Follow up tomorrow

biggriz · July 13, 2011

Well, tomorrow is my 1 week follow up already!!! Man how time flies! Today was my best day by far. I was able to get all my fluids in without an issue and feel really good. Almost all my pain and gas are gone and I am beginning to feel normal. Looking back at it, the surgery and the first few days are already starting to become a blurr, I guess that's a good thing, the bodies way of moving forward.

Usually I don't get excited to go to the doctor but I can't wait for tomorrow! I'm down about 14 pounds since the day of surgery on my home scale so I want to see what it says there.

Hope everyone is doing good,

Mike

amybaby33 · July 13, 2011

Great news, Mike! Funny how just a few days makes all the difference in the world. Sounds like you have turned the corner and are going to sail thru the rest of your recovery! Can't wait to hear about your Doc appt...keep us posted!

AutumnBlueCarmen · July 13, 2011

Yes, this is great news! I'm so glad you are healing and glad you are feeling good! I can't wait to hear about your dr results!

Nancy Rivers · July 13, 2011

That's terrific that you have lost 14 pounds already! That's terrific news! Good luck with your appointment tomorrow.

wendy1974 · July 13, 2011

That is awesome Mike! I totally get the whole forgetting how awful the first few days were (the same way that us ladies have more than one child! :lol: ) I'm feeling sooooo much better this week. Besides the lower left incision hurting like crazy sometimes. Have you been exercising? I've had some issues in that department due to family issues and the lack of babysitters... I told my dear hubby I'm not allowed to PUSH the stroller! LOL.. But starting next Monday things will be better and I'll be walking every evening like I planned in the beginning.... Congrats again!!!

biggriz · July 14, 2011

Hi Everyone,

Thanks for the nice comments!!!

Today was a good day, I got up and felt good! I did have some allergy symptoms for the first time since the surgery I kinda hoped the surgery somehow cured me of that but no such luck!!! Went to the doctor and I was down 13 pounds on their scale! I'll take it.

Doctor said I was doing fine and everything was going as scheduled. He was pleased with my loss and everything I was drinking. I was cleared to go back to work next week with a lifting restriction and everything should be great. I even asked if I could start cutting the grass and working around the yard and he said go for it unless I feel pain then stop,

So, I came home and cut the yard and washed the front siding and and enjoyed the day outside for a few hours. Then I was exhausted and came in and took a nap!!!! Fortunately the kids were at their Aunts today so I could do that!!!

For all of those who are about to be sleeved or just got sleeved, just know that it gets easier. It may take a little longer than me or you may be up and running in no time at all but life returns to normal and time marches on!

Take Care,

Mike

biggriz · July 14, 2011

That is awesome Mike! I totally get the whole forgetting how awful the first few days were (the same way that us ladies have more than one child!) I'm feeling sooooo much better this week. Besides the lower left incision hurting like crazy sometimes. Have you been exercising? I've had some issues in that department due to family issues and the lack of babysitters... I told my dear hubby I'm not allowed to PUSH the stroller! LOL.. But starting next Monday things will be better and I'll be walking every evening like I planned in the beginning.... Congrats again!!!

Hey Wendy,

That's funny you mention that lower left incision, that one is sore on me too a little. I haven't been doing anything specific for exercise yet. Just getting out and walking and trying to stay moving. My plan is to keep walking and go from there. I don't think I'll start an exercise program for several weeks. I think you're on track with your plan for next Monday. Take your time and do it at your speed!