Hey all!! I feel like we've slacked off I miss you all!

So, here's my update... I'm 5 days post-op and feeling AWESOME. I told my uncle that I felt like a million bucks, and wasn't exaggerating at all. Now if you asked me if I would feel like a million bucks by 5 days while I was in the hospital...I'd say HELL NO. Had horrible nausea in the hospital that took a mix of three different meds at different times to even get remotely under control so I could drink 4 oz in 8 hours. But, I was motivated to work hard on my 2nd full day to get enough liquid down to go home.

Just walking in my front door was awesome. I felt so much relief. The only set back I've had is horrid constipation. My 2nd night home, I ended up in Urgent Care as I had wore out all my remaining stomach muscles trying to pass what had built up in my bowels. It's still a bit of a struggle, but my UC Doc and my Surgeon worked together to prescribe some colon clean out juice that I'm taking until my 1 week follow-up. Hopefully I'll get some more direction on Tuesday.

As far as meds...I'm down to one anti-nausea pill and prilosec in the morning. Haven't had any pain medication in over 24 hours, even liquid tylenol. I've been taking my three, ten minute walks religiously. Today, I stepped it up and my third walk ended up being a 20 minute mile. I jammed out to my ipod and just went to town!

I just hope all of you are having as good of an experience as I am. Let's open this discussion back up!!!!!

I'm excited to have some new friends to talk to who can relate to all of the changes and challenges.

I'm Stacy. I had my surgery on May 8th. Just started back to work this week. I was exhausted after the first day, but it feels good to get back to a "normal" routine. I'm down 31 pounds and I feel great!

Hi - I had surgery this past Monday, June 25th, in Mexico with Dr. Aceves. I'm home in the Twin Cities, and feeling GREAT. It was a fantastic experience. I was able to go back to work yesterday (4 days post op) but of course I have an easy desk job, so not much different than sitting at home.

Hey everyone! Glad your surgeries went well! I'm waiting to hear the date of mine....don't know why they take so long to let you know! Hope this forum stays somewhat active.

Hi all,

I'm in Woodbury, getting ready for my surgery at Abbott on 2/19. Did anyone else have their surgery there? I'm excited that so many of you have had good experiences immediately post-op. I was worried that two weeks off from work wouldn't be enough. I'm a supervisor in a hospital so I sit at a computer, but I also walk around a lot too.

Did any of you struggle with whether or not to tell your co-workers you were having this surgery? I only told a few close friends at work, but I know in a couple months it will be obvious, (kinda like being pregnant, everyone finds out eventually). I'm not sure how comfortable I am with divulging all of this in a professional setting.

I've been pretty open about it. The truth comes out eventually. But I understand the thought of keeping quiet as well - it is a private thing. I've had nothing but support, so I'd encourage being open about it.

I was back at work 4 days post-op. Walking is good for you... i will say that I felt tired for a few weeks, but otherwise was fine. Everyone is different though.

We have a Twin Cities B-Pal Sleevers group that meets once a month. We shuffle between St Louis Park, Fridley and now Roseville. We are a pretty small group and very supportive of each other's successes!

This Saturday, February 21st - we are meeting at Good Earth restaurant in Roseville at 10am. Everyone is welcome to join us.

Lori (Go4itLori)

Text/call: 952-270-5239

I am canceling tomorrow's (3/22) Sleevers get together at 1pm at Jason's Deli in Edina.

The weatherman is predicting 3-5 inches if snow tomorrow. I plan to stay home and clean out closets. I am finally able to donate my 20W clothing to Clothes Mentor. Yeah!

I will reschedule our get together for the Sunday after Easter.

Happy shoveling!!

Lori

Let's get together in May anyone interested

Just joined. Any online forums to meet?