I am scheduled for February 18th. I will be first in. Wow, this process takes forever.

On 02/18/2019 at 08:10, EmzBee said:

Thanks to everyone who commented about how they're tracking post-surgery! Inspired by Idawn, here's a pic of what I've come up with to track drugs/liquids/food/exercise/mental stress prevention. I daresay I'll relax back on this as I become more familiar with the routine of meals, etc., but so far it's helping my stress levels to be so pedantic! In future, I think I'll add a column for tracking/adding up Protein, so that's easier to track day to day, too.

Yours is so much prettier than mine!

Hi! Was wondering what to expect on the morning of surgery. I'm Feb 25th. Do they weigh you befire and after? Also, do they put a catheter in? Thanks!

22 minutes ago, ldawn said:

3 hours ago, EmzBee said:

Thanks to everyone who commented about how they're tracking post-surgery! Inspired by Idawn, here's a pic of what I've come up with to track drugs/liquids/food/exercise/mental stress prevention. I daresay I'll relax back on this as I become more familiar with the routine of meals, etc., but so far it's helping my stress levels to be so pedantic! In future, I think I'll add a column for tracking/adding up Protein, so that's easier to track day to day, too.

Yours is so much prettier than mine!

Wow! I really like this tracker! Thanks for sharing. ?

My surgery is scheduled for February 25 th. Love to hear from some of you who have completed your surgery this month. How are you feeling?

On 02/18/2019 at 12:05, gabybab said:

Hi! Was wondering what to expect on the morning of surgery. I'm Feb 25th. Do they weigh you befire and after? Also, do they put a catheter in? Thanks!

I checked in and was taken back to pre op in a few minutes. I was weighed. I had to put on the super stylish gown and no slip socks and give a urine sample (pregnancy test). I was given a package of chlorhexadine wipes to wipe off my body (infection is BAD). The nurse came in and started putting my info in the system and asking basic questions. She started an iv and took vital signs. She also premedicated me with Tylenol, neurontin (for nerve pain), Celebrex (anti inflammatory), and scopolamine patch (nausea).

I was then taken to the next area to wait my turn. The surgeon came and saw me and got consent. Then the anesthesiologist came and saw me and got my health background.

Finally they were ready and I kissed my mom and they rolled me down the hall. Made a stop at the bathroom (because no catheter was needed). I got back on the bed and the anesthesiologist gave versed (anti anxiety that has amnesia effect) as we rolled down the hall. I don’t remember even making it to the OR.

1 hour ago, ldawn said:

I checked in and was taken back to pre op in a few minutes. I was weighed. I had to put on the super stylish gown and no slip socks and give a urine sample (pregnancy test). I was given a package of chlorhexadine wipes to wipe off my body (infection is BAD). The nurse came in and started putting my info in the system and asking basic questions. She started an iv and took vital signs. She also premedicated me with Tylenol, neurontin (for nerve pain), Celebrex (anti inflammatory), and scopolamine patch (nausea).

I was then taken to the next area to wait my turn. The surgeon came and saw me and got consent. Then the anesthesiologist came and saw me and got my health background.

Finally they were ready and I kissed my mom and they rolled me down the hall. Made a stop at the bathroom (because no catheter was needed). I got back on the bed and the anesthesiologist gave versed (anti anxiety that has amnesia effect) as we rolled down the hall. I don’t remember even making it to the OR.

Thank you!

On 02/18/2019 at 13:18, Goody222 said:

My surgery is scheduled for February 25 th. Love to hear from some of you who have completed your surgery this month. How are you feeling?

It's a week today for me and this is this best I've been feeling. Each day is a little better. 5 days ago I didn't think I was ever going to feel this good again. I kept having to remind myself it will get easier. Good luck on your surgery and a speedy recovery.

6 minutes ago, BlueIGT said:

t's a week today for me and this is this best I've been feeling. Each day is a little better. 5 days ago I didn't think I was ever going to feel this good again. I kept having to remind myself it will get easier. Good luck on your surgery and a speedy recovery.

That's great to hear, Blue. I'll have to keep that in mind in first few days after surgery.

Done with surgery. Have lots pain

13 minutes ago, TheMarine79 said:

Done with surgery. Have lots pain

Marine, congratulations! Rest up and feel better soon!

Sleep lots!

28 minutes ago, TheMarine79 said:

Done with surgery. Have lots pain

Nice to hear from you! Are they giving you anything for the pain?

Yes. Giving some pain meds

Yes. Giving some pain meds

You're doing well, Marine! It was probably 6pm or so before I started feeling in control of myself again--less dopey and out of it.
If you're typing, that's a great sign =)
Hope you start to feel better soon. Sending you positive thoughts!

Two more days. Thank goodness I have Ativan. They told me I can take one the morning of. I think I’ll take that advice.