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I guess that's just the way he does things. I guess I was so eager to just get it done and over with I didn't notice that my surgeon or anyone there really told me what to expect before or after surgery. I have learned most of what is normal, what to watch for and such on here. I did OK coming home the next day but felt like I wasn't set up properly to know what to do or how the first week is. I didn't realize how hard it would be to keep hydrated or the pain in my stomach or the gas!!!! I feel better everyday but I just feel icky. I don't know how to explain exactly how I feel... Nervous, scared sometimes I regret I did it... But I am trying to learn what works. I walk/pace my living room about 5 to 6 times a day. Usually when I take my meds because they are nasty. I try to drink at least 1 Protein shake a day but failing miserably and trying to drink at least a bottle of Water and a sf Popsicle. My aunt bought me a shaved ice machine so I am going to try to mix unflavored Protein powder in with my Powerade zero and see if I can get more protein in that way. I am barely taking in 200 calories right now. I never gained weight in the hospital. My starting weight was 307, day of surgery 296, and as of this morning ,284. I feel so fatigued and tired that I just wanna sleep but have a hard time sleeping... Sorry for such a long post.. I just need feedback!!

Thanks... I know its major surgery but I hate feeling down. As of Monday I am on my own with 2 kids 5 days a week... I'm struggling with this. How far out were you allowed to swallow pills if ever? I take ambien to sleep but it is so gross crushed it's like instant gag. My doc says go ahead but the pharmacy guy says do not swallow pills they will get stuck...

I was only in over night. I couldn't wait to leave there. I don't go to my Dr until August 20th which is 3 weeks out..

And the crazy thing is I lost 11lbs on my pre op diet and have lost 9 lbs since my surgery the 29th... I'm so lost and confused!!!

So glad I read this. I was sleeved July 29th so 2nd day and I feel like I made the worst decision in the world. Felt pretty good in the hospital on ice chips and such but once I moved to protein and such I started feeling like crap!! I can barely drink anything. All of my medicine tastes like crap and I just wish I could rewind and not do this.. I hope after the next few days I change my mind and love that I did this.... I just like reading that this feels pretty normal the first few days. My hubby goes back to work Monday and that will be a week after my surgery. Hoping by then my intake is better along with my attitude and everything else....

I did so good yesterday... I was up walking. Just a little pain but today I started protein drinks and it hurts so bad... What do I do... Its like medicine drink more medicine and drink.. And it hurts

So an ounce over 15 minutes.. Not the whole ounce in one shot every fifteen minutes. I think I will finish the night with sipping on a propel and maybe a sf Popsicle. Tomorrow is a new day as long as I get some sleep.

Anyone feeling really sick still. I don't think my nurses deal with sleeve patients well. I got sent home about 130 today. Had an almost 3 hour drive home... All I can do is cry. Water hurts, pain meds hurt, feeling puky, Protein drinks hurt... My nurse made me take 3 things of liquid meds... And a Protein Drink all really quickly. She said with the meds just shoot em they will go down.... Ummm it hurts so bad

I am on carafate I believe... And I am home already they just kept me one night. I drank 1 and a quarter protein drinks and water. Had ice chips all day yesterday and felt fine... All I wanna do is cry. I can't get comfortable in my bed the couch or recliner... I'm feeling rather puky after taking my liquid pain meds...

That's what I thought... I am trying not to regret this but my tummy hurts super bad. Think I'm gonna lay off much of anything but sips of water and maybe sf Popsicles until it feels better.

I had surgery yesterday.. My Dr wants me on protein drinks pretty much only for 3 weeks... It hurts. Maybe I'm taking too big of drinks? I drank a whole protein drink this morning and it didn't feel good. But my nurse told me to drink it. I tried slow but she kept coming in checking and she gave me a ton of meds to take at the same time. Now when I drink it hits hard then gets all gassy and even my liquid medicine hurts.. I think I'm drinking too much too fast

Thanks for the response Kat! I will pick some up. I am on liquids for 3 weeks. Gonna need some variety

Sorry about your complications mirabelle hope today is better for you. One day at a time...

My gnc store sells this and a chocolate one! I think I may try it. On the full liquids stage could you at it to a protein shake or is it considered food?

Yay for family!!! I think that is great even if its to go for walks or help you clean... My mom 2 sisters and hubby came for my surgery and I love having them. I have a huge family and love to hear when families are very supportive. I hope you have a great surgery and recovery and enjoy your family time

I was done by 10 this morning. My surgery took a little longer and gave my surgeon a run for his money because I had a ton of abdominal scar tissue but it was a success. I am tires, a little sore, a little gas pain but feel amazing so glad I did this!!! Height 5'11" Highest weight 322 Starting weight 307 Surgery weight 296 Goal 176 maybe

Surgery was at about 8ish

I barely slept!!! If I did at all. Maybe 3 hours. I have a super bad headache but I am so ready for this. Just shaking a little. I have an anxiety disorder to start this could be interesting good luck all!!!

10 minutes til I head to the hospital! Can't wait to hear from my fellow same day sleevers. Hope they are all successful and we have a quick easy recovery!!

Leaving in 13 minutes!!! Holy freaking cow!!!

Surgery early Monday.. 2 days... OMG!!! What if I hate it??? What if I have complications?? What if I don't wake up??? What ifs are scathing the crap out ta me. I miss food!! I have been on liquids since the 19th and after surgery for 2-3 weeks... I have lost 11lbs which I am thankful for. I am now under 300 less to lose after! I have had major constipation... Sorry tmi and I have been taking stool softeners the last 3 nights... I finally went yesterday and it was horrible.... Now I'm worried I will have this problem afterwards too... Sorry totally venting. These days on liquid are making me cranky and tired. I am getting over 120gms of Protein.. I have to have at least 110... I don't think I'm going to be able to get that much in after. I'm scared to lose my hair and my muscle... Thanks for reading... I know from reading everyone else's post that this is normal... But I don't feel normal!!! Height 5'11" Highest weight 322 Starting weight 307 Current weight 296 Goal weight 176??? Maybe!!!

Sounds fun not really. I have lost 11lbs on my pre op. I just have to stop drinking by midnight tomorrow! I too haven't been very pleasant to deal with and I have found I am cold more than before... I hope everything turns out amazing for you and you have a quick recovery!!! Good luck!!

Thank you

That is a fabulous question. food got me fat... But sometimes I feel like it got me thru some super rough times.. But still not a friend. I have now found that talking to my best friend works the same as shoving food in my mouth I have so much support. Here, my family, my friends... Some say you aren't that big you don't need it... I say you don't know how unhealthy I am and how I look in the mirror disgusts me... I know I am doing this for ALL the right reasons. I have had 5 other surgeries one HUGE one that I did well from. Thanks for reminding me laura-ven

My surgery is Monday also. I have to be there at 6 am. They are doing the endoscopy right before the surgery. Praying everything looks fine. Dr says he does it all the time! I go home Tuesday I am so excited!! Good luck fellow sleevers!!!