Hi everyone,

I have been on this forum a few months, but haven't really spoken up. I have just been like a sponge soaking up everyone's knowledge and experiences. I am so happy to say that I have been approved by BCBS for my sleeve surgery, and it will be on May 20th, which also happens to be my 8 year wedding anniversary! Anyway, I couldn't contain my excitement to start this new chapter in my life:-)

My surgery was at 9:30 am on May 20th. I just got home from the hospital. I had terrible nausea all day Tuesday and most of Wednesday. Including a lot of dry heaving, which kills. I've been dealing a bit with gas pains but the majoriy of my pain is in my upper chest from the hernia repair. My incision sites are sore, but completely manageable. I am really struggling to get in my fluids. I am allowed only plain water, broth, and sugar free jello. I will be able to add milk and pure protein on the 27th. Right now I can't imagine getting either of those down. I am happy to be on the other side of this thing and am praying to heal quickly.

I'm not the least bit physically hungry... But head hunger sucks lol... That is all

My surgery was at 9:30 am on May 20th. I just got home from the hospital. I had terrible nausea all day Tuesday and most of Wednesday. Including a lot of dry heaving, which kills. I've been dealing a bit with gas pains but the majoriy of my pain is in my upper chest from the hernia repair. My incision sites are sore, but completely manageable. I am really struggling to get in my fluids. I am allowed only plain water, broth, and sugar free jello. I will be able to add milk and pure protein on the 27th. Right now I can't imagine getting either of those down. I am happy to be on the other side of this thing and am praying to heal quickly.

Are you taking narcotics? Those would be making me nauseous

Are you taking narcotics? Those would be making me nauseous

I only took two doses of narcotics on Tuesday and have only had some tylenol since then. I knew the hydrocodone would make me more nauseous so I avoid it whenever possible. I am just trying to power through with my anti-nausea and indigestion meds. I have felt better each day. I knew nausea would be a big issue for me. Hopefully that part is now over.

Did everyone get a leak check? I was discharged yesterday afternoon but they didn't make me do a leak check. The nurse just said that if I DID have a leak, I would be having many more complications. So they just discharged me....something about that just doesnt sound right o me?

<p>Did everyone get a leak check? I was discharged yesterday afternoon but they didn't make me do a leak check. The nurse just said that if I DID have a leak, I would be having many more complications. So they just discharged me....something about that just doesnt sound right o me?</p>

I was sleeved on 4/30 and I didn't get a leak check either. So far so good. If I had known about it, I would have wanted one also. I haven't had any complications so far.

I think I would have been too scared to leave the hospital if I hadn't had the swallow (leak check). My nausea seems to have finally gone. My surgeon wanted me to stay another night because I still have quite a lot of pain but I preferred to go home and it sure is Great to be home.

Hi I had my surgery on Monday May 19 and was released on Wednessday although the gas pain was bad and I walk I encourage everyone to get a heating pad and use it, take gas x strips, and walk I just started passing gas last night and let me tell you nothing felt so good. Honestly it does get better every day. Today is day 4 and I feel 80 percent better I am passing gas I can sleep on my stomach and side as long as I have mt heating pad on and the gas is really coming out. I can't believe 3-4 ounces of water is filling me up but it is I am crushing everything pain meds and all calcium and vitamins are chewable I am spacing everything out, so far I have gotten in 6 ounces of protein but my doctor says take it slow and easy as long as everything is going in and staying in with water I'm ok. Saturday I can have cream of chicken soup without the chicken I'm looking forward to that because I hate broth now. Congrats to all of my May surgerys you can do this everyone else take one day at a time you got this . Please remember to sip gas x strip and heating pad they are a life saver.

Has anyone gotten any approval to wear something supportive around their tummy? Like even a spanx tank top or something to wrap the stomach? Just for a little extra support?

I had a leak test morning of discharge , but I hear some doctors do it at post op visit . I would call surgeon!

Hi I had my surgery on Monday May 19 and was released on Wednessday although the gas pain was bad and I walk I encourage everyone to get a heating pad and use it, take gas x strips, and walk I just started passing gas last night and let me tell you nothing felt so good. Honestly it does get better every day. Today is day 4 and I feel 80 percent better I am passing gas I can sleep on my stomach and side as long as I have mt heating pad on and the gas is really coming out. I can't believe 3-4 ounces of water is filling me up but it is I am crushing everything pain meds and all calcium and vitamins are chewable I am spacing everything out, so far I have gotten in 6 ounces of protein but my doctor says take it slow and easy as long as everything is going in and staying in with water I'm ok. Saturday I can have cream of chicken soup without the chicken I'm looking forward to that because I hate broth now. Congrats to all of my May surgerys you can do this everyone else take one day at a time you got this . Please remember to sip gas x strip and heating pad they are a life saver.

I've been passing gas since day 1 thank god lol.. It is such a relief... I am so THIRSTY. Though... Anyone else feel parched?

Anyone know how long we need to use incentive spirometer?

Anyone know how long we need to use incentive spirometer?

I was wondering the same thing. I'm still using mine bc when I take a deep breathe it hurts a little and I've been coughing some. (Especially at night)

First dr visit today. They checked my drain and removed bandages. I got clearance to take a shower today...wooohoooo!. Belly button incision stings like "aaarrrrgggghhhh". Drain wont come out until may 30 (damn drain). But so far so good. Looking forward to next week for full liquids! Walked 1/2 mile this morning.

First dr visit today. They checked my drain and removed bandages. I got clearance to take a shower today...wooohoooo!. Belly button incision stings like "aaarrrrgggghhhh". Drain wont come out until may 30 (damn drain). But so far so good. Looking forward to next week for full liquids! Walked 1/2 mile this morning.

It's truly amazing to me how different everyone's journey is. Who had pre op diets of 2-3 weeks, who has no pre op diet at all. Who has a catheter who doesn't, and the drains... It just blows my mind how different each surgeon is .

Good job on the walking , and enjoy that shower lol