Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Don't be jealous because I know I will hit a road bump in the future, but so far it has been easy



Recommended Posts

Yep, you read that right. I really haven't run into any real problems.

I am 1.5 weeks out from Surgery and things have been smooth.

-- No major pain after surgery, other than my wrist arm swelling from the vein they blew -- still hurts

-- No major gas pain

-- No nausea

-- No close calls with throwing up

-- Able to drink fluids relatively easily, albeit slowly

-- Moved to full liquids per my Dr's plan easily

-- I am getting 60+ grams of Protein, and close to the 64 oz of Fluid (remembering to sip Water and waiting the 30+ minutes after is annoying)

-- Since moving to full liquids, I am been getting 600 to 700 calories in, is that too much?

-- Finally lost the Water weight gain plus, and an additional 4.2 lbs since the surgery for a total of nearly 12 lbs

-- Traveled to my client site and worked pretty much my same routine of super fulls days, i.e, 10+ hours (yes, I did crash as soon as I got back to the hotel)

Now, for the minor complaint, when will my wrist along the vein stop hurting? It hurts to stretch the arm out and to touch it.

OK, I know I will hit a stall, I am thinking moving to more solid foods might present a problem, I just know I will hit a road bump at some point and will be on here asking for help. But, until then, pre-op patients, please know that the ride can be smooth. I know so far I have been one of the lucky ones. Thank you to who ever is watching out for me, I really appreciate it.

Mary

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I am happy that it is going well for you!

The problem in your wrist, from the IV's?

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Good for you! I never had any problems, either. Quite thankful for that since I still don't know if my PCP or insurance would deal with any complications.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I posted when I was still in hospital that I was feeling a euphoria and was it ok. LOL I have finally had a few weepy moments but otherwise feeling ok. I am not as far out as you but I will hope to follow in such positive steps! I think it is practical to assume a bump will come but hold on to these moments and you have something to help you through.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Whoa.. You sound EXACTLY like my experience...even the IV blow out! My arm took over a month to turn back to normal. I ended up with phebitis ( because I always seem to have vein issues) I went to my PCP and he did the antibiotic and topical anti- inflammatory gel route. Almost two months out and it still has tender spots, but I'm fine.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I am happy that it is going well for you!

The problem in your wrist, from the IV's?

Yep, from when they were pushing the meds through, especially the last time it blew it out.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Whoa.. You sound EXACTLY like my experience...even the IV blow out! My arm took over a month to turn back to normal. I ended up with phebitis ( because I always seem to have vein issues) I went to my PCP and he did the antibiotic and topical anti- inflammatory gel route. Almost two months out and it still has tender spots, but I'm fine.

I am glad to hear others are there that are having positive experiences. Weird we are both having the vein issues. One of my brothers is a Dr. (anthesiologist). He asked me a bunch of questions and then told me if I feel numbness / tingling to call him ASAP. But, he thinks it will be fine.

Mary

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I have very weak veins so this was the second one that blew during this hospitalization. When the second one happened it was in the middle of the night so I just took the IV out myself and that one didn't get inflamed. The first one they waited on and that gave me trouble.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Yep, you read that right. I really haven't run into any real problems.

I am 1.5 weeks out from Surgery and things have been smooth.

-- No major pain after surgery, other than my wrist arm swelling from the vein they blew -- still hurts

-- No major gas pain

-- No nausea

-- No close calls with throwing up

-- Able to drink fluids relatively easily, albeit slowly

-- Moved to full liquids per my Dr's plan easily

-- I am getting 60+ grams of Protein, and close to the 64 oz of Fluid (remembering to sip Water and waiting the 30+ minutes after is annoying)

-- Since moving to full liquids, I am been getting 600 to 700 calories in, is that too much?

-- Finally lost the Water weight gain plus, and an additional 4.2 lbs since the surgery for a total of nearly 12 lbs

-- Traveled to my client site and worked pretty much my same routine of super fulls days, i.e, 10+ hours (yes, I did crash as soon as I got back to the hotel)

Now, for the minor complaint, when will my wrist along the vein stop hurting? It hurts to stretch the arm out and to touch it.

OK, I know I will hit a stall, I am thinking moving to more solid foods might present a problem, I just know I will hit a road bump at some point and will be on here asking for help. But, until then, pre-op patients, please know that the ride can be smooth. I know so far I have been one of the lucky ones. Thank you to who ever is watching out for me, I really appreciate it.

Mary

SOOOOOO HAPPY FOR YOU!!! :)

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Congrats on everything going so well!! I hope the future stays the same for you!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

That's great! Glad the return to work is going well too.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 1 reply
      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×