I am having VSG on July 7. Still feels so far away.

I am 3 days post op and on the liquid diet, which isn’t so bad at the minute. Nothing tastes the same and I def don’t feel myself. I keep getting a pain in my chest like rising air bubbles, makes me feel like I want to burp. I don’t know if I am over thinking things. Have started taking meds and had to do my first tummy injection yesterday which is horrific. Did have second thoughts on day two in hospital thinking was this the right thing to do??? In a very strange place, but it’s encouraging to see some positive comments on her. Feel very much alone in this journey ?

On 07/23/2020 at 05:34, Repeatingthoughts said:

I cant sleep! I have to leave my apartment by 430 AM. Whats the point of sleeping ahh. Good luck to everyone who is having surgery today. Speedy recovery. Cheers to a healthier version of us :hugs:

Good luck! Fingers crossed for you!

Thank you ☺️ @AlishaD. I hope you feel better soon.


I’m here. Sooo soo excited. Lol

2 hours ago, AlishaD said:

Did have second thoughts on day two in hospital thinking was this the right thing to do???

Oh, yes! When I woke up from surgery, I was in so much pain and had many thoughts of, “Why did I do this to myself?“ and, “I would give anything to go back to yesterday and not go through this pain.” I had a miserable couple of days, but I recovered quickly. I’m one week out today and feel mostly back to normal. I hope you feel better soon, too!

On 07/22/2020 at 23:34, Repeatingthoughts said:

I cant sleep! I have to leave my apartment by 430 AM. Whats the point of sleeping ahh. Good luck to everyone who is having surgery today. Speedy recovery. Cheers to a healthier version of us :hugs:

Cheers @Repeatingthoughts! I’m right behind you with my surgery scheduled at noon today. It was very hard to sleep, but 24 hours from now we’ll have this huge step behind us!

On 07/23/2020 at 02:54, AlishaD said:

I am 3 days post op and on the liquid diet, which isn’t so bad at the minute. Nothing tastes the same and I def don’t feel myself. I keep getting a pain in my chest like rising air bubbles, makes me feel like I want to burp. I don’t know if I am over thinking things. Have started taking meds and had to do my first tummy injection yesterday which is horrific. Did have second thoughts on day two in hospital thinking was this the right thing to do??? In a very strange place, but it’s encouraging to see some positive comments on her. Feel very much alone in this journey ?

What do you have to inject in your stomach if you don’t mind me asking.

so my sleeve was the 21st. the surgery was difficult from previous scare tissue. Post op I had vomiting. Everytime I went to belch I threw up. Remember they put gas in your belly. So the first day I was without any fluids. Stayed an extra day. Fluids went slowly I am almost pain free now. I feel like normal except for some numbness in my belly from the lidocaine or cut nerve endings. which both may take a while to completely go away. I am not taking any narcotics just Toradol IV. I CANT WAIT to go home and get some rest. I may have slept 2 hours straight in two days.

I hope you guys are well. My fear has turned into excitement for my new life.

be well

8 hours ago, BigSue said:

Oh, yes! When I woke up from surgery, I was in so much pain and had many thoughts of, “Why did I do this to myself?“ and, “I would give anything to go back to yesterday and not go through this pain.” I had a miserable couple of days, but I recovered quickly. I’m one week out today and feel mostly back to normal. I hope you feel better soon, too!

Absolutely!! Two weeks out and while life is different, emotionally I am feeling much more confident in my decision. I also understand that it is very normal. Push thru! Rest! Hang in there it does get better!

Hi friends,

I went in to surgery at 730 sharp. I think I was in recovery by 11ish. Can’t remember with all the drugs lol. I am so happy to be well. They are monitoring my blood levels due to my hx of Iron deficiency anemia. I am certain my hemoglobin is normal. I feel great with the assistance of meds of course. Seriously, thank God for FaceTime ! I can speak with my loved ones and feel as though they are here with me. Hope you are all well.

I just had my date moved up to this Wednesday. [emoji15] I am so stinking nervous, and I literally assist on these operations for a living. [emoji849] Reading all of the previous July-ers helps! Hope you all are well!

16 hours ago, INEEDABUDDY said:

so my sleeve was the 21st. the surgery was difficult from previous scare tissue. Post op I had vomiting. Everytime I went to belch I threw up. Remember they put gas in your belly. So the first day I was without any fluids. Stayed an extra day. Fluids went slowly I am almost pain free now. I feel like normal except for some numbness in my belly from the lidocaine or cut nerve endings. which both may take a while to completely go away. I am not taking any narcotics just Toradol IV. I CANT WAIT to go home and get some rest. I may have slept 2 hours straight in two days.

I hope you guys are well. My fear has turned into excitement for my new life.

be well

Congrats!! Wishing you a speedy recovery! I was sleeved on the 2nd and reacted the same way! The first day was rough throwing up every time i went to burp!! But it definitely gets better!!

I’m having surgery Tuesday 7/28 and I’m this close to canceling due to fear and I will be alone in the hospital.

On 07/24/2020 at 07:14, Thicc chick 504 said:

I’m having surgery Tuesday 7/28 and I’m this close to canceling due to fear and I will be alone in the hospital.

Hey thicc! Consider your pros and cons. I’m at the hospital alone because I don’t want to put my family at risk for covid. My favorite loved ones are older and/or have compromise immune system. With that said, I don’t feel completely lonely because I FaceTime with them throughout the day. Would that be an option for you? I know is not the same to have folks with you physically. if you do decide to go through with this, remember your purpose, your goals and remind yourself you won’t be there for ever. Good luck with your decision.

3 hours ago, Repeatingthoughts said:

Hey thicc! Consider your pros and cons. I’m at the hospital alone because I don’t want to put my family at risk for covid. My favorite loved ones are older and/or have compromise immune system. With that said, I don’t feel completely lonely because I FaceTime with them throughout the day. Would that be an option for you? I know is not the same to have folks with you physically. if you do decide to go through with this, remember your purpose, your goals and remind yourself you won’t be there for ever. Good luck with your decision.

Thanks and I know you are right it’s just my anxiety and need to be comforted. I need this to be done . Thank you and yes I will face time them

I am also going Tuesday the 28 ... been postponed since March.... no one can even walk me in and I am a very nervous person but I am praying to be home the next day .... scary but I know I need to do it ?