Struggling through complications

[reannabanana 2]

I got sleeved on Oct 8, 2015 and everything went well... Two and a half weeks later I started getting really nauseas and sick. I went to the ER twice and they said it was just side effects of surgery and I'll be fine and sent me home with nausea meds. Well fast forward two weeks I was still really sick and the meds weren't working so I went back. A fever told them I had an infection somewhere but they just had to find it. Long story short, I've been in the hospital for over a week now with a leak and an abscess and on so many meds I can't count. I'm not upset that this happened, I understand complications happen. I'm just struggling today, I am impatient and having a hard time waiting for my body to heal itself. The Dr said its a small leak and it should close itself and they'll put in a stent if it comes to it. But it looks like another 2 weeks of waiting and hospitals... Also I really miss drinking. I'm NPO and really just want to sip on some apple juice...

Ok I'll end my rant. Just looking for some encouragement

[KindaFamiliar 3,867]

G'day @@reannabanana

Sounds like a shitty couple of weeks you've had...

And another shitty couple to go...

After that tho, it's alllll good...

Your time is coming...

Good on you for not letting these complications get you down...

Honestly, you had me at "I'm not upset that this happened.... I'm just struggling today..."

Others who are unfortunate enough to go thru similar things should read your post...

You've not given up...

You've not thrown in the towel...

You've managed to see the bigger picture and for that you should be commended...

Take care reannabanana...

And stay positive...

I'm sure you will...

KindaFamiliar

P.S. - Keep us (or me) posted regarding your condition...

Hopefully it's all smooth sailing from here...

[_Kate_ 2,224]

I think Kinda said it all so I am just sending you ~~ Hugs ~~ Really hope you feel better soon x

[karen091866 120]

Praying for a smooth recovery & bounce-back for you. One thing that all / any of us on this forum need to be truly grateful for is observant, attentive surgeons and care teams - & it sounds like you're in good hands.

As a nurse of nearly 25 years (and less than 48 hours pre-op as I write this post), I know that complications can occur..and whereas scores of suregeries go off without a hitch or a hiccup, there is always going to be that "0.0001%" where someone experiences an unplanned Detour.< /p>

I will keep you in my prayers that you bounce back stronger and more determined to "master the sleeve" than you ever were before, hon. --You've got this...and you've got a world of support right HERE...whenever you need it.

[[[[[[ hugs ]]]]]]

Karen in Monroe,WA

[Pillar2butterfly 391]

kindafamiliar said it all....but prayers to you, hang in there!

[mark1733 224]

I had a leak a week after WLS and it took a little bit for them to realize the drain tube was the problem. I was like you and the fact that I wasn't mad but just wanted to get everything started. Trust me before you know it you will have dropped 100 pounds like me and forgetting about this minor setback that you're having. Hang in there

[umo 86]

Sending prayers and good thoughts your way. It will all be well.

[TinyTink 268]

So sorry you had a complication. I hope you're feeling much better very soon.

[swimbikerun 1,039]

Sending prayers here also. Sometimes it takes a bit.

[Sleeved11/13/15 9]

I've whined all day and you've been an inspiration to me in that you are going thru so much more. Hang in there! You'll have your day to shine very soon!

[debp1953 35]

@debp1953 Was wondering how you are doing now Reannabanana?