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Welcome to a wonderful site! I was also sleeved on Monday 9/21. I am doing well -- had a little trouble getting it all the fluids on Day 3 but it is getting easier everyday.

I walked the halls the night of surgery and several times a day while in the hosptial. I am 5 days post op and have been walking 30 min a day everyday

The "commerical break" thing is a great idea!!! Thanks!

Exactly when does the 'fun" start?

I am not waking up with a dry mouth- actually I am waking up to go pee! So far today I have had 32 oz and it's 2pm so it's better than yesterday. I just went for a 30 minutes walk so hopefully that will help too. Is the fullness I am feeling related to the fluids I am drinking or it is trapped air? Also on another note how long does it take for your bowels to function?

Congrats Cajun! Glad everything is going well. Hope you have a safe trip home and look forward to talking to you more.

Thanks guys. I am trying. So far this morning I have 18 oz in and its 11 am so that is a little better. I never thought it would be difficult to get in 48 oz in a whole day!

Hi All I am 4 days post op and really could care less about eating or drinking. I know I have to take in my fluids- my Dr wants me to have 48-60 oz of clear liquids. He said 40 gm of protein would be nice but not to worry about it much during the first week- mainly focus on getting the overall amounts of fluids. Well it sounds sooo easy in your head ....but ... it reality I am struggling. I try and sip sip sip but then I just get this fullness feeling and just the thought of drinking anything makes me cringe. Any advice? I don't want to get dehydrated but I am struggling to get just 40 oz of fluids in. I am thinking if I can just get through the first week of clears things will be better on full liquids.I welcome all suggestions........

Several of you have requested more details to my surgery experience- so here ya go. Pre-op - all they did here was get me ready. Start an IV. I met with the Dr, anesthesia team and nurses from the OR. OR- I vaguely remember going into the OR. They had given me a little versed (sedation medicine in pre-op) Recovery- the only thing I remember about the recovery was the nurses telling me my room was ready. The Floor- my surgery was at 2:30 in the afternoon and I was in my room by 6pm that night (I think) I woke up feeling fine. I was a little thirsty but no pain to speak of. I couldn't have anything to drink the first night post op, the only thing I could have were these green sponge sticks that I could soak in water. I was glad I had brought some chap stick - it helped with my dry lips. I had a foley catheter, an IV, and a JP (jackson pratt) drain- small drain coming out from my stomach. My husband was in the room and I felt great. We watched TV a little but I doozing in and out. By 10 pm that night I was walking the halls and did fine. First day post op- I was able to drink one medicine cup (little plastic 1 oz thing) of water or ice every hour. And that was it!! I had a PCA (patient control pain medication) for pain. Just push the button if I was hurting. I may have pushed it a total of six times the whole time I was there. The only time I had pain was when I laughed or coughed. I do suggest having a small pillow handy to use to splint your incision when you are coughing, laughing or getting out of bed. I walked the halls several times Second post op day- I could drink what ever amount of water or protein punch that I wanted. It went down fine and I knew to just sip throughout the day. In the early evening I did feel a fullness and I think it is a combination of air in my stomach and the liquids I have been drinking. I was told to walk more....so I did. Late in the evening on my second post op day the surgeon said I could go home. He pulled the JP drain- it didn't hurt coming out but definitely is a wierd feeling. Third post op day- I am home and doing really well I think. It's almost 10 am and I have walked twice in the neighbourhood, visited with a girlfriend that stopped by, made a pot of spaghetti for hubby and the kids dinner tonight. I have gotten in 20 oz of fluid so far and am pleased with that. I am not really having any pain. Not really hungry but know it is important to drink my fluids to stay hydrated. I am off to go shower- it will feel sooooo good to shower. First shower I have had since Monday morning. I will be glad to answer any questions about the surgical experience. To me it was smooth sailing and a great start for my journey to a healthier me! Take Care All

I had sleeve surgery Sept 21 and just got home tonight. Everything went super! The pain was minimal. The staff was excellent and I feel wonderful! I will talk more tomorrow but wanted to let you guys know I am doing great! Thanks for all your prayers and words of support!

Well.... it's time to leave for the hospital. Everyone take care and I will talk to you in a couple of days

I also suggest going to the Protein forum and Oregondaisy has a great post- rate your protein-lots of good info there for ya!

I tried several different types of protein shakes. To me my favorite is Unjury. You can go to their website www.unjury.com and I bought several samples to start off.

I found it at a GNC store. I don't think it's real sweet. I also like the icey orange but it will be nice to have a couple of choices

I think every time you posted something you got your name entered into a drawing for the ipod.

Well at work for the people who don't know me real well- my plan was to say I was having "female surgery" --That wouldn't be lying- they are operating on my female stomach, Plus not many people will ask details about "female surgery"....lol. But I ended up just saying I was having a little surgery done and no one ever asked anything else

I finally got that darn ticker thingy figured out so I guess I am now ready for surgery! Surgery date is Monday Sept 21st- please send good wishes my way!

Was the winner ever announced?

Last weekend I was bummed because the word had gotten out that I was having WLS and I wasnt ready to tell people. But things are working out-- EVERYONE is being soooo supportive. One girlfriend, who works out all the time is taking on the role of my personal trainer. Another girlfriend who loves to shop at consignment stores and yard sales has labelled herself as my clothes designer as I loose weight. They all want a role in helping me to be successful! Since i was whining last weekend just thought I would share the good news. I am fortunate to be surrounded by lots of support--- support that I wouldn't have had if I kept my WLS to myself.:thumbup1:

I just found a new flavor of isopure zero carb that I think actually taste good- the Green Tea! :thumbup1:

Shanda So happy to hear everything went well! My surgery is in just a couple of days and yes I am very nervous. Thanks for sharing your great experience!

Thanks Mac you are always so helpful!

I hear your taste buds change after surgery- I am on the pre op diet. I will be sleeved in 5 days, Monday Sept 21st

I am so sorry you are having a tough time- I really haven't heard about the stent thing but hope you are out of there soon!

Beared you make me laugh--- with your "clothes who needs them" comment