Gastric Sleeve Surgery Tomorrow Morning At 8:00am

[bkeel 1]

I am having my sleeve surgery tomorrow morning. I'm getting so nervous and have some second thoughts. But I know it is the right thing for me and my family. I have a 13 month old son and I want to around for a long time for him and my family. Had a friend who had the surgery two weeks ago and she had some complications. So I'm starting to freak out, been on a liquid diet for last week. Lost some weight but wasn't fun not eating a Christmas meal with rest of my family. My first time on this forum. Looking for some people on here and might can give me some tips on what to expect from surgery. My surgeon is Dr. Barker in Dallas, I heard he was one of the best so I do trust him. This is a life changing event, my life will never be same.

Thanks to anyone who can share their experiences or offer help for me.

[Catie 0]

I'm heading in tomorrow morning as well, with some of the same anxiousness. I am both scared and excited to begin this journey. Best wishes for you!

[Less of Leslie 90]

I can only speak for myself. My surgery was a breeze. I did not wake up in any pain, very comfortable. The gas pain was my only trouble. It hurts. My pain tolerance is pretty high. It was about a constant 7. Peaks of 8.5s. Swallowing made it hurt, heparin shots and anything that went into my IV really stirred up my gas. Make sure you get up as soon as you can and WALK. WALK, WALK, WALK. It does feel better and gets the gas moving. Have some chapstick on hand, your lips may be chapped. I had some issues with the whole post-op diet, still am. It's really a mind game and it is hard at times. I am very happy that I have done it, would do it all over again. Can't wait for this time next year to see the new me!

Congrats, Best of Luck and a speedy recovery to the both of you!

[hadouni 301]

Good luck for a great surgery!

[Strongarm 1]

I am sending a prayer your way and the best of luck. In my experience I also had the nerves but all went well and all is well. Good luck and God Bless.