Folks, by this time tomorrow surgery will be over... I'm excited and scared! In 10 days I've only managed to lose one pound on the preop diet, which is very disappointing, but I never went hungry. Everyone say a prayer for me tonight. I have to be at the hospital tomorrow at 6 am. I will post as soon as I'm able. Thanks everyone. I've learned so much on here...

Good luck, can't wait to hear how you did. (HINT: GasX strips, up to 4 at a time and walk as much as you can.

See you on the other side.

Do they give you anything for gas while in the hospital?

Good luck! I'll say a prayer and I'll be looking forward to read how you're doing

@@purz59 - I had mine in Mexico, so no they didn't. But I was also off the table quickly which helped. Dub's surgeon was kind enough to suck out the gas before they patched him up so he didn't have a problem. GasX strips do seem to work as does as much walking as you can do. Be sure to bring slip on shoes and shorts so you feel confident getting out in public Good luck

Best of luck on your surgery day!

Good luck to you even though you don't really need it, keep us posted!