I Did It! Surgery This Morning :)

[meremb 12]

I had my surgery this morning and couldn't be happier. The pain is really not as bad as I expected it to be. I had no complications or problems. It took them 30 min to find a vein but that's not a big deal. I got up and walked today and it felt great!

The only bummer is my mouth is EXTREMELY dry due to the anesthesia. I couldn't have any Water today so I just got a moist washcloth and put on my lips/tongue. I am a bit gassy which makes my stomach kinda hurt but that's to be expected. They made 5 incision sites and they look like they will heal into a small scar. Yay

The pain medicine I am taking works wonders and knocks me out every time. I am feeling rested and hopefully I can leave tomorrow morning!

[shall0207 10]

So happy for you! Glad you are not having any complications. I will be in your shoes 6 days from now when it is my turn. Very anxious but excited too.

I wish you much success and looking forward to seeing posts on your journey.

All the best,

Sue

[HeyMo35 21]

Thats so good to hear!

[fattymcfatterson 107]

They let me swish Water in my mouth then spit it out. Everytime I blew on the spirometer thingee my mouth went crazy dry. See if they will let you swish and spit. And when you reach 5 days out be on toilet alert!!

[ladyhummingbird 13]

Congratulations!!! Can't wait til it's me!!!

[samsmom 54]

Congrats & welcome to the sleever's club! Keep us posted on your journey!

[gail_juarez 32]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. It helps us who are waiting for our surgery. I know in my heart this is something I should have done years ago, I am 58 yrs old and I want to live life normally for once in my life I want something for me and I choose LIFE.

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Congrats!!! So glad you're doing well!!! )

[meremb 12]

So happy for you! Glad you are not having any complications. I will be in your shoes 6 days from now when it is my turn. Very anxious but excited too.

I wish you much success and looking forward to seeing posts on your journey.

All the best' date='

Sue[/quote']

Thank you so much! You will do amazing. I'm not having any cravings either... This was the best decision. I hope your recovery goes smoothly as mine has!

[meremb 12]

They let me swish Water in my mouth then spit it out. Everytime I blew on the spirometer thingee my mouth went crazy dry. See if they will let you swish and spit. And when you reach 5 days out be on toilet alert!!

Ahhh yes I have been swishing my mouth with Water too. And you're right! I'm not looking forward to the Constipation

[meremb 12]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. It helps us who are waiting for our surgery. I know in my heart this is something I should have done years ago' date=' I am 58 yrs old and I want to live life normally for once in my life I want something for me and I choose LIFE.[/quote']

I couldn't agree with you more. Better late than never. You will have the next 58 years to enjoy your life as a healthy and happy woman! Good luck to you

[wishfulaimee 16]

Tatty u did it. Mine was a week ago.... Things get better ....awesome I hope your recovery is awesome

[wishfulaimee 16]

Yayyy u did it. Mine was a week ago.... Things get better ....awesome I hope your recovery is awesome

[wishfulaimee 16]

Yayyy u did it. Mine was a week ago.... Things get better ....awesome I hope your recovery is awesome

[AngelBaby 153]

congrats!!! my mouth didn't really feel that dry but they let me brush my teeth as long as I didn't swallow any Water