Had Surgery Tuesday, figured I'd document a little for folks with upcoming surgery

[Gotalose 24]

8 hours ago, Creekimp13 said:

Jade, my incisions itch today, too:) Par for the course...the healing itch.

Thanks for the report - its nice to hear a positive experience. How are you feeling today? If you had to, could you work at a desk job for a couple of hours?

[sunbunny83 21]

I had surgery Monday and had a very similar experience. Only difference is that I couldn't drink any liquids, including ice until the day after surgery.

The only thing im struggling with is all the sweetness of the liquids. I switch between broth, G2, Jello, Water and Protein Shakes.

[Polly Pocket 83]

Thank you for this posting!

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[Jade5 58]

2 hours ago, Gotalose said:

Thanks for the report - its nice to hear a positive experience. How are you feeling today? If you had to, could you work at a desk job for a couple of hours?

Not at this point, I'm doing all it takes to just remember to drink the right amount of water....ugh

[Creekimp13 5,841]

Gotalose... I'm feeling good, and could probably handle a couple hours of desk work...but it would have to be pretty simple stuff. Keep in mind...for three days I had clear liquid with no calories, and now I'm getting about 400 calories a day from Protein Shakes in addition to more clear liquid. It's hard to make your brain function well with so few calories coming in. You could do some simple work, but I wouldn't suggest anything challenging or stressful. (or anything that would result in big problems if you screwed it up a little)

[Airhead 6]

Just what I needed to see today. I'm due for surgery at 7:30 tomorrow morning and getting a little anxious - but I'm ready. I LOVED (and copied) your little line about recovery jobs - Walk, Sip, Suck, Rinse Repeat. Made me laugh.

Thank you for sharing. Good luck with recovery! Sounds like you're off to a great start!

[{.Narin.} 34]

Thank you so much for sharing! It really helps

Congrats on your new stomach and wishing you a speedy recovery and lots pounds falling off

[Helen of LaCroix 15]

Thanks for the insight! I'm just starting the process for insurance approval and have been stalking a ton of blogs and forums for information and answers. This was really helpful! congrats on your progress!

[kjallen 15]

Thank you so much for sharing. I am scheduled for January 24th. I am getting very anxious, but your post helped me really understand what’s to come.

We share the same surgery date. Best wishes.[emoji4]

[saltykisses 27]

Just what I needed to see today. I'm due for surgery at 7:30 tomorrow morning and getting a little anxious - but I'm ready. I LOVED (and copied) your little line about recovery jobs - Walk, Sip, Suck, Rinse Repeat. Made me laugh.
Thank you for sharing. Good luck with recovery! Sounds like you're off to a great start!

How are you feeling today?!!!

[sleeve-worthy2017 20]

Good day, this was an excellent post. I am on my 5th day of the pre-op diet, and this was very descriptive and definitely appreciated.

[GoddessMoon 108]

Congrats!! Loved the play by play!

[Icsmallpeople 8]

Thanks for sharing your experiences with us. I learn a bunch from these.