Sleeve Gastrectomy sched 2/18/14 - looking for a buddy

[NittanyLion 4]

Not needing anyone local and I promise not to abuse.

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

Just wanted to say hello. My husband sleeved 12/2, me on 11/18, and life is fantastic. You will find many friends here as you encounter everything Best of luck.

[1Day1Life4Now 882]

Hi Gary, I'm being sleeved on Monday Feb. 10th. I can't wait. I would love to share the process with you. Just PM me. Have you completed all of your preliminary hurdles? I'm on my pre-op diet and getting all of my post-surgery supplies together. One more week to go.... it's been a long awaited surgery for me. What is your story?

[NittanyLion 4]

Hi Gary, I'm being sleeved on Monday Feb. 10th. I can't wait. I would love to share the process with you. Just PM me. Have you completed all of your preliminary hurdles? I'm on my pre-op diet and getting all of my post-surgery supplies together. One more week to go.... it's been a long awaited surgery for me. What is your story?

Hi! Thx for the connection. Start my pre-surgical diet Tuesday. Been through all the hurdles. I have most of what is needed pre/post-op. My journey started in June 2013. Struggled with my weight my entire life. I am nervous and anxious. I know there will be challenges in the beginning after surgery. But, I am so looking forward to a new life.

Good luck with your surgery. I will be preying for you and sending positive energy your direction.

Gary

[Lynnc121 143]

I am also 7 days pre op diet. My surgery is February 10th. I am nervous today. Can't seem to focus on what I need to do. It's been a journey. Will be glad to be 3-4 months down the road! Let's stay in touch as we begin this wonderful new life.

[NittanyLion 4]

I am also 7 days pre op diet. My surgery is February 10th. I am nervous today. Can't seem to focus on what I need to do. It's been a journey. Will be glad to be 3-4 months down the road! Let's stay in touch as we begin this wonderful new life.

Will do! Good Luck.........

[NittanyLion 4]

Just wanted to say hello. My husband sleeved 12/2, me on 11/18, and life is fantastic. You will find many friends here as you encounter everything Best of luck.

Hi Linda,

Thank you for reaching out! The positive stories are so helpful....

Any advise that may help prepare for the 1st week post-op? did u or your husband have any complications you would be willing to share?

Gary

[keish_lorraine 190]

I'm still pre-op. My surgery will be with a Chrias doctor as well. Dr. Irgau will be performing my sleeve surgery.

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

Just wanted to say hello. My husband sleeved 12/2, me on 11/18, and life is fantastic. You will find many friends here as you encounter everything Best of luck.

Hi Linda,

Thank you for reaching out! The positive stories are so helpful....

Any advise that may help prepare for the 1st week post-op? did u or your husband have any complications you would be willing to share?

Gary

Glad to help Gary! My husband was sleeved 12/2 and doing great at 2 months post op. He read about the sleeve and viewed videos while I am the writer, and ended up here for advice. He is 6'1", was 320 lbs. His life consisted of going a month on broth and Crystal Light and massive amounts of fruit to keep his blood sugar up, losing 20 lbs, gaining 30. Overweight since a baby. He is 65. He has had a heart stent, diabetic 30+ years, sleep apnea, HBP (3 meds), back and leg problems. 10 years ago we started seminars. He was afraid to have the surgery, I was afraid if he didn't, and the doctor agreed with me. He did great with the sleeve, hardly any pain after 1 night in the hospital. He is off one BP med, and has had no fruit since surgery, no sweets to keep him conscious through the night. He has lowered the insulin dose. No snacking required to keep the blood sugar up. Post op 3 weeks we were on shakes and liquids. Our doctor urged, Don't eat 3 meals a day, do not eat unless you are hungry! It works. You will find post op that the broth, shakes, SF apple cider, SF popsicles, are your mainstays, but you kinda want to get to that 3 or 4 week mushies stage. When you get to different stages here, just ask, and everyone will jump in with answers! Take it easy and rest the week after surgery. Keep your mind occupied. No lifting for a few weeks! You will experience that head hunger you read about here, because we are used to being hungry. But relax and distract yourself, just Water sometimes. We both agree we feel no hunger pains. Unbelievable. This surgery will transform you and your life. It was 10 times easier than we expected, just the unknown is what scares you! Best of luck to you!

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

Gary, the only problem my husband had was a prostate problem with the catheter. It had nothing to do with the sleeve. Sleeve was a piece of cake!

[NittanyLion 4]

Glad to help Gary! My husband was sleeved 12/2 and doing great at 2 months post op. He read about the sleeve and viewed videos while I am the writer, and ended up here for advice. He is 6'1", was 320 lbs. His life consisted of going a month on broth and Crystal Light and massive amounts of fruit to keep his blood sugar up, losing 20 lbs, gaining 30. Overweight since a baby. He is 65. He has had a heart stent, diabetic 30+ years, sleep apnea, HBP (3 meds), back and leg problems. 10 years ago we started seminars. He was afraid to have the surgery, I was afraid if he didn't, and the doctor agreed with me. He did great with the sleeve, hardly any pain after 1 night in the hospital. He is off one BP med, and has had no fruit since surgery, no sweets to keep him conscious through the night. He has lowered the insulin dose. No snacking required to keep the blood sugar up. Post op 3 weeks we were on shakes and liquids. Our doctor urged, Don't eat 3 meals a day, do not eat unless you are hungry! It works. You will find post op that the broth, shakes, SF apple cider, SF popsicles, are your mainstays, but you kinda want to get to that 3 or 4 week mushies stage. When you get to different stages here, just ask, and everyone will jump in with answers! Take it easy and rest the week after surgery. Keep your mind occupied. No lifting for a few weeks! You will experience that head hunger you read about here, because we are used to being hungry. But relax and distract yourself, just Water sometimes. We both agree we feel no hunger pains. Unbelievable. This surgery will transform you and your life. It was 10 times easier than we expected, just the unknown is what scares you! Best of luck to you!

Thank you so much!

Gary

[NittanyLion 4]

I'm still pre-op. My surgery will be with a Chrias doctor as well. Dr. Irgau will be performing my sleeve surgery.

Hi Lorraine,

Glad to hear. Nice to have someone local. Do you have a surgery date? How are you feeling about the surgery?

Tx,

Gary

[keish_lorraine 190]

I'm still pre-op. My surgery will be with a Chrias doctor as well. Dr. Irgau will be performing my sleeve surgery.

Hi Lorraine,

Glad to hear. Nice to have someone local. Do you have a surgery date? How are you feeling about the surgery?

Tx,

Gary

I don't have a surgery date yet. I probably won't be scheduled for surgery until June or July. I'm nervous about surgery. I look forward to learning on this new journey though.