Bad Days? 17 Days Post Op

[anaustin 7]

So I went to the ER two days ago cause my pain was way worse than what my pain meds were covering they ended up admitting me and running a bunch of test and putting me on a pain pump just to release me yesterday and tell me everything looks normal. So far my pain to do has been low!!! But I'm crying in bed wondering why i did this to myself because I just don't feel normal or like myself. When does it get better? When do you feel like yourself again?

[ProudGrammy 8,322]

When does it get better? When do you feel like yourself again?

anaustin

sorry you had a rough start after being sleeved - being in the ER/hospital shortly after WLS

glad you are home now - the good news, you are feeling better now

no time period that you will feel better- sooner than later it should get better - having no regrets about being sleeved

try not to 2nd guess yourself - you came to the hard/good decision to have the sleeve. you will realize soon that you are glad you stuck to your decision, and you will feel healthier and happier - and will great

some people do have initial problems and doubts about being sleeved -those thoughts usually go away

in the long run, you'll realize how wonderful this new tool is - work with it, you will feel great

frequent the board to give information - and cry out for help anytimes

now, get some kleenex and dry off those pretty eyes and give us a little smile - that alone will make you feel better inside

[suzjag 107]

I have realized 3 weeks + postop that this whole thing has a major psychological impact. If u turn to food in times of emotional need you will feel a void on top of your normal healing process. Add to that some difficulties and hormonal changes and it becomes clear that this is not easy. Hang in there it is a serious adjustment and a major undertaking. Some days are better than others and yes yes yes it gets better. Go ahead and cry there is a certain amount of mourning that needs to take place. I wish u the best and obviously have experienced and still do these same challenges. Wishing u peace,

Suzie

[anaustin 7]

Thank y'all for the support I know in a few weeks hopefully days I will be glad I made this decision but it's hard when you have a harder recovery than most!!