2 days Post-Op

[BigManIndia 0]

Returned home this afternoon. My story, thus far - hoping it helps...

Thu-4-Aug: Checked-in to the hospital in the evening. Some bloodwork, to ensure my numbers are in control. Antibiotic allergy test. Anti-coagulant injection. Full meal at 10pm.

Fri-5-Aug: Surgery day! Had to wait in pre-op for an hour (this is a HUGE hospital!), nearly toppled the OT table getting on , woke up in post-op, with a bit of gas pain, pushing up into the chest. Doc told me they had to push up my liver to pull out the stomach, so I would have bruised my lungs / diaphragm a bit. The pain medication worked quickly, and I was comfortable within 1-2 hours. Six incisions - guessing two were to "manhandle" my liver - these are the only two that are somewhat painful. Nothing to eat or drink - on IV fluids through the day, and night. Op started 10:30am; done by 1pm; moved into a room by 7pm. Quite comfortable in bed, except for the gas discomfort. Apparently, they pump you full of gas, to help with the surgery...

Sat-6-Aug: Slept well through the night - comfortably. Got out of bed at 7am (two incisions are still tender!) and walked around the room. On IV fluids through the day; they did a "leak" test (fluoroscopy), and then allowed me to sip some Water, coconut Water, and some sugar-free apple juice.

Sun-7-Aug: Again, slept well. Discharged at noon, and back home. Have to consume at least 2 litres of Fluid - seems like a mountain. Frequent walks around the room - the tender incisions are better.

All in all, a very "manageable" and not-so-unpleasant experience. So all of you sleevers-to-be - just smile! And good luck with your surgeries!

Great hospital - fantastic surgeon - self-pay (no insurance coverage in India yet!) - cost me around $6000 (incl hospital stay). Connect with me, if you need a lead.

Last, but not least, appreciation for my wife, who stood with me like a rock through all this, and made it all so much easier. Love you!

[swizzly 901]

Glad to hear it went so well!! Welcome to the other side.

[mamamckinzie 92]

Glad everthing went so smooth! Take care! Sip,walk,rest, repeat! And give your wife a big hug from all of us here! I know all of us are sure thankful for our supportive loved ones during this time!!!!

[MeMeMEEE 206]

Glad to here you are home and settled in, doing well. Thanks so much for sharing!! I sure hope I sleep good in the hospital - I am used to 2 dogs in my bed

Yes, BIG hug to your wife - glad she was with you through it