Glenn

Hi Sheri, Congratulations. I am 10 days post op,(Feb-4th) and I feel like a new person. I am a 39 year old man, 6'4" and at my first pre-op visit, weighed 389 lbs. Yesterday at my follow up, I weighed 327 lbs. (51 lbs. pre-op and 11 lbs. post) I'm sure that you've had tons of advice, but if I could give you one last word, it would be to follow the Dr.'s instructions to the letter! I did and I have found things to go great. I did have some discomfort for a couple of days, following the surgery, but I tried to keep in mind, that I have 5 holes in my belly, and was in surgery for 2 hrs. I suppose that is pretty common. I walked slowly but often, to ward off the stiffness, drank the water that I needed , even though I wasn't thirsty, and ate my alotment of the correct "liquids" at the times my doctors dictated, and first and foremost realized that while it was me that got myself into the overweight position that I was in, and that I have been blessed with a very powerful tool, not a silver bullet, to help me lose the weight, in a more natural and controlled manner. I went back to work in 3 days, and at this moment in time, I feel absolutely great, and wouldn't change a thing. I wish you the best, and one more thing, stay away from the problems and complications sections until at least 1 week post op. They are a great tool, but for Post op, NOT pre-op. You need mental and emotional strength right now, and reading about several problems, can undermine your strength. very, very, very few people experience any complications, and like I said, follow your doctor's instructions, and you are giving yourself the best opportunity for success!! Take care, and stay strong!! Glenn