Surgery ?

[HalloweenBaby 11]

I'm 39 and my bmi is around 34 and my insurance has approved the surgery for me. What should I expect the first week post-op?

[JanetPRN 496]

I'm 39 and my bmi is around 34 and my insurance has approved the surgery for me. What should I expect the first week post-op?

[Snufflegus 80]

Lots of rest, adapting to your healing body, soreness.

During the first week I switched from liquids to full liquids, started trying to hit my numbers with Protein and Water intake and getting a schedule for all of my Vitamins. I was sore but had no pain. Did find it difficult to sleep in my bed the first week, others have no problems.

Good luck!

[JanetPRN 496]

My bmi was 36 on surgery day and best advice I can give is to walk ASAP and often. My experience has mimicked the norm. I do get tired so make sure you allow for periods of rest. The weight will fall off but don't expect 30-40 lbs in the first month. At your starting bmi , slow and steady is best ( helps keep the wrinkles and saggies away!). That being said, those first 20 lbs will be more noticeable than those of us with higher starting weights. I wish you much luck!