Jon1111

Just got the call from the hospital, surgery tomorrow at 1pm. Can't believe it's here, kind of calm yet freaking out inside. Fears of being put under keep racing through my head. My 5 month journey coming to a climax tomorrow. What am I to expect after surgery?

Sleeved on 9/24 and after 1st night feeling fine. Did 60g of protein and about 32oz of liquids today Have follow-up doctors appointment tomorrow. Hoping to move beyond clear liquids

You need to do what's best for you and your kids and that's wls.

Lexi, also had surgery last Wednesday and had the same buyers remorse,, however after having to go buy smaller clothes yesterday I feel so much happier. Is there still some pain now and then yes, am I tired quickly yes however looking forwards it's all going to be worth it. Hang in there

Sorry for the delay in update, so here's my story so far. Surgery was on 9/24 at 115pm, I was in recovery by 4pm in horrible pain (had sleeve & hiatal hernia). Was given strong pain meds which helped. Once back in room was made to walk within 2 hours. Gas was horrible and spending night in hospital was sleepless and painful since I didn't ask for pain meds in time. Note to all ask for pain meds early. From there it all changed, after that horrible tasting leak test I was informed of no leaks and started on liquid diet. After drinking about 12 to 14 oz of various liquids over 4 hours I was cleared for release. YEAH. Went home took I pain pill and haven't looked back since, no pain, just some gas that gas x took care of. Was able to get 30g protein shake down on Friday and have increased to 60+ grams of protein shakes, sf jello, and 28oz of water down per day. I actually went back to work today (only 1/2 day) but its a start. Had buyers remorse Friday but as of today only bad effect is tiredness. Even normal bowel movements have returned. I'm down 5 pounds since pre-surgery and happy. Have a follow up tomorrow with my doctor. Just to all take it slow, walk as much as possible and take deep breaths. While the journey started out tough I'm looking forwards with positive thoughts.

Thank you everybody 6 more hours until surgery, actually pretty calm. Will be updating later. Good luck to everyone else being sleeved today.

Good luck Lexie

Congratulations!

Good luck, I'm having mine tomorrow

Having so many second thoughts on this, surgery is on Wednesday ad I'm so torn as to wat to do. It's been a 5 month journey and just wonder how things will be after surgery.