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1 week from surgery and getting nervous!

Jeanne189

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Jeanne189    8

Jeanne189
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I've never posted on boards before but someone suggested I might find support here.

I'm one week away from band to bypass revision surgery and getting nervous! I'm anxious to get the band out due to problems I've had with it in the past four years and looking forward to the bypass to help with the weight. I do find that a few well meaning friends and family are not very supportive.

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Cervidae    2,389

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I'm sorry you aren't getting a lot of support from your friends and family. All of us here support you and understand the struggles you've had, so at least you have us. :) You're going to do great! Keep us updated on how you are doing. Are you on the pre-op diet?

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ChunkyChocolate    38

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I've never posted on boards before but someone suggested I might find support here.

I'm one week away from band to bypass revision surgery and getting nervous! I'm anxious to get the band out due to problems I've had with it in the past four years and looking forward to the bypass to help with the weight. I do find that a few well meaning friends and family are not very supportive.

We are in the same boat, my revision is scheduled for September 21, I feel like im inthis by myself which is fine!

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Jeanne189    8

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Thank you Cervidae! I'm looking forward to sharing experiences with people here !

Yes , starting my second week on the pre-op diet.

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Buh Bye    63

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You're gonna do great! I had the band to bypass on 08/11 so I'm just a month post op. I've pretty much been on my own (even self pay!) but...I can do hard things and so can you.

That's awesome you've posted on here! I'm always worried that I'm posting something dumb but.. for the most part everybody is so kind and you can get some great information and support.

Let us know if you have questions! I'm a newbie but I can share my experience. So far so good. Best of luck!

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Jeanne189    8

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Thanks all for the support! I'll keep you updated and I look forward to hearing your updates as well!

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ChunkyChocolate    38

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You're gonna do great! I had the band to bypass on 08/11 so I'm just a month post op. I've pretty much been on my own (even self pay!) but...I can do hard things and so can you.

That's awesome you've posted on here! I'm always worried that I'm posting something dumb but.. for the most part everybody is so kind and you can get some great information and support.

Let us know if you have questions! I'm a newbie but I can share my experience. So far so good. Best of luck!

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ChunkyChocolate    38

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How long is the hospital stay for revisions?

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Buh Bye    63

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For me, it was only overnight! Had my drain removed in the hospital and I was on my way. I feel sooo much better having the band out. I'm only a little over a month post op but it's amazing. Best of luck, you'll feel a lot better!!

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ChunkyChocolate    38

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You just made me feel alot better, im nervous how much weight have you loss? How long did you take off work? My doctor wants me to keep the drain for two weeks.

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Buh Bye    63

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Being nervous is so normal. I tried to not to think about what I was "really" doing because I knew it was the right decision & I was going to do it no matter what! Haha!

Anyway, I took 3 weeks off work. It seemed to be enough. I work 12 hr shifts so it would have been nice to return and just work half, 6-hour days but no matter what you'll be tired. I was glad to get back into a routine and try to feel normal again.

My drain was only in for a day but I've seen a lot of people on here who have the drain a lot longer. Mostly it's just a hassle it doesn't hurt but is uncomfortable. I also had staples but they took those out the next day too. Didn't hurt at all.

I've lost 27 lbs. I didn't lose any before prior to surgery. I've even stalled for a week... Water retention. ????

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Jeanne189    8

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Thanks to all of the support on here I realize I'm not unusual. It's ok to be nervous, but I'm looking forward to getting it done at the same time. I'm on the pre-op liquid diet which is helping to get me ready too.

I'll be in the hospital two nights.

I'm only taking two weeks from work, I hope it's going to be enough ! :-/

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Jeanne189    8

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Well, I'm home from the hospital and feeling good other than a bit sore. So glad it's done!

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Buh Bye    63

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That's so great to hear! It's nice to be on this side isn't it? Take good care of yourself and be gentle. This will be a wonderful process (not easy but that's ok!). Congrats!

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Jeanne189    8

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Hi , im 6 days post op and feeling pretty good but my belly is still pretty swollen.

How long does this last ? Should I be worried?

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