Hi everyone!

First off, thank you to all the people who shared their stories on this forum. Your information, personal stories, before/after pictures are what truly gave me the courage to have this surgery.

I entered the hospital on Monday Aug 18 weighing in at 398.2 pounds. I felt gross and exhausted. Surgery was scheduled for 11:30am but didn't get started until 1:10pm. By 2pm I was in recovery, whimpering in pain (I'm a bit of a wuss). I had some touch and go blood pressure moments but otherwise all was well.

I was released on Wednesday and have been home ever since. As of today, I feel awesome with tons of energy. I have also lost 20 pounds! (In a week!!! unheard of!!!!)

Anyway, Thanks again!

(Sorry, I was never a writer and don't do well telling stories)

How long were you in pain for??

HI there.

Congrats to you! You're doing great. Hold on to your hat - you're in for a wild ride.

Fair warning - you may run the full spectrum on emotions in the next few weeks. Just ride it out - embrace this change you made in your life!

Check in here often - there is a ton of support here for you!

Best of luck.

How long were you in pain for??

Probably 20-30 minutes. It was right when I woke up. My blood pressure was spiking and dropping so they couldn't give me any medicine right away. Every single person in the hospital was surprised that I was in that much pain so I doubt it's normal.

HI there.

Congrats to you! You're doing great. Hold on to your hat - you're in for a wild ride.

Fair warning - you may run the full spectrum on emotions in the next few weeks. Just ride it out - embrace this change you made in your life!

Check in here often - there is a ton of support here for you!

Best of luck.

Thanks so much! I definitely will!

Congratulations on starting your journey. As long as you follow the plan provided by your surgeon and NUT you will do just fine. I wish you all the best.

_{Congrats on making it through the first week. Sounds like it's the toughest. It's all downhill from here (little weight loss pun for you)!}