Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!
$99 Yearly Supply Alert! 🎉 "1 per Day!" Bariatric Multivitamins

My Surgery date is 5/10/2011...I need help!

sbilock

Recommended Posts

sbilock    0

sbilock
Posted

I am just days away now and I need to hear suggestions from u lapband pro's out there. What do I need to do to have the most success under the knife and a speedy recovery. I am in the OR on Tuesday and really need to will myself to test at school on Thursday. Is this completely unrealistic? Can I just work out hard the next week or something and help my recovery time move along quicker? I need all the tips and tricks out there! HELP. THANKS EVERYONE.

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Tia Macc    1

Tia Macc
Posted

I am just days away now and I need to hear suggestions from u lapband pro's out there. What do I need to do to have the most success under the knife and a speedy recovery. I am in the OR on Tuesday and really need to will myself to test at school on Thursday. Is this completely unrealistic? Can I just work out hard the next week or something and help my recovery time move along quicker? I need all the tips and tricks out there! HELP. THANKS EVERYONE.

I am having my surgery the day after you and will be starting a new job the following Monday. I was also very nervous about not being ready to go back to work on time. I called my surgeon's office and they basically said everyone is different, but lap-band is one of the easiest in regards to recovery time. The number one suggestion was walking, walking, walking! Walk as much as possible after surgery will help with the gas and will get you feeling back to normal. I've also heard using gas-x strips and a heating pad because the gas is killer after surgery - I am very worried about that! I wish I could offer you more reassurance, but I am in the same boat you are. Good luck!!!

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

sbilock    0

sbilock
Posted

Gas..really..?!? HMMMM...thats a new thought....like butt gas or mouth gas....hmmmm...that definitely got my attention. thx

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Tia Macc    1

Tia Macc
Posted

Gas..really..?!? HMMMM...thats a new thought....like butt gas or mouth gas....hmmmm...that definitely got my attention. thx

Well, the will pump gas into your abdomen so they can move the instruments around and see your stomach better. I can't really tell you whether it is farting or burping.. I haven't hard surgery yet. My guess is a little bit of both!!

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

JimmyGotSLEEVED    270

JimmyGotSLEEVED
Posted

Yeah I heard the same thing. The more you move around the better you body adjusts to the band and it helps a lot with both the gas and would

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

tim h    0

tim h
Posted

i was banded on march 30th and was back to work on light duty the following monday, the 2nd day after my surgery though i felt fine, just bloated from all the gas they put in you, sore but not sore to the effect i didnt want to go somewhere, i actually went shopping with my wife the 2nd day, as long as you dont over do it you will be fine, and listen to ur dr cuz you dont want the band to slip.

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

greystreet1218    0

greystreet1218
Posted

The gas pain of which you talk about, isn't what you're thinking. It is from the gas they pump in so they can see your insides better, however, the pain afterwards is in your shoulder/back, that's where the gas goes once their done. I had my gallbladder taken out about 1.5 years ago and they said it will be just like that surgery. It's not farting/burping gas, although I'm sure we'll have that too, but the gas you refer to is in the shoulder area.

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Emmster321    0

Emmster321
Posted

Hi! My surgery is the same date as yours! The general consensus on what I've read is that most people are pretty mobile after 5-7 days, but to expect some pretty bad pain with in the 2-4 days after the surgery. I think if you're going to school just for the test, you could possibly do it but I am not sure how well you'll do! I'd have someone lined up to drive you though because chances are it's going to be still too tender for you to drive. I don't think attending school full time again 2 days after the surgery is realistic. My doctor also told me everyone is different but he said expect the first 3 days to feel like you got kicked by the biggest horse you've seen, if that puts it into any kind of perspective for ya. Hopefully we will both wake up on day 2 feeling minimal pain! Let me know how you do surgery buddy! :)

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

sbilock    0

sbilock
Posted

The gas pain of which you talk about, isn't what you're thinking. It is from the gas they pump in so they can see your insides better, however, the pain afterwards is in your shoulder/back, that's where the gas goes once their done. I had my gallbladder taken out about 1.5 years ago and they said it will be just like that surgery. It's not farting/burping gas, although I'm sure we'll have that too, but the gas you refer to is in the shoulder area.

thanks...thats interesting. I have been hearing about shoulder pain and no one has once hinted at the fact that it is from the gas. well....I am on DAY 2 of my liquid diet and just 6 days until I get banded. Im am dreaming about cheeseburgers all day long. But I hope that will pass in another day or so....HOPEFULLY.

thanks for all the good feedback.

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

ghalib    0

ghalib
Posted

Hi Everyone,

I am getting banded on the same day, May 10th at the Jewesh Medical Hospital in Cinci. I am also very excited and nervous at the same time.

thanks...thats interesting. I have been hearing about shoulder pain and no one has once hinted at the fact that it is from the gas. well....I am on DAY 2 of my liquid diet and just 6 days until I get banded. Im am dreaming about cheeseburgers all day long. But I hope that will pass in another day or so....HOPEFULLY.

thanks for all the good feedback.

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

gettinthelapbandtogether    1

gettinthelapbandtogether
Posted

My surgery is May 10th too..

Under a week and here we go!

I had my preop orientation Monday and they talked a lot about the shoulder pain from the gas. I had my gallbladder out two years ago and that is exactly what it felt like. Not too comfortable but it goes away pretty quickly.

I have my last supper tonight and then on the the pre op liquid diet to prep!

If you are interested in what goes on at Pre-Op orientation and what they tell you, I just put a post up about it.

benworship.wordpress.com

Good luck all!

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

onikenbai    33

onikenbai
Posted

Reschedule the test if you can because you probably aren't going to be in the best mind to do it. Surgery generally is exhausting and puts your body in shock. I was up and walking 20 minutes after coming out of anesthetic but two days later I felt like somebody put me in a bag and beat me with a bat. If it were 5 days later I'd say no problem, but 2 days is pushing it. If the test is short and you don't really care that much about your mark, then maybe you could pop in and take it, but keep in mind you're not allowed to have a shower until three or four days after surgery...

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

sbilock    0

sbilock
Posted

Great advice. the day is tomorrow and I have still not heard from the facility with the final details so Im just reading lots of posts and keeping up with everyones advice on what I should be doing right now. Luckily my tests are short...probably about and hour and a half for all 3 or 4 of them total. So I plan on at least making an appearance for them. It will greatly affect my marks if I don't try. My classes move so fast I do 3 college units in three weeks so I don't have much time to recover. On a better note...thursday I will do the tests and I'll have friday , saturday and sunday off. So I just need to suffer one day is all. Thank you for everything and keep posting cause I've learned more from this site then I have from the doctor and I'm addicted to it now. Good luck every1

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
Go To Topic Listing PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • vsg.with.sharon

      vsg.with.sharon

      Hey everyone!
      I’m new here! Looking for some friends! 🥰
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • LeighaTR

      LeighaTR

      Four days post surgery. I am sipping as fast as I can and getting NO WHERE near the goal of 60 - 80 grams of protein or the 64 oz of liquids. I just feel FULL. I don't know if it can still be the gas build up (I would think by now that would be gone) but it is a struggle to drink. And so far I have not had the nausea or spasms and don't want to wander into that territory by pushing too hard with liquids. I about passed out today as it was my most "strenuous" day. Went from second story to basement for shower and I was sure I was going to pass out. Looking back on my last few days I have had a total of less than 1000 calories. Am I just not getting enough nourishment in me? Once again a friday where I can't get ahold of the doc until Monday rolls back around so I am hoping maybe someone here has some experience on how to keep energy going. I do have fibromyalgia too and that may be where some added fatigue comes into play. How did you all fair with the goals the week after surgery?
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Doughgurl

      Doughgurl

      2 days until I fly out to San Diego to have my Bypass Surg. in Tiajuana Mexico. Not gonna lie, the nerves are starting to surface. I don't fear the surgery itself, or the fact that I'm traveling alone, but its the aftermath that I'm stressing about the most, after this 8 week wait. I'm excited to finally be here, but I am really dreading the post surgical chapter. I know its going to be tough, real tough and I think I'm just in my head to much now that the day i here. Wish me luck, Hopefully I'm one of the lucky ones, and everything goes smoothly. Cant wait to give an exciting update,. If there is anyone else have a June bypass or even a recent one, Id love to have someone to compare war stories with. Also, anyone near San Antonio Tx? See ya soon with the future me. 💜
      · 3 replies
      1. Phil Penn

        Phil Penn

        Good Luck this procedure is well worth it I am down to 249.6 lb please continue with the process..

      2. Selina333

        Selina333

        I'm in Houston so kind of near you and had the sleeve in Dec. Down 61 lbs. Feeling better. Was definitely worth it. I hope the everything is going well for you. Update us when you can!

      3. Doughgurl

        Doughgurl

        I am back home after my bypass surgery in Tiajuana. I'm post op day 4. Everything went great! I guess I'm one of the lucky ones who have not encountered much pain at all, no nausea thus far and I'm having no problem keeping down broths and water. Thank you for your well wishes. I cant wait to keep up this journey and have a chance at better health and simply better quality of life. I know there will be bumps in the road ahead, and everything won't be peaches and cream, but at least I have a great start so far. 😍

    • LeighaTR

      LeighaTR

      I am new here today... and only two weeks out from my sleeve surgery on the 23rd. I am amazed I have kept my calories down to 467 today so far... that leaves me almost 750 left for dinner and maybe a snack. This is going to be tough for two weeks... but I have to believe I can do it!
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Doughgurl

      Doughgurl

      Hey everyone. I'm new here so I thought I should introduce myself. I am 53y/o and am scheduled for Gastric Bypass on June 25th, 2025. I'm located in San Antonio, Texas. I will be having my surgery in Tiajuana Mexico. I've wanted this for years, but I always had insurance where bariatric procedures were excluded. Finally I am able to afford to pay out of pocket.  I can't wait to get started, and I hope I'm prepared for the initial period of "hell". I know what I have signed up for, but I'm sure the good to come will out way the temporary period of discomfort and feelings of regret. I'd love to find people to talk to who have been through the same procedure or experience before. So I look forward to meeting you all. Hope you have a great week!
      · 2 replies
      1. Selina333

        Selina333

        I'm so happy for you! You are about to change your life. I was so glad to get the sleeve done in Dec. I didn't have feelings of regret overall. And I'm down almost 60 lbs. I do feel a little sad at restaurants. I can barely eat half a kid's meal. I get adults meals often because kid ones don't have the same offerings at times. Then I feel obligated to eat on that until it's gone and that can be days. So the restaurant thing isn't great for me. All the rest is fine by me! I love feeling full with very little. I do wish I could drink when eating. And will sip at the end. Just a strong habit to stop. But I'm working on it! You will do fine! Just keep focused on your desire to be different. Not better or worse. But different. I am happy both ways but my low back doesn't like me that heavy. So I listened (also my feet!). LOL! Update us on your journey! I'm not far from you. I'm in Houston. Good luck and I hope it all goes smoothly! Would love to see pics of the town you go to for this. I've never been there. Neat you will be traveling for this! Enjoy the journey. Take it one day at a time. Sometimes a few hours at a time. Follow all recommendations as best you can. 💗

      2. Doughgurl

        Doughgurl

        Thank you so much for your well wishes. I am hoping that everything goes easy for me as well. We don't eat out much as it is, so it wont be too bad in that department. Thankfully. Also, I hear you regarding your back and feet!! I'd like to add knees to the list. Killing me as we speak! I'm only 5' so the weight has to go. Too short to carry all this weight. Menopause really did a doosey on me. (😶lol) My daughter also lives in Houston. with her Husband and my 5 grand-littles. I grew up in Beaumont, so I know Houston well, I will be sure to keep in touch and update you on my journey. I may need some advice in the future, or just motivation. Thank You so much for reaching out, I was hoping to connect with someone in the community. I really appreciate it. 💜

  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    Bariatric Forums

    For Patients

    Health Professionals

    Search Surgeons

    Bariatric Surgeons: Want to research a weight loss surgery surgeon? Enter their last name below to start!

    ×