Ready_Set_Lose

I had my surgery yesterday 10-1-10. I couldn't be happier with how it all went. Arrived at the hospital at 6am for a 7:30 surgery. Pre-op nurse was the best, got a shot of heprin and the IV started. They explained what the post op would consist of and then my dr. came in to chat with me and my husband and answer any questions. Finally the Anesthesiologist came in and chatted with me about the procedure. Then i was taken to the OR. All i recall is that they said they were giving me something in my IV to relax me, then they asked me to move to the OR table, so I scooted over and laid back. Put my arms on the arm trays and they put a mask on my and asked me to take a few deep breaths. Next I knew I was waking up in recovery and was super thirsty. Nurse gave me some swabs for my mouth and then a little while later she gave me some ice chips. By 10ish i was back in my room. Up and walking and peeing and then they gave me a breathing treatment since i felt like i needed to cough but was having a hard time. that helped a ton, after that I had some apple juice and then we got dressed and left. I was home by noon. All in all a great day. I'm sore today but nothing out of the ordinary. I took some of the liquid pain meds both last night and again this morning just trying to stay ahead of the pain. I have 5 incisions and after while i was in my post op room they were oozing a bit. Looks like they were sewn inside with only surgical tape on the outside. Nurse said the oozing was normal and she put some gause and tape on top of them. I get to shower today so i'm thrilled. I think I will feel so much better after that. Ready Set Lose

I'm scheduled for this Friday 10-1-10. I'm beyond excited, can't wait to start my new life. I'm a bit nervous because all of my co-workers are getting sick. I'm avoiding everyone, for fear they will cancel my surgery if I'm sick. Currently I have a stuffy nose but nothing worse, I'm just keeping my fingers crossed that is all it is. Wish me luck!

Hi There Folks-- I'm one week away from my surgery. Can't wait for this to just finally happen. I started a low carb diet on Wednesday, 10 days before surgery. I meet with my surgeon today for a pre-op appointment. So far the low carb diet has been doable, i'm a bit worried about the post-op but know that I will take it one day at a time and not stress or worry about what is in my future. I have been lurking this board for a long time, just getting up to speed on the process and am thanful you all are here, this is a great resource. Best of luck to all of you! RSL:smile: