Shocked By Sleeve Experience!

[TamaraS 235]

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!

[mcwestfam 123]

Glad you are doing so well!!

[TamaraS 235]

Thank you:) I am really suprised how well things are moving along!

[haragl 26]

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.

[SweetC 4]

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.

[TamaraS 235]

haragl, Great job on the mile. I hope to be able to do this very soon!!

[AdeptDreamer 104]

I'm so happy for you! I hope your recovery continues to be smooth

[TamaraS 235]

Very lucky! I also am so very happy I did this !

[sleeveconvert 55]

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.

[NickyD 45]

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

[teatimed 23]

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....

[AStephenson 159]

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

[TamaraS 235]

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.

[teatimed 23]

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.

[TamaraS 235]

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.