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6 Days Post-Op, Feeling Fine

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modee    4

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Had my VSG surgery on 3/22 at Scripps Green hospital in La Jolla. I was up and walking (slowly) within 3 hours of getting to my room. Of course the initial pain was there, but I was pleasantly surprised at how quickly I improved. I was not allowed to drink anything until the noon the next day and after that I struggled to get 3 oz of chicken broth down. Once they removed the catheter (fun) I was able to get out of bed and walk without the nurse. I was released to go home later in the evening, 36 hours after my surgery began. All in all, it was much easier than I anticipated.

I struggled a bit with getting the whole sipping thing down, but like the surgery, each day it has gotten easier. That being said, I'm sure getting tired of broth!

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TrumpetTinklers    196

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thanks for the update! i'm returning to work 6 days after surgery... i hope it goes as smoothly as yours! :)

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modee    4

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Best of luck to you with your surgery. I went into mine feeling positive and upbeat about my recovery. I'm a firm believer in attitude being a key component of getting through any challenge. If you need added encouragement, its now been 8 days and I'm down 10 lbs from my weight the morning of surgery.

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Willow216    91

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I had the same results, I lost 10lbs within the week after surgery, I didn't like the broth at the hospital at all, my doctor said I could try a lil mashed potatoes and other mashed foods I did that for three days then I stopped mashing I just chewed soft food very well and I had no problems as long as I didn't eat while drinking anything or doing one spoonful to many then I felt like I want to upchuck. Its been 14 days post surgery and I feel Fantastic!

Best of Luck to you Modie!

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modee    4

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Thanks for the input Willow216. Good to hear that I'm not the only one who is progressing as quickly as I am. Its been 9 days now and I just started some light soft foods. So far my sleeve seems to like it as long as I chew well and don't overdo. I'm feeling like its time to get back to the gym!

Biggest challenge now is to not jump ahead too quickly to solid foods. I am having huge head hunger issues the last 2 days. I know that keeping on goal and working out will help. Biggest help so far is keeping active on this forum. I can relate to so much to others experiences and challenges.

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Felicity549    47

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You're kicking @$$! Thanks for posting this update. My surgery is next month and I'm taking my positive attitude along for quick recovery.

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wannabb08    17

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Glad it went so well for you. broth gets old but there are several new varieties on the shelf these days.

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TrumpetTinklers    196

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Love the continued updates, thank you!

I am on day 6 of pre - op diet ... can't wait until surgery Tuesday.

I'm nervous - but trying my best to go in with the best attitude possible... I want & need this!!

Please continue the updates!

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Willow216    91

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This last weekend was a killer for me, I was craving carbs like a maniac, I felt like picking at food all weekend. I snuck a piece of chocolate to calm me down, I know that was a no-no but now I know what a dope fiend feels like on a bender! :blink:

I need to start excercising my resistance as well as my body! LOL

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Willow216    91

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Love the continued updates, thank you!

I am on day 6 of pre - op diet ... can't wait until surgery Tuesday.

I'm nervous - but trying my best to go in with the best attitude possible... I want & need this!!

Please continue the updates!

Tomorrows your Big Day! Congratulations and Best Wishes for your healing process!

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LaVerniaMom    0

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Just a suggestion, but I made homemade chicken noodle Soup for my family tonight & I just ate the broth & the flavor was a lot more satisfying for me than just store bought broth. I had surgery 4/9/12 & dr won't allow soft foods until 4/17/12. I had to find something different. Considering making vegetable beef & doing same thing for tomorrow.

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JDHenin    165

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Just a suggestion' date=' but I made homemade chicken noodle Soup for my family tonight & I just ate the broth & the flavor was a lot more satisfying for me than just store bought broth. I had surgery 4/9/12 & dr won't allow soft foods until 4/17/12. I had to find something different. Considering making vegetable beef & doing same thing for tomorrow.[/quote']

I was on the 9th too! How are you feeling? I feel great. Just mind pain in shoulder still. Same with me on the soft food. Can start a little next week. Good luck!

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