A New Day

[Onward 40]

Oh man, Mariah. I am so sorry. Do you stay on pre op diet while waiting? How are you coping through the delay?

[blissfulbeing 84]

Overwhelmingly frustrated...was at the surgery center this morning ready to be called back when they told me surgery was cancelled because the surgeon was sick. All the prep- mentally and physically- just to be sent home. Waiting for a reschedule date. Sad.

Oh my gosh.. That must have been HORRIBLE! I am so sorry to hear that. What happens now?

[Mariah13 33]

They are going to squeeze me tomorrow....so thankful I only had to wait not her 48 hours! I was religious on the pre-op diet and honestly didn't know how much longer I could take it! Theses of you who have had it done, you know what it feels like in the waiting room...then to have the, tell you to go home and continue prep. I was devastated! Trying to keep everything in perspective and keep a positive state of mind! Thanks for all your support! I love reading everyone's trials, tribulations, and success stories!

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Glad they are squeezing you in. Waiting rooms can be a pain in the rear. It's one of the reasons why I actually prefer those super early OR times. Thing are less likely to get bumped or delayed.

Hang in there for one more day, you're almost there!

[blissfulbeing 84]

@@Mariah13 - you have been so brave through this big bump in the plan! I'm so glad they can fit you in so soon! Hang in there.. It'll be here before you know it! Let us know how you're doing once you're feeling up to it.

[blissfulbeing 84]

Remember to check in, everyone! Would be great to hear how you are all doing!

[Onward 40]

Can't wait to hear how you're doing, Mariah!

[Avhick 54]

Had my first post op appointment yesterday. My start weight seven months ago was 320. My weight the day of surgery was 292. My weight at the dr office yesterday was 277. Felt really good. Dr. Said my fatigue is probably caused by a little bit of dehydration. He suggestion I do my fluids plus one liter of pedialite. Other than that he had no concerns and things seem to be progressing well. (: Hope everyone else is doing well!!!!

[Mariah13 33]

Hi All, thank you for checking on me! The surgery and recovery has been surprisingly good! No gas really, no nausea, just a dull throbbing pain in my stomach (especially area where stomach was pulled through), Getting up and sitting down is rough but manageable. I really really hope I am going through the worst of it now and that it doesn't hit me in a couple days or week! One day at a time!

Thanks again to all who have checked on me.... I love our circle of supporters!

[Avhick 54]

@Mariah13. So glad everything went well. Glad you are tolerating things well. I look forward to hearing about you're progress

[Mariah13 33]

Hello ladies, I am on Day 2 post op (surgery was Wed morning) and I now am in horrible pain! Standing up and sitting down my body just screams...is this normal? Going to the bathroom makes me cry to get on and off toilet. I'm assuming after a major surgery it is but want some reassurance. Thanks!

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Sounds like the anesthesia and pain meds from the hospital have worn off. Some soreness is to be expected. If you feel you need something to take the edge off call your doctor and have them prescribe something. You need to move at least once an hour to keep your muscles strong and help get rid of any residual gas. It's okay to need a little something for pain.

[Avhick 54]

Hello Mariah

I was in pain after the procedure. The key for me was to stay ahead of the pain ie take the pain medications continuously for the first few days then taper off gradually. That really helped me keep the pain under control. Besides the pain i had really bad fatigue and nausea. Like taking a shower just wore me out. Things will get better hang in there!!!!!!!!

[Avhick 54]

Ok having a little problem maybe someone can have an answer. Had some eggs and Beans for dinner tonight. Tolerated ok while I was eating. However now I'm feeling sick like i want to vomit and am getting thick saliva. This happen to anyone????

[jnflud 10]

I've heard eggs can be really hard on some ppl and they have reactions like that, maybe wait a little longer before you try them again