Ok everyone since we are getting close to December I figured I would go ahead and start us up a post op thread

I had my surgery on Dec. 6. I did pretty well' date=' other than being uncomfortable. Then last night, I was up sick all night. I'm scared to eat or drink anything now.[/quote']

I was like that day 4 too. I'm much better now. Just try to get in as much water as you can. Today is day 6 postop and I'm getting better every day.

Lisa :-) surgery date: Dec. 4th, 2012

Alright I just got the wind knocked out of me..,putting dog out and he knocked me off my feet. I caught myself but twisted a little bit. I have some more pain but the incisions are intact. Am I going to be okay? I think I was more scared than hurt. Advice please

Alright I just got the wind knocked out of me..' date='putting dog out and he knocked me off my feet. I caught myself but twisted a little bit. I have some more pain but the incisions are intact. Am I going to be okay? I think I was more scared than hurt. Advice please[/quote']

You should be ok. Keep an eye on those incisions and if the pain increases or stays at the same level for too long call ur surgeon.

Lisa :-) surgery date: Dec. 4th, 2012

I agree with everyone about the food. I definitely notice a difference in the way things are going down. I find myself paying really close attention to the sensations that I feel, with the foods I'm allowed to have. I haven't had any problems with nausea. Burp a lot, but don't feel overly gassy, which I find can be a warning to take it easy. I have been wearing a binder on my abdomen which has stopped all bleeding and oozing and allows me to get around easier. So for me it was a rocky start but now 6 days out I'm feeling so much better. No scale at home, so next weigh-in will be Friday at my post-op.

Thinking of all of you, pre- and post-op buddies!

I had to stay 5 nights due to low hemoglobin. I bled a lot. But finally I am getting much better. Wishing you the best of success.

Wow, I've bled a lot in and out of the hospital and my hemoglobin acted like nothing had happened....LOL

Yes' date=' I'm glad it's out too. I'm p,eased to hear the bypass is better. I'm hearing horror tales lately and I'm a bit shaky on it now. One week, one day to,go.....yay! New life here I come[/quote']

I me too have read the bad stories of bypass. I mentioned it to my Dr and he told me to stop searching the Internet. So I did after I found this site. I think the horror stories come from those who didn't follow the regimen after the surgery.

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So' date=' surgery 12/13 and I am kind of freaking out, but kinda numb. Anyone else feel like this beforehand? Omg.[/quote']

Yes I did, but its just the beginning of an awesome journey!!!! I won't lie the day after was horrible but each day thereafter got better and better!!

I me too have read the bad stories of bypass. I mentioned it to my Dr and he told me to stop searching the Internet. So I did after I found this site. I think the horror stories come from those who didn't follow the regimen after the surgery.

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I had my surgery at 9 am on December 3, 2012...,I HAD AND AM STILL HAVING MASSIVE COMPLICATIONS ((ICU 4 days and still in the hospital)) so it's not just people who don't listen to the doctors who have problems I didnt even get out of the operation room without massive issues

I had my surgery at 9 am on December 3' date=' 2012...,I HAD AND AM STILL HAVING MASSIVE COMPLICATIONS ((ICU 4 days and still in the hospital)) so it's not just people who don't listen to the doctors who have problems I didnt even get out of the operation room without massive issues[/quote']

I had no issues and most don't. But a few do and it isn't usually diet related, like Southern. My aunt was in ICU for 7 weeks then rehab for 2 months after that. She was never able to go home to mess a diet up. In her case I believe she had the worst surgeon on earth. She is trying to sue and has a good case. He put in a feeding tube in a completely wrong location. That's just one thing he did wrong.

Lisa :-) surgery date: Dec. 4th, 2012

I had my surgery at 9 am on December 3' date=' 2012...,I HAD AND AM STILL HAVING MASSIVE COMPLICATIONS ((ICU 4 days and still in the hospital)) so it's not just people who don't listen to the doctors who have problems I didnt even get out of the operation room without massive issues[/quote']

Simply Southern How are you ?

Wow, I've bled a lot in and out of the hospital and my hemoglobin acted like nothing had happened....LOL

My body just produces a lot of fluid. It's a bit frustrating. But apparently some patients just react that way. This meant that I had to stay in the hospital for five nights plus I have to keep the surgical drain for an extra week. The drainage is getting less bloody every day (this is a good sign). I am hoping to get rid of the drain on Monday. Otherwise, I actually feel great. I am able to eat solid food - such as grilled salmon or chicken as long as I chew it well. I have found that since I am eating protein in the form of solid food, I am losing more weight and feeling much better. The extra protein has literally strengthened me. But I also have found out that i no longer can tolerate any dairy at all. I think that I am lactose intolerant as a result of the surgery.

Wishing you success!

I am having a pretty rough day been in alot of pain they think I might have a small start of pneumonia and during the 7.5 hour bypass I had where they were trying to fix my complication my liver may have got knicked and might need to go in and fix... I just miss my baby boys I am on my crying fit today

Ok guys and girls if you are not on my surgery on this forum please let me know a date and time so I can get you added asap please and thank you <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

Please add me! I go in dec 29th!! Yikes :/

I had my surgery at 9 am on December 3' date=' 2012...,I HAD AND AM STILL HAVING MASSIVE COMPLICATIONS ((ICU 4 days and still in the hospital)) so it's not just people who don't listen to the doctors who have problems I didnt even get out of the operation room without massive issues[/quote']

I understand it is a major surgery and have read you have had complications. But I pray that your complications get cleared or fixed up ASAP so that you can get home to your family and on the healthy path. I meant after surgery the stories from people I have read on the net weren't good. When we sign up for this surgery we never know how our body is going to react with all that it goes thru. Some people sail thru while others develop complications. We all hope that we are on the side w/out complications but we never know until we go thru it. Complications are horrible. But I hope u get out, heal properly, and make all your goals. That way you can look back and say. "I went thru the worse experience but cuz of it I made my goals and I feel great" that is what I hope for everyone; that they are able to make their goals and keep up the great job and weight down :-)

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Simply southern I am praying for you to get well and strong fast and get home to your babies. It's a risk we all take having major surgery but I'm sorry you're having to deal with such difficult consequences. In a year it will only be a memory and you'll have a new life with your family- it's all worth it- stay strong!!