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[chrwalen 2]

I have my sleeve surgery set for March 19th but last Friday I had emergency gallbladder surgery. I just got lo ut of the hospital today. I have to call my surgeon tomorrow to make sure my surgery won't get delayed. The hospital staff thinks that it won't get delayed but I'm freaking out. Im so ready for this. I've lost 51 pounds in 2 months to prep. Any words of encouragement?

[rosehips 121]

Breathe, pray if you do that, even though it is hard to believe when the chips are down, everything happens for a reason.

If your doc says you can still do it then your original plan is still in place. A LOT of people need their gall bladder removed after surgery, I guess you are just special :-))

try to get some sleep .....let us know what your doc says.

[Kristina J. 581]

Hopefully the hospital staff is right and it won't be delayed. I had to have emergency gallbladder removal surgery in 2008 and I know it seems dramatic and horrible at the time, but it's a simple surgery and you'll heal so quickly! I was back to work in 2 days! I have a feeling you'll be right on track still and the weight you've lost will help as you heal from this emergency surgery you've had! Fingers crossed for you!!

[Snow 86]

I've had my gallbladder removed 4 months after my sleeve. Sounds to me that since you've lost 51 pounds pre op is the reason you need to have your gallbladder removed. It took me 30 days to completely recover from gallbladder surgery. The sleeve is a breeze compared to gallbladder surgery. In my opinion it's all downhill from here. Wishing you the best.

[Kristina J. 581]

The weight loss is probably the number one factor in your gallbladder issues, I totally agree! Mine came out after my weight went up and down from my lap band. Interesting to hear such a difference in recovery time from gallbladder surgery. I returned to work on day 3 and was fully recovered by week 2. Hopefully for the sake of your surgery your recovery is that quick too!

[Snow 86]

I did go back to work after 5 days. However I think I lifted something to heavy and hurt myself. I remember alot of pain when I raised my arms. Dr. said maybe I pulled a muscle.

[chrwalen 2]

Thanks everyone. I've never posted on here before. I'll let you know what I find out.