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Hi Everybody,

Just wanted to let every one know how things went. Wednesday, I got to the hospital at 8 a.m. to get prepped for surgery. They did a pregnancy test, blood sugar test, and started the IV. I met with some people operating nurse, ansteologist, etc., then the surgeon came in to get me. I had a complete break-down, but they were good about that. Had me laughing in about 5 minutes. Then I was out, don't remember anything until I woke up in the recovery room and I was very sick. My husband couldn't even come back to see me. So they gave me some meds and wheeled me up to my room. I slept the entire day and night. I woke up around 6 a.m. the next morning. The next morning, they did the leak test, YUK!! That stuff they make you swallow is disgusting. Anyway, my leak test came back good. They removed the cathetor and allowed me to drink. Water makes me very nauseated and gives me the dry heaves. So I have been staying away from water. Then I got released from the hospital around 5 p.m. yesterday. When I got home yesterday, I went straight to bed until this morning.

Today, I am feeling better. Having a bit more energy and I drank about 10 ounces of fluids today. I really don't have the gas pains that others are experiencing. I will get a little one, but then it will go away quickly. I do feel the gas moving around in there and my stomach is very bloated. I do feel nausea every once in a while, but that seems to be less now. I walk around and even took a shower today. I'm looking forward to the healing process. My main goal is to keep pushing fluids.

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Courtney - sorry to hear you were sick! I think sleeping through the worst parts is a great plan, though.

iwanttobethin - hope those pain meds kick in real quick!

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Courtney-- I am so glad you are doing so well. Thanks for the update.

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Iwantobethin-- great to hear from you :)

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Good job everyone!

For the next few weeks our mantra will be:

Sip, sip, sip

Walk, walk, walk

Breathe deep

So glad everyone is keeping us updated!

-Kat

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Hi! I was sleeved on April 2! I'm home from the hospital and feeling pretty good. I'm not hungry most times, but am getting pretty sick of sweet drinks like smoothies and tea latte's using Protein. Cream Soup going down ok but in smaller quantities of course. I am looking forward to being on soft foods like eggs. Pain is not bad, although I notice more acid reflux discomfort. I'm trying to use the pain meds less than prescribed because of the strange way it makes me feel. All in all I feel better than I thought I would. Would I do it again? of course I would! Things started off a little rough when I woke up from surgery but having getting much better all the time! Keep your eye on the prize sleeve brothers and sisters! Remember: this too shall pass! I can hardly wait to do all those things I couldn't do because of the extra weight I was carrying! Don't stop believin'!

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I am scheduled for April 10th. I am mentally ready but nervous fir the pain afterwards.

I am on the 10th too! I have read and researched but I am not sure if I am mentally ready...I hope so, I have read enough that I would think I would not be surprised by anything. Time will tell! Good luck and happy recovery!

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Atkinsoncl... Good to hear from you! You made it!!!! One step closer to being healthier! Keep us posted and each day will get better!!!

Other post ops! I am really appreciative of all your posts! I am feeling more comfortable with my decision and all ur experiences have helped so so much ! Can't wait to see before and after pictures! Many blessings to you all and a good recovery!

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Welcome home Courtney!

So glad you are through and feeling a little better. Hope every day is better and healthier for you.

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Hello fellow sleevers. I am new to this forum. Am scheduled to be sleeved in the UK on April 17th. :)

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Thanks everyone for posting after surgery. I'm getting a little nervous my surgery is on the 10th. I can't wait to have my first NSV.

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Welcome Sharonimo,

Hope all goes well for you. We look forward to hearing your story.

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