WHERE ARE MY AUGUST 2021 PEEPS?

[Sue swapping over 25]

19 minutes ago, Seija said:

Hi! I had my surgery late July (27th) so I'm 10 days post op. This is how things went for me:

Day of surgery

The surgery took 1.5 hours, and I spent an additional 1 hour in the recovery room. I was only nauseous immediately after waking up but it went away quickly. When I got back to my room, I slept for a while. After about an hour I was able to get up and walk around, use the bathroom, and drink Water. This made me a bit dizzy and nauseous and I felt weak. I tried to walk around every hour or so but all I really wanted to do was sleep. Most of the pain was in my back and chest. Pain level was 7/10 so they gave me more painkillers for the night. I slept on and off throughout the night, waking several times to use the bathroom, have a walk around my room and a few sips of Water.

These were definitely the hardest hours of the entire recovery. It took quite a bit of concentration and strength to get myself out of bed each time. I never experienced any nausea or vomiting, just some dizziness when walking or standing up for more than 5 minutes.

1 day post op

The next morning I felt much better, pain level 5/10. Was able to drink a lot more, walk around the entire ward, have a shower and take 2 pills orally (1 for stomach, 1 for pain). Most of the pain was more of an aching in my back and upper chest, and an extremely sore abdomen. My husband said the color in my skin was back to normal and I was generally in good spirits.

I was discharged at 11am and when we got home (to our hotel) is when the shoulder pain and gas pain started to kick in. I noticed that it helped a lot to drink hot peppermint tea and broth, as well as to lie down flat on the bed. Once I would get up and walk around some more, though, the shoulder pain would come back. I walked around as much as I could because I had read that, although painful, it's the quickest way to get the gasses out and recover.

That afternoon I also had my first meal: about 2 tbsp of babyfood puree. Went down fine. It was also the first time that evening that I noticed my belly rumbling a lot and making noise. Slept through the night without waking up just fine.

2 days post op

Pain level was just a 2 or 3 this morning with some gas and shoulder aching. I spent the day taking small walks, napping and alternating ice water with hot broth and tea, and had about 100g of babyfood puree throughout the day.

3 days post op

No real pain on this day, just soreness in the abdomen and some dull ache in the shoulder every once in a while. I had some Greek Yoghurt in addition to the babyfood and that went down well. Could feel a lot of rumbling happening in my belly. Also had my first BM!

4-5 days post op

This is when I finally started to feel some hunger. But after having just 2 or 3 teaspoons of yogurt or puree, my stomach felt very full and this would last for 3-4 hours during which I could focus on getting my water in.

I comfortably traveled home (1.5 hr flight + 1 hr train) on day 5.

Present (10 days post op)

No pain or discomfort, just some soreness around my incisions that I notice a few times a day. Energy levels are fine unless I try to do something physically demanding - then I get wiped out very quickly and need a nap or a rest.

I am continuing to take omeprazole every morning and have 1 more day of blood thinner injections left. Eating around 50g of puree food, 5-6x a day.

Highest weight: 241 lbs

Surgery date weight: 228 lbs

Today's weight: 216 lbs

Huge huge thank you for this, it has really helped, so glad you are doing well xx

[Annabear89 2]

I’m scheduled for the 18th too!!

[Seija 23]

2 hours ago, Sue swapping over said:

Huge huge thank you for this, it has really helped, so glad you are doing well xx

No problem at all and thanks!

I think my experience was quite average. You can also have a look at the July 2021 thread for some more surgery stories. Some have had more challenges than others but overall it seems to be a very safe and tolerable experience 😊 It definitely eased my mind to read everyone's experiences here as well.

[Ngaines91 1]

yay I'm 12th and I'm very nervous and overwhelmed with emotions n this diet is kicking my ass but I know its worth it my health will be better soon congrats to everyone 😁😁

[Mari6985m 10]

I just got my sleeve done august 4th. So glad it’s finally done I’ve been waiting since October 2020 was my first appointment!! Any questions on how it feels after ask me !! It’s a bit rough for me it was and I’m still in major pain, but it’s getting better by the day …good luck to everyone!!

[nicole525 2]

August 24!!!

[3littlebirds 4]

August 16 th here

[nursesunshine 9]

Had the VSG on the 4th, was in and out of the surgical center in under 11 hours. No gas pain and I've been keeping Water and clear Protein Drinks down without nausea. Lots of sipping, doesn't take more than 3 to feel chest pressure. I'm still surprised this is going so well. I was supposed to take Lyrica, Tylenol and Ibuprofen on a scheduled for pain; I've mostly taken Ibuprofen since Tylenol doesn't do much for me and Lyrica is a no-go. I had 1 oxy yesterday, none today. Worst is the incision by the navel which affects how I sit or turn. The only thing bugging me is difficulty finding words and choosing similar but incorrect words when I speak. It was my first time receiving anesthesia and it was rough in recovery. The surgery practice has a great protocol to manage pain and nausea before surgery.

I was out and about for the past 2 days without any issues. No food cravings or hunger, I spent the morning showing off my baking skills to out of town guests. I was on my feet all day without feeling tired. There is some really great food around me but I don't feel like I'm missing out.

Good luck to everyone having metabolic surgery this month.

[dachshundgirl 2]

Good Luck! I’ll be sending positive vibes your way!

[Vinniemitchell 1]

I'm new and am excited and nervous at the sametime. Surgery is 9 Aug 21.

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[Cleveland Clinic Mika 5]

On 6/28/2021 at 12:47 PM, muffin.x said:

I'm the 18th as well!

I'm very excited but also a bit nervous. Still going back and forth wether this is the right choice for me.
I know I'll probably never lose the weight without the surgery, but I'm afraid I'll fall back into old habits after having the surgery. Is anybody else having these doubt/concerns?

On 6/28/2021 at 12:47 PM, muffin.x said:

I'm the 18th as well!

I'm very excited but also a bit nervous. Still going back and forth wether this is the right choice for me.
I know I'll probably never lose the weight without the surgery, but I'm afraid I'll fall back into old habits after having the surgery. Is anybody else having these doubt/concerns?

Hi muffin. X I just had my surgery 3 days ago & yes I got all the to the hospital on my surgery day & almost walked out! I have gone back and forth for almost 2 years with us this right decision for me. I had 1 final talk with God and he explained to me that he needs me at my healthiest for the assignments that he has for me in future! It's ok to have doubts and fears. Do a pros/cons list, analyze, pray on then let us what you decided. I hope my testimony helps you 🥰

[learn2cook 503]

@nursesunshine said “The surgery practice has a great protocol to manage pain and nausea before surgery.” What was the protocol?

[QuirkyParrot 28]

Greetings, all. I've completed all the pre-op screenings and appointments and based on the timelines I was given I expected my sleeve surgery to take place in mid-September. But, my surgeon had a cancellation and is able to get me in on August 17th!

I jumped at the chance get this journey started and as a bonus I got to cut 4 days off the dreaded two week pre-op liquid diet. I'm also blessed to have my two teenagers out of the house (at sleep away camp) while I do the LD, which will make it MUCH easier, not having to shop and cook for them. My husband is on his own!

[Peanutz 8]

Hi all! I’m new here. My VSG is scheduled Aug 20th. I am super nervous but here I am. 😑

Hope everyone is doing well!

[DMB 1]

Aug 23rd and sorta nervous about the pre-week liquid diet. 4 Protein Shakes a day.......give me strength!