Teri B

Well, I'm on the loser's bench now! Surgery went well and pain is mostly managed. Did a lap around the ward and now feel as weak as a kitten.

I expect I'll be discharged today, and then the real challenge begins. Not looking forward to climbing the stairs to get to my front door.

Ice Water and Jello are lovely... cranberry juice not so much. I guess it's all experimentation from here on out.

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I don't know if these are strange but:
- getting on an airplane. I can fit in an airplane now but I want everyone around me to be comfortable.
- so I can throw EVERY LAST ugly fat clothing I own away!. I have clothing down to size 16 and I can not wait until I can give it ALL to goodwill and start afresh!
- to (eventually) have a boyfriend. Let's be honest, the only reason I don't is because I am fat. I do not blame men, I am not attracted to fat people either. It is a preference.
- to have sex again without a tank top on.
- to be able to clean myself better! It does make a difference.
- to shop for clothes that I actually LIKE..
- to wear a non-skirt bathing suit. maybe never a bikini but a nice one-piece or tankini would be nice!
- to prove T every one of the people talking behind my back, that I in fact can and will succeed...
I am sure there are more!
Teri

Post op Day # 5. I feel great. Hitting my Protein requirements (the Protein Shots are great to get it in). Hitting Water goals, no problem. Mild pain. I have learned I can not just take my pm meds and lay down, nope, I must sit up straight until they digest. I have only have been drinking water and protein shots or shakes. I did cook a tiny amount of chicken of mushroom Soup and got it in. One can could be 4 servings easily.

Post op Day # 5. I feel great. Hitting my Protein requirements (the Protein Shots are great to get it in). Hitting Water goals, no problem. Mild pain. I have learned I can not just take my pm meds and lay down, nope, I must sit up straight until they digest. I have only have been drinking water and protein shots or shakes. I did cook a tiny amount of chicken of mushroom Soup and got it in. One can could be 4 servings easily.

Just completed my surgery on the 15th of May along with a Hiatal hernia repair and the first 16 hours was a bit rough but I must say, getting up and walking as they reccomended really helped. I am 2 days out of surgery now and feel like a million bucks! I have no pain, no nausea nothing! I pushed myself very hard during the Preop diet and excercised like a mad man and I really think this helped. My wonderful wife has been a really great partner in this success story.

@Teri B
WLS is right around the corner - i also have the sleeve - love it!
good luck bud - health and happiness on your journey
kathy

May 20th surgery date .. 5 days and counting

I have had an IUD for like 10 years and never did I gain weight with it

Just took my first chlorohexidine shower. 2 more to go! Tomorrow is the day! Arrive at 5:30 am!

Just took my first chlorohexidine shower. 2 more to go! Tomorrow is the day! Arrive at 5:30 am!

I don't know if these are strange but:
- getting on an airplane. I can fit in an airplane now but I want everyone around me to be comfortable.
- so I can throw EVERY LAST ugly fat clothing I own away!. I have clothing down to size 16 and I can not wait until I can give it ALL to goodwill and start afresh!
- to (eventually) have a boyfriend. Let's be honest, the only reason I don't is because I am fat. I do not blame men, I am not attracted to fat people either. It is a preference.
- to have sex again without a tank top on.
- to be able to clean myself better! It does make a difference.
- to shop for clothes that I actually LIKE..
- to wear a non-skirt bathing suit. maybe never a bikini but a nice one-piece or tankini would be nice!
- to prove T every one of the people talking behind my back, that I in fact can and will succeed...
I am sure there are more!
Teri

I don't know if these are strange but:
- getting on an airplane. I can fit in an airplane now but I want everyone around me to be comfortable.
- so I can throw EVERY LAST ugly fat clothing I own away!. I have clothing down to size 16 and I can not wait until I can give it ALL to goodwill and start afresh!
- to (eventually) have a boyfriend. Let's be honest, the only reason I don't is because I am fat. I do not blame men, I am not attracted to fat people either. It is a preference.
- to have sex again without a tank top on.
- to be able to clean myself better! It does make a difference.
- to shop for clothes that I actually LIKE..
- to wear a non-skirt bathing suit. maybe never a bikini but a nice one-piece or tankini would be nice!
- to prove T every one of the people talking behind my back, that I in fact can and will succeed...
I am sure there are more!
Teri

to the OP.
The abnormal EKG will likely buy you a visit to a cardiologist whom will probably order an exercise stress test. If the exercise stress test is normal, you will most likely be okay for surgery. If it is abnormal, you would need to get a cardiac catherization to make sure you have no blockages in your cardiac arteries. If you need cardiac stents or surgery, it will delay your WLS. Good luck!
PS. It is sometimes normal for larger people to show abnormal on EKG d/t body mass.

May 20th surgery date .. 5 days and counting

May 20th surgery date .. 5 days and counting

I already feel judging eyes on me.

Hi.
I am having the VSG this month. I have not 'screamed it from the rooftops' but most people know what I am doing. I have had more negativity than positivity. I ignore the negativity. The fact is that most people are afraid to see others succeed because the 'world' has taught us that 'more is better' and if someone succeeds, they somehow we 'lose' something, they fear 'lack'. However, this world is plentiful and there is room for everyone to succeed. So I ignore it and go about my business because 'they' are not me. Hope this helps. (I will probably need my own advice, again) lol
Teri

Hi.
I am having the VSG this month. I have not 'screamed it from the rooftops' but most people know what I am doing. I have had more negativity than positivity. I ignore the negativity. The fact is that most people are afraid to see others succeed because the 'world' has taught us that 'more is better' and if someone succeeds, they somehow we 'lose' something, they fear 'lack'. However, this world is plentiful and there is room for everyone to succeed. So I ignore it and go about my business because 'they' are not me. Hope this helps. (I will probably need my own advice, again) lol
Teri

Hi all. I am having the VSG on May 20, 2019. I am getting nervous. I have been reading posts on the forum and a lot of people seem miserable, which worries me more. I am assuming the anxiety is probably normal as it is a life change.
I am in grad school and start my clinical rotations exactly a month out of surgery and am scared that I will be weak and it will throw off clinical rotations. Can anyone say that at one month out they felt okay to work long hours every day except one? Can it be done?
Also, I know this is going to be different for anyone. How much weight will I lose the first month, second, third (average)? I am worried that I will not have clothes to wear to work and clinical. If I have a guesstimate I can semi-plan what size I will need and ask around.
Thanks!
Teri

Hi.
I am having the VSG this month. I have not 'screamed it from the rooftops' but most people know what I am doing. I have had more negativity than positivity. I ignore the negativity. The fact is that most people are afraid to see others succeed because the 'world' has taught us that 'more is better' and if someone succeeds, they somehow we 'lose' something, they fear 'lack'. However, this world is plentiful and there is room for everyone to succeed. So I ignore it and go about my business because 'they' are not me. Hope this helps. (I will probably need my own advice, again) lol
Teri