I gotta tell you, the first few days were rougher then I expected. I had (and still have!) gas pain - alot of burping. My abs are super sore. I really felt awful from the anesthesia for awhile. I could barely handle the pain meds, but found that taking Maalox first helped coat the stomache first. I have two drains - surgeon doesn't put them in for most people, but for revisions it is his standard protocol.

I woke up today, wednesday, feeling a lot better though. today I started the PPI and am allowed full liquids like the Protein drinks.

Glad that you are doing better.

Jane, Congrats on being sleeved. Sorry that you're having pain, but the tummy/thigh muscles do hurt for a couple of days after surgery. It will get better quickly. You're doing the right things, sip, sip, sip, then walk, walk, walk.

Can't wait till you start posting what you're losing. It's gonna be so incredible!!!