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Checking in tomorrow and starting to get really scared

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TracyBar    132

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On 3/19/2017 at 8:15 AM, vsg2266 said:

Getting to the hospital at 11 tomorrow. I'm so so nervous. It hasn't hit me until RIGHT NOW. I've felt horrible on this liquid diet, I've had such anxiety in general, and just getting over being sick, still have a cough and stuffed up nose. I'm terrified of coughing tomorrow and the pain I'll feel in my stomach when I do ): I'm not having second thoughts or anything, I think I'm more anxious like I just wanna freaking start this new life already. But I'm so worried to find out if it's gonna turn out bad or good that I'm starting to panic. I have a pretty severe paranoia disorder so my mind goes to the worst. I don't have a lot of friends who support me. I really need you guys right now. This is probably the most scared I've been in my life ):

Ask for a small pillow and press it to your belly if you need to cough. That should help...hope it has all gone well and you're recovering and happy it's over :-)

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Raynetta    6

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That's exactly when my surgery is!!! Ahhh I'll be praying for you!! Let's check in on each other!! [emoji173]️[emoji173]️[emoji173]️



Hey girl,
How did it go?
I woke up in sooooooo much pain from gas.
I feel a lot better now but the gas is still there, but not as much.


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vsg2266    21

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Hey girl,
How did it go?
I woke up in sooooooo much pain from gas.
I feel a lot better now but the gas is still there, but not as much.



They sent me home today, my surgery went perfect but I am in so much pain it's unreal. I haven't been able to get rid of any gas, and coughing feels like death. I can barely sip Water without wanting to throw up ): here's my incisions. The big one is so deep and it pulls my stomach down, ugh it hurts soo bad ): IMG_3572.JPG how are you??


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Raynetta    6

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They sent me home today, my surgery went perfect but I am in so much pain it's unreal. I haven't been able to get rid of any gas, and coughing feels like death. I can barely sip Water without wanting to throw up ): here's my incisions. The big one is so deep and it pulls my stomach down, ugh it hurts soo bad ): IMG_3572.thumb.JPG.f6a92ba41b1fd714c62d8985ac15d3f6.JPG how are you??



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i'm doing better as the day progress, but it's still some pain there. drinking Water makes me burp and i hate the fact that i have to sip instead of gulp, but here are my incisions. i have a total of 5. one is in my belly button. i just can't wait until the pain is over and i can starting seeing results. i wouldn't wish this type of pain on my worst enemy. LOL!



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xLosty    13

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I wish you both the best of luck on your journey ! <3

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Finding_Stacy    263

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Raynetta, did you try Gas-X strips? If not maybe someone can get some for you. I hear they help. I hope the pain phase will be over soon and the real journey begins!

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Crystalita83    2

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Congratulations on your surgery! I am still Pre-op and have 1 more weigh-in to go. I am also extremely nervous so it makes me feel better knowing that this is normal. I probably will be even more nervous once I get approved and get a date. Did anyone ever 2nd guess their decision due to thinking about possible complications? ?

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Raynetta    6

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Raynetta, did you try Gas-X strips? If not maybe someone can get some for you. I hear they help. I hope the pain phase will be over soon and the real journey begins!


thank you for the tip Stacy. I'm going to have someone grab some for me. this gas is no joke at all!


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TracyBar    132

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8 hours ago, vsg2266 said:


They sent me home today, my surgery went perfect but I am in so much pain it's unreal. I haven't been able to get rid of any gas, and coughing feels like death. I can barely sip Water without wanting to throw up ): here's my incisions. The big one is so deep and it pulls my stomach down, ugh it hurts soo bad ): IMG_3572.JPG how are you??

I understand walking is key to moving the gas out of your system. Do you manage to get some walking in?

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TracyBar    132

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1 hour ago, PatientEleventyBillion said:

I gotta start writing all these tips down..

Hope the surgeries went well.. can't wait until I am done with the surgery and at home myself.

Do you have a surgery date yet? How are you dealing with what life will be like after surgery? That's where I'm having the most trouble. I don't take care of myself now as far as decent nutrition and time on myself, and I know that it's going to be crucial to do so after surgery. I'm trying to put things in place to set myself up for success after surgery, and it seems that the bariatric team believe I'm going to do fine. Can't help the anxious thoughts though! No turning back once it's done, that's for sure :-) Yes, Dr. Gill will be who I see I understand, although I doubt he/she? knows you as PatientEleventyBillion so saying hello may not work. LOL

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PatientEleventyBillion    851

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25 minutes ago, TracyBar said:

Do you have a surgery date yet? How are you dealing with what life will be like after surgery? That's where I'm having the most trouble. I don't take care of myself now as far as decent nutrition and time on myself, and I know that it's going to be crucial to do so after surgery. I'm trying to put things in place to set myself up for success after surgery, and it seems that the bariatric team believe I'm going to do fine. Can't help the anxious thoughts though! No turning back once it's done, that's for sure :-) Yes, Dr. Gill will be who I see I understand, although I doubt he/she? knows you as PatientEleventyBillion so saying hello may not work. LOL

I'll pm you about my name.. it's funny because I see him again early April.

He's my surgeon and OR date is April 20. 3 month liquid diet.

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Josie1958    9

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Good Luck to you, you will be ok I had my bypass done on 27th Feb (3weeks ago), I am fine now,

I've lost 14kg in three weeks, so I'd say it's well worth it ,,,

Take care x


Regards

Josie xx

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