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Was sleeved Monday. And today I'm having buyers remorse. I can't stop crying for some reason. Most of the gas pain is gone, but my drain is really hurting. Im supposed to have it taken out next Wednesday. But it's so uncomfortable. It hurts to breathe deeply. I'm sure it will all be worth it in the end. But today isn't a good day. I'm still swollen, and up 8 pounds since I was sleeved. I up and walking around too. I

Just a tough day, that's all. I know we all have them. sorry for the venting. I'm just out of sorts. When did you feel like yourself again?

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Hope you are feeling better and will be reaping the benefits of your "purchase" soon!

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I had my surgery on Tuesday. I have terrible gas pain feels like contractions. I don't have a drain for some reason. Not sure why. Hang in there though... I know how u feel.

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This all will soon pass, I know in the moment it seems almost unbearable. Now is the time for you to concentrate on all the benefits you will reap from this temporary discomfort. It is all so worth it. You already know this, you just need to refocus on where you are going rather than where you are at.

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It sometimes helps to remind ourselves, when we are suffering, that this is only temporary. The body has been through great trauma and needs time to heal. Be sure to drink your Water and walk as much as you can to help release the gas. Feel better!

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This pain you are feeling will be a memory soon. It's bad, I know & no one around you knows what you are going through. I didn't start to feel "normal" until about 2 weeks PO. Once this passes, you will feel better than you have in years!

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Was sleeved Monday. And today I'm having buyers remorse. I can't stop crying for some reason. Most of the gas pain is gone, but my drain is really hurting. Im supposed to have it taken out next Wednesday. But it's so uncomfortable. It hurts to breathe deeply. I'm sure it will all be worth it in the end. But today isn't a good day. I'm still swollen, and up 8 pounds since I was sleeved. I up and walking around too. I

Just a tough day, that's all. I know we all have them. sorry for the venting. I'm just out of sorts. When did you feel like yourself again?

This is the best place to vent, because we know your experience now.

Know this:

Don't focus on the 8 pounds, it will disappear.

The drain will too.

Instead think about this:

New clothes that you will have to buy.

A healthier body.

The great support system you have on this forum.

I wish you all the best "you future skinny minnie".

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You are totally normal!!! I had a complete meltdown a week after surgery as I was so overwelmed with the supplements, etc. Also I think there is really a let down after the surgery. You have been going to classes and waiting sooooo long for this and then it is over. Of course that is GOOD though. Hang in there!!

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Check your drain site for redness or drainage aroung the site. Mine did get infected, and I was in horrible pain until it was pulled. If it looks infected, go see your doctor! I started feeling myself 2 days after that was pulled. Good luck, I remember my big crying day after surgery and it was no fun, but it will get better!

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I know how you feel. I'm only 11 days out of surgery and I had some serious buyer's remorse episodes. Some people call it "mourning the loss". I suppose my loss is that I'll no longer be able to shovel large amounts of food into my mouth anymore. I sincerely loved doing that. But I was starting to disgust myself when I looked in the mirror too.

I'm starting to feel human again though, and you will too.

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Oh baby, it gets better every single day! My drain was in for one week and it felt so uncomfortable and alien. As soon as it was out I started feeling better. I am 53 and I have to admit I was emotional (hormones!) and exhausted for a good month. On the flip side I marveled at the feeling of control. It was amazing to feel little or no hunger. Ride out the next few weeks like the little engine that could...."I think I can, I think I can..." and you will! Sleeved on 4/30; wish I had done it sooner and not one regret.

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Boy did I need this post. I am feeling the same thing. I have been doing everything right for 6 days. I am losing about 2 pounds a day. But I am just sad and I miss eating something...still on Clear Liquids. I know it will get better.

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Your body is full of drugs, hormones, and fluids. This is temporary. It will pass and you will feel awesome!

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