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I got out of surgery at 11am. Woke up around 1-2 in so much pain. Had tons of back pain cause of the oxygen. My voice was raspy cause of the intubation. Stomach hard and swollen as a ball. I questioned my decision to every nurse and Dr I saw. They gave me Morphine in a machine which I press the button and it gives me morphine every 15mins. Feeling much better now. I started walking around 9pm when the anasthesia was wearing off. Was dizzy but I made It through. Finished phase 1: liquids yesterday. Today I start stage 2: protein shakes started peeing soon after I started walking. I was retaining all my urine after that first pee. Decided to walk more now I am a non stop pissing machine lol. Only problems I'm having now are gas pains. In which I'm taking gas x for. Having passed gas yet but hopefully I will this AM so I can go home tonight. They brought me all liquids at 8; SF Jello, Water bottle, Veggie broth, green tea. 3 sips of broth and I was full. (Such an amazing feeling since I still don't believe I had the bypass done, so bittersweet) Now trying to figure out how to pass gas [emoji618]️ HT: 5'6" HW: 251lb -1/25/17 SW: 230lb -7/19/17 GW: 140lb

Oh my that's not good. I pray everything goes well for you!!!! HT: 5'6" HW: 251lb -1/25/17 SW: 230lb -7/19/17 CW: 228lb -7/22/17 GW: 140lb

@Nhope HT: 5'6" HW: 251lb -1/25/17 SW: 230lb -7/19/17 CW: 228lb -7/22/17 GW: 140lb

Also have been losing about a lb a day since surgery, I started my own diet a month prior to surgery. Dropped 21lbs on my own, was 230 at surgery, currently 224 HT: 5'6" HW: 251lb -1/25/17 SW: 230lb -7/19/17 CW: 228lb -7/22/17 GW: 140lb

@nhope @LINZ62383 I'm so happy to have been able to clear some things up for you both! I'm On day 5 post op, finally passed gas at 5am on day 3 post op (Thank God!) I still have to remind myself to pee through out the day though, or my bladder will hurt once it's over capacity. Sleeping was a pain. I slept propped up on pillows, you're lucky if you have a recliner. Off of pain killers since day 4 post op The sipping has gotten better as well now I'm drinking more frequently with less trouble as the first few days. My stomach is all bruised. Super ugly (see pic). I'm able to walk tons but I'd be so tired soon after as if I need 25 years of rest. Lol I still do have gas in my diaphragm from when they inflate you (makes it super painful to wear any bra) also underwear's we're a no go for me the first days due to the extra swelling!!! Just a bit on my experience so far. I'd be more than happy to answer any questions you have. Feel free to PM me! HT: 5'6" HW: 251lb -1/25/17 SW: 230lb -7/19/17 CW: 228lb -7/22/17 GW: 140lb

Lucky you to have a recliner I've been sleeping propped up on pillows. But have been able to lay on my right side now. I'm no longer regretting the surgery. The worst part is over. I'm finally able to sip and have a sort of schedule. I have started to feel physical hunger which I didn't think I'd feel so soon. And let's not get started on my cravings and having to deal with the amazing odors of the foods that landed me here in the first place. How are you feeling? HT: 5'6" HW: 251lb -1/25/17 SW: 230lb -7/19/17 CW: 228lb -7/22/17 GW: 140lb

Thank you! HT: 5'6" HW: 251lb -1/25/17 SW: 230lb -7/19/17 CW: 228lb -7/22/17 GW: 140lb

Thank you so much! HT: 5'6" HW: 251lb -1/25/17 SW: 230lb -7/19/17 CW: 228lb -7/22/17 GW: 140lb

Is it ok to eat these 3 days post op. Read somewhere if you make the grits watery enough your belly can possibly handle it. I'm not having any luck with protein shakes. They don't sit well at all. Was hoping I could add my protein powder to these 2 things whilst they cook. HT: 5'6" HW: 251lb -1/25/17 SW: 230lb -7/19/17 GW: 140lb

Today I'm feeling much better just gassy which is giving me back pains. Been off pain meds since 10am. Walking lots and urinating. Convinced staff I'm ready to go home. They made me drink 2 protein shakes to prove so lol how are you feeling? Ps. I definitely can't walk straight. Super bloated HT: 5'6" HW: 251lb -1/25/17 SW: 230lb -7/19/17 GW: 140lb

Thanks everyone! HT: 5'6" HW: 251lb -1/25/17 SW: 230lb -7/19/17 GW: 140lb

At 9:30am, so bittersweet. What should I expect? (Or what were y'all experiences when you arrived for surgery) HT: 5'6" HW: 251 -1/25/17 CW: 235 -7/11/2017 GW: 140 SW: Pending Surgery date: 7/19/17

I got out of surgery at 11am. Woke up around 1-2 in so much pain. Had tons of back pain cause of the oxygen. My voice was raspy cause of the intubation. Stomach hard and swollen as a ball. I questioned my decision to every nurse and Dr I saw. They gave me Morphine in a machine which I press the button and it gives me morphine every 15mins. Feeling much better now. I started walking around 9pm when the anasthesia was wearing off. Was dizzy but I made It through. Finished phase 1: liquids yesterday. Today I start stage 2: protein shakes started peeing soon after I started walking. I was retaining all my urine after that first pee. Decided to walk more now I am a non stop pissing machine lol. Only problems I'm having now are gas pains. In which I'm taking gas x for. Having passed gas yet but hopefully I will this AM so I can go home tonight. They brought me all liquids at 8; SF Jello, Water bottle, Veggie broth, green tea. 3 sips of broth and I was full.

Goodluck!!!! My surgery is today as well. HT: 5'6" HW: 251 -1/25/17 SW: 2xxlbs -7/19/17 GW: 140

So my surgeon told me that my insurance takes a month to approve. He booked my surgery for July 19th. This was on June 13th, I called my insurance a couple of days ago and they told me they had not received anything. I called and kind of beat around the bush and asked if I should start my preop diet regardless of me knowing whether or not I was going to get approved (LOL- I didn't want to come off as a pain). The lady said yes & that was that. I've been checking online and they still haven't received anything from my surgeon. If it takes a month for approval, what's the deal. I'm losing it honestly. I might have no other choice but to call. Then again, for some reason I feel at ease. Maybe the surgeon has dealt with my insurance this way... and gets a quick approval all the time? HW: 251 -1/25/17 CW: 244 -6/13/2017 GW: 130 Tentative surgery date: 7/19/17

How long before surgery did you stop smoking? I quit 3 weeks ago but today I gAve in. Surgery is in 6 days 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ I'm an idiot. I let my nerves get to me today. HW: 251 -1/25/17 CW: 235 -7/11/2017 GW: 140 Surgery Weight: Surgery date: 7/19/17

Hi yes! I had stopped smoking for 3 months. Meant to say the last I smoked was 3 weeks prior to this recent. I smoked h o o k .... a recreationally. Which I did 3 weeks ago. Used to vape 3mg faithfully (what I quit 3 months ago). I have been busting my ass off at the gym to sweat off the urge since learning the effects of nicotine post surgery. Would hate to have surgery postponed, but I've read since im no longer a consistent nicotine consumer it should be out of my system in 1-3 days. Fingers crossed! I do feel prepared and do admit this set back was due to peer pressure (what I get for hanging with people who don't know of my decision to get WLS) you are although absolutely correct in regards to me seeking help to prevent anymore situations to which I've come to terms that I should just say NO and move on or open up about my surgery and not care for anyone's opinion (I will be bringing it up tomorrow with my Bariatric psychologist) HT: 5'6"HW: 251 -1/25/17 CW: 235 -7/11/2017 GW: 140 SW: Pending Surgery date: 7/19/17

My surgeon required me 6 weeks as well but I'm wondering if it will show up on the tests they run prior to surgery since it's 6 days away not to mention it's the first time in months I smoked HT: 5'6" HW: 251 -1/25/17 CW: 235 -7/11/2017 GW: 140 SW: Pending Surgery date: 7/19/17

My tentative surgery date of 7/19 is now OFFICIALLLL!!!!! HW: 251 -1/25/17 CW: 235 -7/10/2017 GW: 140 Tentative surgery date: 7/19/17

Yes it did! Such a sense of relief once I received that call. Thank you! 🤞🏻[emoji813]️ HT: 5'6" HW: 251 -1/25/17 CW: 235 -7/11/2017 GW: 140 SW: Pending Surgery date: 7/19/17

Following. I've been told the same as well. I had a binder post csection to help with the pain, but from what family and friends tell me they suggest I use spanx to prevent saggy skin (stupid theory). HW: 251 -1/25/17 CW: 235 -7/11/2017 GW: 140 Surgery Weight: Surgery date: 7/19/17

Update: Surgery was approved!! You all were right[emoji813]️[emoji813]️[emoji813]️ thank you so much HW: 251 -1/25/17 CW: 235 -7/11/2017 GW: 140 Surgery Weight: Surgery date: 7/19/17

Thank you lovely! [emoji178] HW: 251 -1/25/17 CW: 235 -7/11/2017 GW: 140 Surgery Weight: Surgery date: 7/19/17

THANK YOU! [emoji813]️ HW: 251 -1/25/17 CW: 235 -7/11/2017 GW: 140 Surgery Weight: Surgery date: 7/19/17

Update: had my preop visit with my surgeon yesterday, was informed they had submitted and I was pending. Billing coordinator believes it's a matter of a free days until they receive an approval or denial. I have good feelings about it all. Surgery is still in place for July 19th. Fingers crossed 🤞🏻 HW: 251 -1/25/17 CW: 235 -7/10/2017 GW: 140 Tentative surgery date: 7/19/17