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Anybody in here sceduled for surgery this MONTH?

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Get.Waisted    45

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For anyone who has been sleeved already this month I wanted to know if someone could kind of walk me through the process once you get to the hospital. My surgery is on 4/23 and I'm a stickler for detail, it's driving me crazy that I don't know what to expect. I know hospitals operate differently but just would like to hear other experiences on what happens between checking in and actually being rolled into the E.R...

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JustMeJFD    32

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For anyone who has been sleeved already this month I wanted to know if someone could kind of walk me through the process once you get to the hospital. My surgery is on 4/23 and I'm a stickler for detail, it's driving me crazy that I don't know what to expect. I know hospitals operate differently but just would like to hear other experiences on what happens between checking in and actually being rolled into the E.R...

My arrival was pretty strait forward. I had done the pre op the day before and took care of payment. So on surgery day they took me to a bed with a curtain around it and gave me a gown to change into. Then they started my iv, put the heart monitor pads on, and bp cuff. Several people came by with more paperwork and asking me what i was here for to make sure i understand. But my surgeon was running late so that was the worst part! Just waiting! I'm thinking hey i could just get out of here and have some pancakes! Lol. Of course i did not do that. When he arrived they came and got me. Gave me some iv med to get me started and asked me to swallow some medicine. I remember getting to the or and that's it. Next thing I know I'm in recovery burping like crazy. Pain from the gas and nausea.

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ShaRocSha    8

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For anyone who has been sleeved already this month I wanted to know if someone could kind of walk me through the process once you get to the hospital. My surgery is on 4/23 and I'm a stickler for detail, it's driving me crazy that I don't know what to expect. I know hospitals operate differently but just would like to hear other experiences on what happens between checking in and actually being rolled into the E.R...

My process was pretty fast. My surgery was scheduled for 1130am on 4/17 and I arrived by 9am to start the processing. Once I arrived I was taken to a lab tech room where I was asked what procedure I was having and needed to verify my name and birthday. Once I got through with questions, I was told to take all my clothing off and put on a hospital gown with white compression stockings. Afterwards a nurse asked me to pee in a cup to validate not being pregnant for the anesthesia doc. Once that was cleared I was then threaded for an IV. My doctor and nurse came in to answer any last questions. After they left I was escorted to the operating table (yes I had to walk lol). Once I made it to my room I was given some soothing medicine through my IV. The surgery assistant placed an oxygen masked over my nose where I then fell off to a deep sleep.

I awoke in the recovery room soar and out of it. I asked for something for the pain. I was taken to my personal room fot further maintenance. The surgery as a result was very successful and fast. My team of nurses made me very comfortable and answered all my questions. That same night I was walking with one of the nurses in order to ensure the best recovery.

The next day I went to an xray room and had to drink a clear Fluid to determine if there were any leaks in my sleeve. Upon passing this test I was brought broth and Jello for Breakfast. A few hours went by and the catheter which was placed while under was finally removed. I had to void or use the restroom on my own before I would be discharged. It took me a while to use the bathroom but as soon as I did... I was discharge! Hope this helps!

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Get.Waisted    45

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Thx so much JustMe and Sha! I'm glad I know what to possible expect, that helps a lot. I've read so much about the actual procedure and the after care but then I realized I didn't know that to expect before. Most ppl don't care too much about that part but I guess I'm a weirdo like that lok

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BRG    39

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April 24th! :-)

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BRG    39

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I am scheduled on the 24th.

Me too!

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Sunnybaby    95

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Yes, April Sleevers, don't leave me out!

My date is April 30th!

I am also on the 30th!

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ajs    22

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I'm April 11th! <br> Flying to San Diego tomorrow.<br> I can't believe in two days I'll be POST-op! <br> So very nervous!

Hi how are you doing?? Hope everything went well!!

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ajs    22

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I'm April 11th!

Flying to San Diego tomorrow.

I can't believe in two days I'll be POST-op!

So very nervous!

I am also scheduled for tomorrow !
Hi how are you doing?

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KeeWee    470

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I'm a ball of nerves...I've been having overactive anxiety issues for the first time since this process began. I have 3 more days. I pray for no complications and a stellar recovery for myself and all to follow..

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GoalInProgress    10

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Hi mamadeb, how are you doing?

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Lisa00    14

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Surgery in 3 day's (April 23rd). I am so nervous and excited to begin this new chapter in my life. Good luck to all who is having surgery this month. WTG to those who have already had surgery this month.

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    • Alisa_S

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      On day 4 of the 2 week liquid pre-op diet. Surgery scheduled for June 11th.
      Soooo I am coming to a realization
      of something and I'm not sure what to do about it. For years the only thing I've enjoyed is eating. We rarely do anything or go anywhere and if we do it always includes food. Family comes over? Big family dinner! Go camping? Food! Take a short ride or trip? Food! Holiday? Food! Go out of town for a Dr appointment? Food! When we go to a new town we don't look for any attractions, we look for restaurants we haven't been to. Heck, I look forward to getting off work because that means it's almost supper time. Now that I'm drinking these pre-op shakes for breakfast, lunch, and supper I have nothing to look forward to.  And once I have surgery on June 11th it'll be more of the same shakes. Even after pureed stage, soft food stage, and finally regular food stage, it's going to be a drastic change for the rest of my life. I'm giving up the one thing that really brings me joy. Eating. How do you cope with that? What do you do to fill that void? Wow. Now I'm sad.
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    • Alisa_S

      Alisa_S

      On day 4 of the 2 week liquid pre-op diet. Surgery scheduled for June 11th.
      Soooo I am coming to a realization
      of something and I'm not sure what to do about it. For years the only thing I've enjoyed is eating. We rarely do anything or go anywhere and if we do it always includes food. Family comes over? Big family dinner! Go camping? Food! Take a short ride or trip? Food! Holiday? Food! Go out of town for a Dr appointment? Food! When we go to a new town we don't look for any attractions, we look for restaurants we haven't been to. Heck, I look forward to getting off work because that means it's almost supper time. Now that I'm drinking these pre-op shakes for breakfast, lunch, and supper I have nothing to look forward to.  And once I have surgery on June 11th it'll be more of the same shakes. Even after pureed stage, soft food stage, and finally regular food stage, it's going to be a drastic change for the rest of my life. I'm giving up the one thing that really brings me joy. Eating. How do you cope with that? What do you do to fill that void? Wow. Now I'm sad.
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      1. summerseeker

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        Life as a big person had limited my life to what I knew I could manage to do each day. That was eat. I hadn't anything else to look forward to. So my eating choices were the best I could dream up. I planned the cooking in managable lots in my head and filled my day with and around it.

        Now I have a whole new big, bigger, biggest, best days ever. I am out there with those skinny people doing stuff i could never have dreamt of. Food is now an after thought. It doesn't consume my day. I still enjoy the good home cooked food but I eat smaller portions. I leave food on my plate when I am full. I can no longer hear my mother's voice saying eat it all up, ther are starving children in Africa who would want that!

        I still cook for family feasts, I love cooking. I still do holidays but I have changed from the All inclusive drinking and eating everything everyday kind to Self catering accommodation. This gives me the choice of cooking or eating out as I choose. I rarely drink anymore as I usually travel alone now and I feel I need to keep aware of my surroundings.

        I don't know at what point my life expanded, was it when I lost 100 pounds? Was it when I left my walking stick at home ? Was it when I said yes to an outing instead of finding an excuse to stay home ? i look back at my last five years and wonder how loosing weight has made such a difference. Be ready to amaze yourself.

        BTW, the liquid diet sucks, one more day and you are over the worst. You can do it.

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      Three months and four days ago... I was in Costa Rica having a life changing surgery! Yesterday we had a followup visit with Dr. Esmeral via video chat and this morning my middle number changed.  I'm down 47lbs and two pants sizes. I can wear a Large tshirt for the first time in like... 14 years! Woot!! Everything is going great. I have zero regrets. I went down to the riverwalk with a friend and walked 2 miles on Monday without even getting fatigued. And no more snoring or chugging pickle juice for crazy leg cramps! I need to go to the gym more... I'm making new shirts next week so that will motivate me. LOL But I'm also just not as TIRED all the time! I have a LONG way to go...but seeing the progress on the scales and in the mirror is a huge motivator!! Thank you all for cheering me on and supporting me!!
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