Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

I am scared two days before the sleeve!



Recommended Posts

...see all went well ... and shortly you won't remember any pain (gas or otherwise), just the wonders the sleeve has for you!!! Congrats!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Happy to hear you are out and doing OK. You will be well on your way in the next few days....walk walk walk and then walk some more, the gas will go away. Keep us updated and welcome to the sleeve family !!!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Please do not freak out any more than you have to. No need.

I was very apprehensive Saturday. Surgery was Tuesday. I wondered if I was making a good decision. Did I pick the right surgery, as the surgeon was open to either sleeve or bypass. I thought about dying on the table. No partner, no children. Would I only be remembered as the fat woman who wouldn't lose weight with will power, who died on the table?

So much fear. That's why i said only freak out as much as you have to.

This surgery is not like getting your nails done. Call in one day get them done on the next. No this is something you have thought about and talked about for quite awhile. Tests, meetings, dr's appointments...you have gone. Through a great deal to get here. Trust your decision and go for it.

Take a deep breath. Trust in yourself and the professionals that will surround you before, during, and after surgery. Be at peace.

Good luck!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Ok.... Three days post ops... Left the hospital today ... Sipping Water and eating jello... So far not bad... Walking is great help for the gas... Thanks for the advice.!!!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Glad to hear you're doing well. Please keep us posted on your progress! :)

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • rlcpd

      Two months out from hiatal hernia repair.  Surgeon said to expect a lot more flatulence...something about the 'air' no longer being able to 'burp' out so comes out the other end.  That is my experience but have no understanding of why that swallowed air cannot be 'burped'. ???
      · 1 reply
      1. BlondePatriotInCDA

        As I understand it since your stomach is smaller and not completely resting against your diaphragm anymore you no longer have the ability to "push" burps out as well. Plus, since its smaller and we don't digest slower the trapped air moves a lot quicker out of the stomach so its no longer available to burp out. Hence the other option for removal.

    • Lizette1122

      Anyone had the TORe procedure? How did it go? How much weight did you loose? 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • LadyVeteran1

      Sleeve surgery is on April 14th.  I am counting the days!!  Can't wait!
      · 3 replies
      1. Brookie2shoes

        Me too girl!! Are you in the full liquid diet right now? It’s sooooo hard!

      2. LadyVeteran1

        Not yet. I was told I only have to do 24 hours of a liquid diet. But I have my pre-op tomorrow so I’m going to confirm if I need to do longer.

      3. buildabetteranna

        Your so close now! It's gonna be great :) Wishing you a speedy recovery and looking forward to seeing how it goes!

    • buildabetteranna

      Down 33 lbs and slightly stalled, but I'm gonna reevaluate and push through. I started back to work last week after 2 years of being disabled due to mental health as well as my weight. It's a great job and I'm just so happy to have this opportunity at a second chance at life. Hope everyone is having their best journey ❤️ Together, we got this!
      · 2 replies
      1. DaisyChainOz

        Great work Anna! Keep it up 😁

      2. buildabetteranna

        Thank you ❤️

    • Bashbee91

      Hey guys new to the process looking forward to this new life. 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×