TamaraS 235 Posted September 29, 2012 I had the worst anxiety about getting the sleeve. I have always been nervous by nature and the last three months I spent in a complete state of stress and worry. I just got home from the hospital an hour ago and I feel great! My surgery was on the 27th and they kept me for two nights. Ill admit the first few hours out of surgery were the worst but still tolerable. I was up walking around 2 hours later. It was actually funny because I was walking so much my nurse had to ask me to go back to the room and rest lol! The first few things I tried to swallow hurt but i adjusted when I took smaller sips. I dont know if its a good or bad thing but today I found myself taking regualr drinks of Water with no pain. I really wanted to post this because I was so worried about the pain and problems that can come along with this procedure. Reading others experiences gave me hope I really thought I would have a much harder time than I did! 21 IrishEyes, Territravel, FlawlessVictory13 and 18 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcwestfam 123 Posted September 30, 2012 Glad you are doing so well!! 1 TamaraS reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TamaraS 235 Posted September 30, 2012 Thank you:) I am really suprised how well things are moving along! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haragl 26 Posted September 30, 2012 My surgery date was the 24th. I feel sore but am up and moving. I am walking 1 mile a day. My problem is I am on full liguids till October 11 and I want to eat just a little real food sooooo bad. 1 N/A reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SweetC 4 Posted September 30, 2012 So happy for you. You are one of the blessed and fortunate ones and me as well because I experienced nothing on the negative side of having been sleeved. I was neither nervous or scared about any part of the process. While being rolled back to prep room, I waived good bye with a big smile. I was ready and so glad I did it. 1 TamaraS reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TamaraS 235 Posted September 30, 2012 haragl, Great job on the mile. I hope to be able to do this very soon!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AdeptDreamer 104 Posted September 30, 2012 I'm so happy for you! I hope your recovery continues to be smooth 1 TamaraS reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TamaraS 235 Posted September 30, 2012 Very lucky! I also am so very happy I did this ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleeveconvert 55 Posted October 2, 2012 My surgery date was the 24th. I feel sore but am up and moving. I am walking 1 mile a day. My problem is I am on full liguids till October 11 and I want to eat just a little real food sooooo bad. DON'T do it!! You risk leak, perotonitis and death!!! Stay liquid for your 4-6 weeks ! Chew what it is you want and spit it out. Busting the staple line is just not worth it-- however I was self pay so I view it way different. 2 mylifeinpink and anayortiz reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NickyD 45 Posted October 2, 2012 DON'T do it!! You risk leak' date=' perotonitis and death!!! Stay liquid for your 4-6 weeks ! Chew what it is you want and spit it out. Busting the staple line is just not worth it-- however I was self pay so I view it way different.[/quote'] DON'T be so melodramatic for goodness sake! Each should follow the advise of their own doctors of course-but not everyone's doctor will say liquids for 4-6 weeks. Over the top comments like this will make others panic! If the staple line were that easy to bust this would be a ridiculous operation indeed!! Hang in there-it'll be worth it! X 11 anayortiz, myafternoondesires, Jenn31MA and 8 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
teatimed 23 Posted October 2, 2012 I had my surgery on the Sept. 24th and am doing well. The first few days were slightly uncomfortable but the pain meds did the trick. Good luck all.... 2 TamaraS and anayortiz reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AStephenson 159 Posted October 2, 2012 Isn't it wonderful to find all your stress and worry was for nothing? Great to hear you are doing so well, I hope to have such an easy time after my surgery! Take care 1 TamaraS reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TamaraS 235 Posted October 2, 2012 I hope things keep progressing so well Teatimed! Astephenson, this has been such a relief! I hope you also have a speedy recovery! I have lost 13lbs in the last five days (insane) and I was able to get 8 off with the pre op diet so I am excited. Only thing is this Clear liquids started taking a toll on me yesterday. I need Protein and Vitamins, im so out of it. Cant wait til this week passes and I can have Protein shakes and start my Vitamin regimine. 1 anayortiz reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
teatimed 23 Posted October 2, 2012 TamaraS, I can't believe you are still on liquid only! My doctor has allowed me to eat Cereal and milk in the morning or cream of wheat and creamed Soups for lunch and supper...not great, but a heck of a lot better than just liquid. 2 anayortiz and TamaraS reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TamaraS 235 Posted October 2, 2012 Ya I was kind of suprised too. I wish I could atleast have some Liquid Protein. I feel so depleted and fuzzy brained. Im kind of worried about driving myself to my Dr. appoinment tomorrow because of how I feel. My husband insist I stick to the plan but I would really like to intake some type of liquid nutrients. 1 anayortiz reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
