Newbie - Surgery set for 16th October

[jen85 2]

Hi my name is Jenny and I'm 30 years old. I've struggled with my weight since I was diagnosed with pcos at 15 years of age. In the last couple of years it has gotten out of hand. I am currently the heaviest I've ever been which is both scary and disappointing. After many failed attempts of diet and exercise and months of Internet research I decided things really needed to change and I definitely needed to take my life back! My surgery date is set for 16th October. If anyone has similar dates I am interested in having a support buddy who is going to be going through or has been through the same journey.

[ShrinkingPeach 1,291]

Hi Jenny and welcome. I have already been sleeved but am wishing you the best! Good luck with your surgery and new life!

[jen85 2]

Thank you. How long ago were you sleeved? How is your journey going??

[keentraveller 0]

Hi Jenny, I don't have a date set yet but am hoping for October/November. I go back to the surgeon next week to set the date, can't wait!

[purz59 57]

I should be getting my date hopefully today, which I am hoping for last week in October.

[jen85 2]

Hi keentraveller & purz59,

Did you get your dates yet? I have 30 more days til my surgery. I start my preop diet on the 2nd.

[purz59 57]

I start my preop diet on October 19 and get surgery on October 29th. Keep us posted

[GoldCoastSleever 0]

I've just come out of my surgery on October 8th. All went very well - apart from just after the op, I've only had a bit of discomfort during the night.

Couple of recommendations for hospital -

1. face spray - I got quite flushed and found a bit of moisture really refreshed. I had a green tea spray which also smelled lovely.

2. chap stick

3 bottled Water - the hospital only gave me tap Water which smelled like chlorine (might have been extra sensitive to smells after the op)

4. if you're a coffee junkie, arrange for someone to bring you in a decent cup in the morning. It makes you feel so much better having a coffee, if that's what you're used to.

5. Dry mouth spray - I didn't get this but I was wishing I had because I went more than 30 hours without drinking (had the IV fluids but my mouth was horrid)

6. Mouthwash - again, your mouth feels like horrid so it's good to refresh every time you go to the bathroom

7. Soft toilet wipes - just in case you get diarrhoea

8. Your own pillow - anything to make you more comfy

9. Soft t-shirt nighties - you really just want something soft and comfy to wear in bed.