BrentinLA

I've had a couple of operations, not including my upcoming WLS next week, and always find myself a bit out of sorts for at least a week after surgery. Here's what I attribute the depression to: a. You've just had surgery--your body has been through a huge workout, so to speak. You've had medications, been put under, have had pain meds, blood thinners, etc. b. The whole ordeal is stressful: hospitals, machines, monitors, etc. c. You are in pain or discomfort. d. Your daily routine is out of whack. e. You may need help with things. f. You don't feel like yourself. ...and a lot of other immediate changes. If you think about it, it all makes sense that you would be a little depressed, or at least a little emotional. I know I'm always a little down in the dumps after a procedure..and it's probably normal.

I'm having surgery with him in a week. I was wondering if anyone has had any experience with him? What was your experience? Would you suggest him? How did the procedure go?

I'm scheduled Sept 14!

I'm so relieved I found this website! I'm scheduled to have a hiatal hernia repair/Lap Band procedure in 12 days. Today the nervousness hit me hard. I go for all my pre-op tests next Tuesday. I've watched a close friend go through this with no problems, and imagine a lot of my fear is unfounded. However, the last time I had surgery (gallbladder removed..damn thing) I had little problem recovering...except for extreme pain in my diaphragm (probably from the gas?). My big concern is that I just quit smoking...Anyone else have similar experiences?