Recovering And Realizing

[KK66 61]

Hi everyone.

I had been thinking about weightless surgery for about 5 years. I guess my final decision to move forward was the birth of my granddaughter, Gabby who turns 3 on Christmas Day, coupled with the fact that i have had hip dysplasia since childhood, and now my left hip needs replacing. I am only 46 years old, and this is no way to live. I want to be the cool Mimi to Gabby that she deserves. I need to be in good shape, both mentally and physically to do that. I am also hopeful that the hip pain will be decreased with the weight loss.

I had my VSG two days ago, and I cannot believe that part is over. When the day was approaching, I was beginning to have doubts. The thought of removing most of my stomach was gut wrenching (pardon the pun).

Well, it's all over now and I am recovering nicely. My incisional sites do not have any pain, but my new stomach doesn't seem to like cold liquids at all. It seizes up and cramps with each sip. Pain lasts only about 4-6 seconds, but it tends to take my breath away

I start my full liquids and supplements tomorrow--actually looking forward to having some SF pudding, Campbells Tomato Soup and my Protein Shakes. I am sick of broth, SF drinks and Jello (ick!)

My boyfriend of six years has been awesome throughout all of this.

I wish everyone well in their journey as well!

[ProudGrammy 8,322]

need to be in good shape, both mentally and physically- recovering nicely.

NEWBIE

welcome to SLEVELAND, take off your coat and stay awhile

sounds like things are moving along well.

understand those "doubt" feelings you had pre-op, glad you are happy post op

with weight loss - so many health issues improve - hopefully this will help your hip issue - if you need that hip replacement - weighing less, will help you, healing PT et al

you being on full liquids - you will be very happy - improvement from only broth!!!!

ahhhh, i see your boyfriend is not only very helpful, which is great - he's a looker too

"one" of the reasons having WLS - changing and improving your life - also doing this for cute little grand-daughter Gabby!!! what a lady you are!!!!

you already are that "cool Mimi" for Gabby - now you can enjoy her more and more as you get healthier - you will both be happy for you -

what a great Christmas present you got 3 years ago!!!! a first grand-child!!!!

take care

good luck

speedy recovery

[KK66 61]

Thanks for such a sweet response! Did you retain a huge amy of Fluid post op? I am a nurse, and I am used to my patients experiencing this after surgery, but I have seriously gained about 8 lbs in fluid!

I feel like a bowl of jello...hope I will diurese over the next week or so!

[ProudGrammy 8,322]

retain Fluid post op? gained about 8 lbs in fluid!

KK66

i did retain Water post surgery

didn't gain weight - but didn't lose either for a few days

weight it will come off as soon as its ready to, in its own sweet time

your observation about water/fluid temperatures, some people's tummy don't like extreme temperatures like hot or cold - they have said they drink Water at room temperature and things work better for them

continued good wishes with recovery - and the gradual eating of "real" food - you'll start to feel like a happy camper

good luck newbie