankfully, the drain was finally removed yesterday and I got the first good night's sleep in my bed in over a week!

I didn't have too much pain after surgery (other than the shoulder pain) except for on the incision sites. I walked every couple of hours, many times in a hunched position because of the shoulder pain, so that wasn't fun. I haven't had any issues with getting in my fluids and Protein though it took 2 days before I could reach the minimum required. Healing has gone great and I graduated to the pureed stage yesterday but I couldn't do more than one pureed meal. I'm still having a lot of gas in my stomach and have to take gas pills to help alleviate it a little. Dr says that should get better as I progress into the pureed & soft stages.

I'm sorry for those of you who have had or are having a tough time after surgery. I'm keeping you in my prayers for a quick recovery!

It sounds like you’ve had a rough go of it. Hope you are feeling a little better each day. I will pray for a great recovery. Mine is in 10 days and getting nervous. I have had a rough surgery 35 years ago, back in the old days (not Bariatric). And it was horrific. Medicine has come along ways. I am so glad they do laparoscopic surgery and have much better pain control . Hang in there it will get better..

48 minutes ago, Gramachristy said:

Having mine on the 16th

Good luck!!! Mine is in 12 days and I am already anxious for it!!

3 hours ago, Elizabeth MW said:

Tomorrow (May 11) is finally the day!!! Excited and nervous.

Good luck!!! That is exciting! Let us know how it went!

25 minutes ago, la.nena said:

Tomorrow is my big day and I’m not sure how I feel about it. I keep telling myself that it’s for my health. Having an autoimmune disease is already hard. I just want everything to go smoothly. I have a high pain tolerance. I’ve given birth to 5 kids all natural. As I have had surgery before. Just not sure how this going to feel.

Hi, good luck tomorrow! I have 2 weeks to go and I am pretty sure giving birth is much more painful, been there all of mine were natural as well. I am excited for you and hoe you have an easy recovery!

2 hours ago, Loot said:

May 11th! Tomorrow is the day.
Duodenal Switch. What is everybody having?

I don't have any friends or know anybody else who has had Bariatric surgery before.
I would love to connect and add a few people on here to connect with. I know a support group makes a big difference. Please add me and I will add you back if you see this. 🙂

Hi, my surgery is May 24th. Started my pre op diet today. Good luck for tomorrow!! Yes it is good to have support friends!

Ok, Thanks! That sounds very stressful .

3 hours ago, Svet said:

1 hour ago, LindsayT said:

I guess it could be a number of things. My original surgery date was canceled because they overbooked the OR. It could be blood work or other test. Doctor schedule. Insurance. Who knows. If you're doing what your supposed to and Insurance is cleared, I wouldn't worry too much.

3 hours ago, LindsayT said:

That's a lot to deal with. Only you can answer that question. Think about why you started this journey in the first place. Everything will work out. Best.

Why do they cancel surgery?

I am so happy for you!! All the hard work you have done has paid off. I think this is more of changing your mind and lifestyle and you have got this ! Congratulations!

47 minutes ago, SleeveMeAlone23 said:

Just checking in a week post-op VSG. I’m doing really well, meeting Protein and Water goals. I can take about 3 swallows of Water at a time, which works out to about 3 oz. Then I gotta allow 10 min or so before I put anything else down the chute. At first I couldn’t even get 3 oz of my Protein Shakes down at a time, but now I’m getting half shakes down 4 times a day. I also had some Greek yogurt tonight. I absolutely hated Greek yogurt before surgery, but was so good and felt good in my stomach too. I also now like unsweetened tea and I used to be 100% sweet tea girl. It’s absolutely crazy how your body changes.

Good luck to everyone with surgeries coming up this week. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. The pain doesn’t last forever, and things will get better quickly. Soon, we’ll all be looking back and celebrating our success and seeing these moments of struggle as just stumbling blocks on our journey!

Oh, and 22 pounds down from start of pre-op as of this morning!! 🎉🎉

Much love to all! 💕

That is awesome!!! Keep up the good work!

39 minutes ago, SleeveMeAlone23 said:

Prayers for you CarolineLittle! Can’t wait to hear how it goes for ya. See ya when you get to this side of surgery! 😘

Good Luck ! And prayers for quick healing !

That is awesome. How are you feeling? I am nervous for my surgery as it is same day and I will be sent home right after it.

2 hours ago, Gabbie-1 said:

My surgery is May 15. I don’t generally like flavored water and the few I like are red. Same with Jello. I start my preop diet today. I only have a week. Surgery date came much sooner than expected.

I am starting to find that I like koolaide flavor best. I like the red flavors too. Good luck with your surgery!

5 minutes ago, mmrondot said:

May 16th for me! Pre-admission bloodwork tomorrow 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

Awesome!! Good luck !

That is awesome. I have bought lots of different kinds and when I start my pre op diet on Wed, I will start trying them. I haven’t found many shakes that I like, but the premier clear is good. I haven’t tried the cran grape Protein shot but have some, guess it is time to give them a try. Thanks!

What is your favorite Water flavor and brand that is your go to?

On 4/20/2023 at 9:52 AM, Shemleylodge said:

Mine is May 24th

Mine is the 24th as well- I am starting the pre op diet in Wed. How about you?