Hi! Anyone else scheduled for surgery in July of 2023? Let's talk!

How are you? How's your process going? What are you excited about for the future? What are you enjoying now? How are you talking about the upcoming surgery with family and friends? What supports have been helpful to you?

On 7/20/2023 at 8:43 AM, RedE2goAimee said:

Going into surgery now. Nervous but ready!

You can do it....Give us an update when you can!

On 7/19/2023 at 5:18 PM, wendywitch7 said:

I had VSG on July 6. Haven't had any issues getting my Water or Protein Shakes down. My dr has me on a clear liquid and Protein shakes until tomorrow and then I can move to the full liquid diet. So ready for a thicker substance.

My only issue is that my largest incision hurts when I move certain ways (mostly bending), Is anyone else still having incision pain?

We had the surgery on the same day, got to say I don't really have incision pain anymore. But I also recovered a bit more quickly than most, according to my doctor. I found the more I move the better and better I am feeling. Its that mental thing sometimes...Plenty of sun around the country, get outside and get moving. Makes you feel a million times better.

I had my surgery on the 12th, and I agree with the getting out there! My first week post surgery was cold and wet out (I’m in Australia), and it didn’t really help with my mood. Everything felt dark, but as soon as I could, I got ours wide for short walks and it changed EVERYTHING! I hope your pain diminishes and you start to feel more like yourself soon! It’s just a matter of time!

So far, so good. I’m home now. Surgery went well. I didn’t have a lot of pain just discomfort. Felt like I did a heavy ab workout the day before. My chest felt tight too, like I couldn’t get a big enough breath.

They had me on IV Tylenol and Toradol around the clock. My last dose was right before discharge today. I’ve only had Tylenol since I’ve been home. I’ve also been doing the incentive spirometry, which helps, but the most effective “treatment“ has been walking. I saw others say the same thing and it really does work!

I haven’t had any nausea, vomiting, or issues with drinking. They had me take a pre-op antiemetic and I was on Zofran around the clock. I have some oral Zofran for home if I need it.

I hope the rest of my July buddies have a good experience too! Good luck!

Glad you are doing well. I had mine yesterday also. Thought the nausea was going to do me in, but other than that it’s not bad. I went out to my chicken coop and around the house just trying to walk a good bit like I should. Hope you continue to do well!

5 hours ago, dslay said:

Glad you are doing well. I had mine yesterday also. Thought the nausea was going to do me in, but other than that it’s not bad. I went out to my chicken coop and around the house just trying to walk a good bit like I should. Hope you continue to do well!

Sorry to hear about the nausea. That’s the worst. Did they send you home with medication to help? Have you tried peppermint or ginger tea? Glad walking is helping you. I hope you start to feel better soon.

3 hours ago, RedE2goAimee said:

Sorry to hear about the nausea. That’s the worst. Did they send you home with medication to help? Have you tried peppermint or ginger tea? Glad walking is helping you. I hope you start to feel better soon.

I have lots of zofran but I only got nauseated a little yesterday. Hopefully none today. ?

My surgery is scheduled for Monday 07/24/23. I am extremely nervous.

Hi everyone. I had my surgery on July 10 and I find some days are better than others. It is taking me a while to build up my eating as I struggle to keep down protein shakes. Interesting enough, I am able to eat Greek yogurt which has been extremely helpful. Getting my water has been somewhat challenging but I keep sipping away. Best of luck to all that had their surgery or waiting to get their surgery.

Hi everyone. I had my surgery on July 10 and I find some days are better than others. It is taking me a while to build up my eating as I struggle to keep down protein shakes. Interesting enough, I am able to eat Greek yogurt which has been extremely helpful. Getting my water has been somewhat challenging but I keep sipping away. Best of luck to all that had their surgery or waiting to get their surgery.

Hi everyone. I had my surgery on July 10 and I find some days are better than others. It is taking me a while to build up my eating as I struggle to keep down protein shakes. Interesting enough, I am able to eat Greek yogurt which has been extremely helpful. Getting my water has been somewhat challenging but I keep sipping away. Best of luck to all that had their surgery or waiting to get their surgery.

Hi everyone. I had my surgery on July 10 and I find some days are better than others. It is taking me a while to build up my eating as I struggle to keep down protein shakes. Interesting enough, I am able to eat Greek yogurt which has been extremely helpful. Getting my water has been somewhat challenging but I keep sipping away. Best of luck to all that had their surgery or waiting to get their surgery.

Hi everyone. I had my surgery on July 10 and I find some days are better than others. It is taking me a while to build up my eating as I struggle to keep down protein shakes. Interesting enough, I am able to eat Greek yogurt which has been extremely helpful. Getting my water has been somewhat challenging but I keep sipping away. Best of luck to all that had their surgery or waiting to get their surgery.

On 7/22/2023 at 9:32 AM, MLM072423 said:

My surgery is scheduled for Monday 07/24/23. I am extremely nervous.

You got this, you'll be back home before you know it. I had surgery on 7/6/23, no complications to date. Positive thoughts for you.

On 7/19/2023 at 8:02 PM, Faith23 said:

I had my surgery on JUly 3rd. No complications at all. I've lost 15 lbs so far and have been stuck for a few days at that loss. I am so afraid I am not going to lose anymore. Prayers to all who are beginning this journey.

Hi, I had surgery on July 6, I have lost 13 lbs. For the last 4 days I have been the same weight or the scale has been fluctuating up and down by ~a pound. I hope to start losing again soon. I am still on the liquid diet, I will be moving to pureed on day 21. Good luck to all.