So...when you guys say "sip sip sip, walk walk walk" how many times post op did you guys actually get up and walk the halls of the hospital? I had my surgery less than 24 hours ago and I've already been up this morning twice on two nice long walks. I have been sort of relieved and surprised at how mild my recovery has been thus far, I guess I am one of the very lucky ones.

I did, however, form a big bubble over my largest incision that FREAKED ME OUT! My sister spent the night here with me but had to leave really early to go home and get ready for work and almost as soon as she left I felt this bubble. I got really nervous as this is the first surgery I've had as an adult and the only other surgeries I've had have been on my ears, little minor day surgeries. I called a nurse and he told me to get up and walk and I did just that! I'm feeling the spot now and it has gone down significantly so that puts my mind at ease.

Everyone keeps coming in to tell me I'm doing good things and I should be able to get out of here in a few hours so I am excited. I'm also nervous, I don't want to leave TOO soon because I do feel very safe here. I guess I will see how I feel when the time comes, because it is ultimately my decision to stay another night or not. I am off my IV and about to take my first dose of oral meds which I need quite badly right now, I haven't had anything for pain in quite some time.

Anyhow, I just wanted to share a few things and ask a couple of questions to you experienced sleevers. I'm so happy to be one of you now! It's like I'm one of the cool popular kids! Haha just kidding. Everybody have a great day.

Lori

p.s.- water/crystal light was like heaven on earth this morning! I've never been so anxious to wet my whistle!

Hi,

I was walking the same day. Felt good to walk. I was also one of the lucky ones. Hardly any gas, really no pain at all. A little tender where the stitches were, but that's to be expected. I still have all my pain pills, (except for one, that I used before the flight home) I feel this was a good thing for me. Can't wait to get down to where I want to be. Good luck and keep me posted.

Julie