Back to Reality

vballmom · January 7, 2008

Had my surgery on Dec 31st and I returned to work this morning. I work in an office and sit at my desk most of the day. I am feeling tired and weak. I will make it through the day. I think I will take a nap for lunch. I keep getting hot and cold. I am starting to feel hungry, but can only have 1/4 cup of cream Soups, yogart, Protein Drinks. I can't wait until the mushy stage next week. Is it Friday yet? :faint:

brickgirl · January 7, 2008

Just wanted to say good luck. This was the day for me that I got really down. I wanted to eat something, anything. I was tired, but not tired enough to stay home and feel bad, but tired. It does all get better. I had my surgery on the 20th. Keep your head up.

LadyTrisha · January 7, 2008

today is my first day back too - my surgery was the 29th. Good luck to us In the old days, we'd still be recuperating from surgery.

I'm still on liquids though so I'm envious of your creamy soups! I get those tomorrow

I've been getting panic attacks the last couple of days which have thrown me a great deal, plus I have a varicose vein in my leg which is just painful as can be (blood clots have been ruled out). If I could get over those two hurdles, I'd really be thrilled with tired and weak.

Hope you have a good day today.

sci gal · January 8, 2008

today was my first day back as well, the only thing that bothered me was being able to feel my port, it feels heavy and wierd

oh yea, I am also STARVING:eek:

iris · January 8, 2008

Hi! i am excited and scared at the same time. I am diabetic, anyone have any suggestions for me?:clap2:

cookielover · January 8, 2008

You guys are my heros! I would have not been able to go back to work for at least three weeks post-op.

Chrisann · January 8, 2008

Went back to work today, and due to complications, was on Clear Liquids until Saturday. But even now, I can't get the Protein shakes down. So at work, had tea, a carnation instant Breakfast and broth.

Tonite, had 8oz mushroom consomme and lemon sugar free ice.

Its a lot slower getting back than I thought I would be. I am still in some pain. Have stitches right under my breasts, and actually took off the bra before I left work because the bra was pushing on it.

lachica39 · January 8, 2008

Ladies, I returned back to work today, and was very surprise by the overall achiness I felt. and I was tired by noon. I also have a desk job, but was up and down all morning. I think that was the problem, using the stomach muscles. when I got home this evening, I had my cream of chicken Soup and slept for 3 hours! lol

we will survive

Justin · January 8, 2008

I was banded on the 31st. I need food. Im breaking down. Its not going well cause hunger makes me depressed. I would do anything for even some baby food right now.

LisaLynelle · January 8, 2008

Hi, I too am getting banded in Feb. and I was wondering how your surgery went with Dr. Aceves? He is who I chose to do my surgery, are you having any major problems? Any feedback would be appriecated....Lisa

aimee · January 8, 2008

Justin,

Hang in there! I could have gnawed off a toe the first week, but it gets better! Believe, soon enough you'll hate mushie food too!

It will get better every day!

Aimee

vballmom · January 8, 2008

Justin, I know we all feel the same way and wish we could all meet at a buffet! ha But we can't, so hang tough and drink something yummy and warm. Try a cup of sf hot chocolate.

Best of luck.