Is the sleeve the first surgery for anyone?

[ginamaria 31]

So grateful for all your honesty. It is very helpful for me to know what to expect on Monday when I am sleeved. Good Luck to you all!

[erp 2,016]

This was my first surgery and anesthesia. You can even read my post about being awake for my EGD. I'm almost three weeks out. I found the recovery room the most painful moment and that only lasted a few hours. Yes, it hurt initially to get in and out of bed and to cough or laugh but as everyone ever on here has said-- it does get better! I was off the drugs within 3 days of coming home, I didn't need them. It's normal to be nervous, I mean when I really think about the fact that I volunteered to have 80% of my stomach cut out-- it does seem crazy but even at 18 days, I already wish I did this sooner. My advice is to read everything you can so you feel knowledgable and confident in your decision. I knew what to expect. I am still a little worried about complications but I made it past the first two weeks and have had so many great milestones already. Here's what keeps exciting me, I hope it motivates you:

-I found out on Monday I officially weight less than my honey!

-I have had a least three people ask me if I've lost weight in the last 5 days!

-I did my first double take in the mirror yesterday. I am finally losing my double chin!

-I updated ticker this morning because I am down another half pound!

Good luck in your journey.