DylanRae

I was on the 18th, I had to stay an extra day in the hospital because I couldn't keep anything down. I farted for the first time yesterday that was exciting! But no poop yet. They did send me home with a stool softener and I took that for the first time today. I have learned that I take a couple sips of whatever I'm drinking and then feel crazy full. Then I quickly feel really sleepy and cold. My boyfriend said maybe that is because my tummy is working overtime to digest my sips. Anyway eating then napping is pretty nice. Also today is the first day that I have been able to go the whole day without pukeing! That's an improvement! Here's a photo of my belly today. One big suture because of a complication during surgery apparently.

Whoo! Made it through! Crazy Murcia leading up to it though! But I'm doing good. Worst part is the hiccups I get... Which I never really happened before surgury. I'm excited to actually put some food in my belly! Haven't done that in 48 hours or more.

Have been working toward this moment for a very long time. I have been fighting and educating everyone around me. The morning i got my date, this was like Christmas morning! I barely slept the night before because of pure excitement. All of this and more, and yet i am so depressed. Yes i have chronic depression anyway, but this is different. This is a serious level of depression that i cant seem to get my self out of! Why be depressed in the first place? I should be happy that i got my date! I even have a count down on my phone. I should be jumping for joy! Instead i am hiding away under my sheets. I don't even want to wear my fitbit! If i had access to ice cream this would deffinetly be one of those times that i would be eating it! Ugghh!!!! Whatever

Hanging out at the hospital. Tonight is my second night post op. And at first I was not very excited about the 2 day required stay after surgery. But now that I'm here, I'm so glad it's required! If I had been allowed to go home I would be freaking out about all the unknowns im experiencing right now! It's crazy souse! Part of me hopes it continues for a few extra days.. We will see. The most painful part of this, (yes gas pain sucks) but the worst! Is hiccups! Omg! Aparently they do not happen often in people but they sure are happening in me. Damn does this suck!!! And no cure.

Thanks! I'm still pretty drowsy.. But overall have had a by the book procedure! I truly understand the pain of the gas now. Agreed with others when they share that the insidious cuts where nothing in comparison to the left over gas pain... Biggest surprise is the constant hiccups! Wow now that is painful! And there is nothing the docs can really do about it either. I have been getting in all my Water, and breathing excersize walking around is getting better and betters I should be going home sometime tomorrow. Dylan

I am 2 days pre-op, born and raised in Seattle. Not the coldest place in the country... By far, but it is pretty damn wet. I have always "ran hot" (although running never had anything to do with it). When I was younger we had some pretty serious snow storms for Seattle's standards. I was the crazy kid who went swimming in the 2 foot deep snow... In my bathing suit. I am a firm believer in my damp overcast weather. When it is cold outside I have a better chance at not sweating my ass off for once. I have always said that I much rather be frozen to the bone then be boiling through my skin. I can always layer more and create heat, but I can never get rid of that muggy layer of sweat that never seems to wipe off. I even sweat after taking a nice refreshing shower! That annoys me the most I think. Anyway, I have to say that I'm excited to feel cold! It promotes the possibility of being closer with others, more snuggles never hurt anyone!

The only real restriction my doc has given me is that when I'm discharged, I can't drive myself. They will not release me to public transportation. And I have to have full supervision the first 24 hours home. Most people in my program (from the same doc) don't use narcotics after they returned home. But of course if you do use it then don't drive. Otherwise as long as you can move, twist, and do other things without any pain, driving is fine.

Amazing ideas! Bookmarking this thread!

Surgury date 18th. And away from the moment I check in to the hospital. The last 6 days of my pre op diet have been down and up. The first for days sucked really bad! But since then my biggest system is just being sleepy. Although I have also had a lot more energy at the same time.. It's interesting to say the least. Regardless I am really ready and so excited to be getting closer! Dylan

Im here now, sitting in the big comfy chairs in the back corner... Curious where everyone is. Called the 4258928954 number and texted it.. No response.. Worried. -Dylan

Im here now, sitting in the big comfy chairs in the back corner... Curious where everyone is. Called the 4258928954 number and texted it.. No response.. Worried. -Dylan

Im here now, sitting in the big comfy chairs in the back corner... Curious where everyone is. Called the 4258928954 number and texted it.. No response.. Worried. -Dylan

What is the group info for this meeting?

I send my apologies, my good thoughts and hopes of this chapter to be over for you. I'm also extremely thankful of you. This might come off selfishly, I am very thankful of you an your misfortune because I have to believe that this means that the rest of us who are getting ready to go under are truly ready for the responsibilities that go with going under. In other words, thank you for sharing your story! I now have a better understanding of what I'm getting myself into. Again, I hope your agony ends soon, I hope that your new doctor can lead you to a path of at least comfort. I very much wish you a happy and long life!

Im on day 6 of 14 days.. And I am happy to announce that it gets better! The first 3-4 days of my pre-op diet, was crazy hardcore! I could barely get out of bed, and had a constant migraine. But yesterday was really good in comparison. I was still really sleepy all day long, but no aches or pains! This morning im also waking up hopeful. So it does get better! Now weather or not it will stay better is a whole other question.

Try out this link. It was very informative for me. http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/LapBand/4599794/Informative-Bougie-Size-Information/

I'm so happy you shared this! I'm in the same boat! I was talking with my mother about it this morning, and she is more afraid for me then I am, which she should be, being my mother and all, but this overwhelming fear has come over me all focused around doubt. What if I can't keep this up, what if I'm just kidding myself when I say that im controlling my eating disorder. This pre-op diet is kicking my ass, and it's not because the food im eating is not good, because it is. I think it's because my body (mostly my brain) is telling me that I'm starving, i need to eat more, what if this feeling continues after surgery!? It is proven over and over again that the people who give in to their eating disorders after surgery are the ones who are more likely to gain their weight back. I rather die then gain my weight back after surgery. Ahh!!!

Im scheduled for the 18th! Very exciting! I'm happy an want it to happen now! I'm now starting day 3 of my 14 day pre-op diet. I have to admit this is fucking hard! I get 3 protine drinks a day. I get one low cal frozen meal like lean cuisine. And one cup of vegetables every day. I also get unlimited amounts of water and vitamin water zero. My head hurts all the time! I'm hungry faster then usual it seams, I am peeing a nice clear yellow which is good. I just am getting really worried about how physically draining this pre op diet is. And I'm only 3 days in. I'm very out about my surgery, and people are now telling me how impressed they are with my dedication now that they see what it is im restricting myself to. This just makes the pressure to do well harder on me. I'm starting to get really scaird about how this good thing is going to work out. So yea now more then ever, I want my surgery to happen tomorrow! Not only because I'm excited but because I'm not sure I can survive this pre op diet. ????????????????????????????????????

ME TOO!!

Hey! Im in west seattle, alki area! Dylan

I sent my request december 2013 Weight: 269 Biggest: 310 No other issues other than pre-diabeties Im 5'4" Bmi: 43 i think It took a long time to get approved because i got caught up in the middle of my policy changing. But got approved in feb. Long waiting list, and a bunch of appointments later i now have my date for november. I had to appeal 2 times. If you want some advice let me know. Dylan

Basically, this is the route i went... But am less harsh about it. I am open to all about it, when people get negative with me, i nod and smile and say. "Thats nice, and likely an option for someone else, but for me, this is the right way." Negativity has a hard to continue when I'm being nothing but positive. Although i do have my moments when i think that if it was all a secret things would be easier. Then i remember, im not much of a private person.. At least not when it comes to my medical issues. Yes, i am that friend on your friends list that takes thousands of hospital selfies, and post them all. I have yet to find someone who is outwardly against my decision. Even the ones who have expressed worry have all in their own way congratulated me and wished me luck. Hope whichever path you choose, it is a good healthy one for you. Dylan

Hey all! Fyi, as long as carpool is something that is attainable, i think that we should meet at alki beach soon before the sun goes away for good. There are plenty of sheltered picnic areas, and we can bring our own food and snacks.. Im rooting for soon since school will be starting up again soon. I am more then happy to help organize this if one or more of you guys are willing to help me. I figure we can move around the greater seattle area as time goes on. But lets just pick a place already. PM me if you want. Dylan P.S. I got my official surgery date. Im scheduled for nov. 18th!

My doctor continues to repeat himself. Im going in to get surgery on my stomach, not my brain. Only i can fix my brain. Knowing this as i start my journey is probably the most helpful thing ever. The hard part is not managing your diet, Water intake, Vitamins or excersize, the hard part is finding confidence and then believing in it, in yourself. I hope you find that confidence AND believe in it soon. But i am one to believe that you are what you say you are. Even just looking in the mirror and telling yourself out loud, "i am fit, healthy and the size i need to be." Once everyday, can make the biggest difference! Go ahead try it! Everyday, until saying those words feels as much the truth as saying my name is... good luck.

Hello all again! In so happy to see the manny new voices on here! I love that a support group is coming together. Since we where talking about locations, i live in west seattle, alki to be exact. Alki beach is a lovely place to walk, and sit and chat. Just another option. I am currently going to one group, but until i actually have surgery, i don't find the group as supportive as i want. Anyway, i also do not have any wheels, so that makes it harder for me to commute. Carpool maybe? Anyway! This is great! Dylan