Had RNY March 22, 2013

[v4victory 7]

Hi All: I just had the RNY procedure March 22, 2013, at St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. My surgeon is Hazem N. Shamseddeen, M. D. I'll never forget the day in July, 2011 when my medical complaints to my general practitioner were about starting to injure my arms & hands in supporting my weight to get in and out of bed, and up and down from seated position. I was being treated mainly for complications of Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, Morbid Obesity, and severe mobility impairment requiring use of a power wheelchair. She asked me if I had ever considered Bariatric surgery, told me to do my homework and let her know what I decide. (I thought only people who had really good insurance coverage and income could have the surgery). When I told my daughters the things I had learned about it from research over the web, they became so excited and supportive, that we began thanking God continually for this chance to change my life.

I was not at all afraid of having Gastric Bypass surgery and hoped to obtain quick approval in order to have it done ASAP. I first went to the St. Francis Weight Loss Center on April 2, 2012, and returned for orientation of April 5, 2012. Thus my journey began growing more and more frustrated with the screening process I had to complete before I would be told that I met the qualifications for having the surgery. I scheduled and followed-through with the orders for lab work, cardiac evaluation, sleep study, and psych eval, but later found that the psych eval tripped me up because I had some deep issues stemming from childhood physical and emotional abuse. My daughters yelled "Mom what did you tell them all that stuff for!" It's funny as I think now of their reaction. I received orders to have weekly counseling, and jumped through all the hoops necessary to convince them I have come such a long way, and I'm ready to move-on. I finally got that "Congratulations you're having the surgery" call December, 2012, and in January, 2013 learned the date for my Roux-en-y Gastric Bypass surgery: March 22, 2013!

It was a beautiful experience of togetherness for my daughters and I in leaving our homes at 5:00 A.M. to get me checked-in at St. Francis by 6:00 A.M. The Intake Nurse was so perky and entertaining, and the Chaplin who came in offering to pray did an excellent job. I'm right-handed and they had to put the IV in the right-arm, because the left-arm wasn't showing my artery--big mistake! That is extremely awkward and uncomfortable, and any movement of the arm sets off alarms. I was perfectly calm when they came and got me for surgery, as I told my daughters "I'll see you in a bit." Surgery went just great and they woke me before getting me into my hospital bed. My daughters were already there waiting. I was not in any pain, except that I had a sore throat, which felt like Tonsillitis. I was in the hospital from Friday, until Monday, March 25, 2013. My daughters surprised me and did not take me home, but rather drove me to the oldest daughter's apartment where I stayed 10 days before returning to my apartment. It was sweet how my youngest daughter and her kids, gutted my kitchen of "trigger foods" and stashes. My daughters worked together those first few days at taking care of me, preparing my meals, and giving me the 2x/day shots.

Because I had both my daughters by C-Section, and also had a total Hysterectomy, I was familiar with abdominal surgery and determined for once, not to suffer from gas pains. I'm proud to say that I had NO gas pains. Oh, and that "Binder" elastic wrap was a wonderful recovery tool for me, because it helped hold me together--especially when I had to cough.

I'll stop here because My Story could go on-and-on...LOL

[Expat 27]

Sounds like your off to a fantastic start,with a great support system. Welcome to an ever changing life that gets eaiser and eaiser to live without all the extra weight and ailments that go with it. Also welcome to the board, I dont post as much as some but I read everything and its a great help and inspiration to me.

[cathyh 33]

Hi All: I just had the RNY procedure March 22' date=' 2013, at St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. My surgeon is Hazem N. Shamseddeen, M. D. I'll never forget the day in July, 2011 when my medical complaints to my general practitioner were about starting to injure my arms & hands in supporting my weight to get in and out of bed, and up and down from seated position. I was being treated mainly for complications of Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, Morbid Obesity, and severe mobility impairment requiring use of a power wheelchair. She asked me if I had ever considered Bariatric surgery, told me to do my homework and let her know what I decide. (I thought only people who had really good insurance coverage and income could have the surgery). When I told my daughters the things I had learned about it from research over the web, they became so excited and supportive, that we began thanking God continually for this chance to change my life.

I was not at all afraid of having Gastric Bypass surgery and hoped to obtain quick approval in order to have it done ASAP. I first went to the St. Francis Weight Loss Center on April 2, 2012, and returned for orientation of April 5, 2012. Thus my journey began growing more and more frustrated with the screening process I had to complete before I would be told that I met the qualifications for having the surgery. I scheduled and followed-through with the orders for lab work, cardiac evaluation, sleep study, and psych eval, but later found that the psych eval tripped me up because I had some deep issues stemming from childhood physical and emotional abuse. My daughters yelled "Mom what did you tell them all that stuff for!" It's funny as I think now of their reaction. I received orders to have weekly counseling, and jumped through all the hoops necessary to convince them I have come such a long way, and I'm ready to move-on. I finally got that "Congratulations you're having the surgery" call December, 2012, and in January, 2013 learned the date for my Roux-en-y Gastric Bypass surgery: March 22, 2013!

It was a beautiful experience of togetherness for my daughters and I in leaving our homes at 5:00 A.M. to get me checked-in at St. Francis by 6:00 A.M. The Intake Nurse was so perky and entertaining, and the Chaplin who came in offering to pray did an excellent job. I'm right-handed and they had to put the IV in the right-arm, because the left-arm wasn't showing my artery--big mistake! That is extremely awkward and uncomfortable, and any movement of the arm sets off alarms. I was perfectly calm when they came and got me for surgery, as I told my daughters "I'll see you in a bit." Surgery went just great and they woke me before getting me into my hospital bed. My daughters were already there waiting. I was not in any pain, except that I had a sore throat, which felt like Tonsillitis. I was in the hospital from Friday, until Monday, March 25, 2013. My daughters surprised me and did not take me home, but rather drove me to the oldest daughter's apartment where I stayed 10 days before returning to my apartment. It was sweet how my youngest daughter and her kids, gutted my kitchen of "trigger foods" and stashes. My daughters worked together those first few days at taking care of me, preparing my meals, and giving me the 2x/day shots.

Because I had both my daughters by C-Section, and also had a total Hysterectomy, I was familiar with abdominal surgery and determined for once, not to suffer from gas pains. I'm proud to say that I had NO gas pains. Oh, and that "Binder" elastic wrap was a wonderful recovery tool for me, because it helped hold me together--especially when I had to cough.

I'll stop here because My Story could go on-and-on...LOL[/quote']

Congrats to you, my new Journey begins 4/23/13

[futuremrsparker 288]

Congratulations! How wonderful that you have such an amazing support system-- shows your great "mothering" and teaching your daughters kindness to serve and take care of their mom when she needed it most! good luck on your journey!! Sounds like you're off to the best start possible! :)

[jazzyjett 2]

Hi All: I just had the RNY procedure March 22' date=' 2013, at St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. My surgeon is Hazem N. Shamseddeen, M. D. I'll never forget the day in July, 2011 when my medical complaints to my general practitioner were about starting to injure my arms & hands in supporting my weight to get in and out of bed, and up and down from seated position. I was being treated mainly for complications of Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, Morbid Obesity, and severe mobility impairment requiring use of a power wheelchair. She asked me if I had ever considered Bariatric surgery, told me to do my homework and let her know what I decide. (I thought only people who had really good insurance coverage and income could have the surgery). When I told my daughters the things I had learned about it from research over the web, they became so excited and supportive, that we began thanking God continually for this chance to change my life.

I was not at all afraid of having Gastric Bypass surgery and hoped to obtain quick approval in order to have it done ASAP. I first went to the St. Francis Weight Loss Center on April 2, 2012, and returned for orientation of April 5, 2012. Thus my journey began growing more and more frustrated with the screening process I had to complete before I would be told that I met the qualifications for having the surgery. I scheduled and followed-through with the orders for lab work, cardiac evaluation, sleep study, and psych eval, but later found that the psych eval tripped me up because I had some deep issues stemming from childhood physical and emotional abuse. My daughters yelled "Mom what did you tell them all that stuff for!" It's funny as I think now of their reaction. I received orders to have weekly counseling, and jumped through all the hoops necessary to convince them I have come such a long way, and I'm ready to move-on. I finally got that "Congratulations you're having the surgery" call December, 2012, and in January, 2013 learned the date for my Roux-en-y Gastric Bypass surgery: March 22, 2013!

It was a beautiful experience of togetherness for my daughters and I in leaving our homes at 5:00 A.M. to get me checked-in at St. Francis by 6:00 A.M. The Intake Nurse was so perky and entertaining, and the Chaplin who came in offering to pray did an excellent job. I'm right-handed and they had to put the IV in the right-arm, because the left-arm wasn't showing my artery--big mistake! That is extremely awkward and uncomfortable, and any movement of the arm sets off alarms. I was perfectly calm when they came and got me for surgery, as I told my daughters "I'll see you in a bit." Surgery went just great and they woke me before getting me into my hospital bed. My daughters were already there waiting. I was not in any pain, except that I had a sore throat, which felt like Tonsillitis. I was in the hospital from Friday, until Monday, March 25, 2013. My daughters surprised me and did not take me home, but rather drove me to the oldest daughter's apartment where I stayed 10 days before returning to my apartment. It was sweet how my youngest daughter and her kids, gutted my kitchen of "trigger foods" and stashes. My daughters worked together those first few days at taking care of me, preparing my meals, and giving me the 2x/day shots.

Because I had both my daughters by C-Section, and also had a total Hysterectomy, I was familiar with abdominal surgery and determined for once, not to suffer from gas pains. I'm proud to say that I had NO gas pains. Oh, and that "Binder" elastic wrap was a wonderful recovery tool for me, because it helped hold me together--especially when I had to cough.

I'll stop here because My Story could go on-and-on...LOL[/quote']

[jazzyjett 2]

Hi, we can definitely be each others support.

[cathyh 33]

Hi All: I just had the RNY procedure March 22' date=' 2013, at St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. My surgeon is Hazem N. Shamseddeen, M. D. I'll never forget the day in July, 2011 when my medical complaints to my general practitioner were about starting to injure my arms & hands in supporting my weight to get in and out of bed, and up and down from seated position. I was being treated mainly for complications of Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, Morbid Obesity, and severe mobility impairment requiring use of a power wheelchair. She asked me if I had ever considered Bariatric surgery, told me to do my homework and let her know what I decide. (I thought only people who had really good insurance coverage and income could have the surgery). When I told my daughters the things I had learned about it from research over the web, they became so excited and supportive, that we began thanking God continually for this chance to change my life.

I was not at all afraid of having Gastric Bypass surgery and hoped to obtain quick approval in order to have it done ASAP. I first went to the St. Francis Weight Loss Center on April 2, 2012, and returned for orientation of April 5, 2012. Thus my journey began growing more and more frustrated with the screening process I had to complete before I would be told that I met the qualifications for having the surgery. I scheduled and followed-through with the orders for lab work, cardiac evaluation, sleep study, and psych eval, but later found that the psych eval tripped me up because I had some deep issues stemming from childhood physical and emotional abuse. My daughters yelled "Mom what did you tell them all that stuff for!" It's funny as I think now of their reaction. I received orders to have weekly counseling, and jumped through all the hoops necessary to convince them I have come such a long way, and I'm ready to move-on. I finally got that "Congratulations you're having the surgery" call December, 2012, and in January, 2013 learned the date for my Roux-en-y Gastric Bypass surgery: March 22, 2013!

It was a beautiful experience of togetherness for my daughters and I in leaving our homes at 5:00 A.M. to get me checked-in at St. Francis by 6:00 A.M. The Intake Nurse was so perky and entertaining, and the Chaplin who came in offering to pray did an excellent job. I'm right-handed and they had to put the IV in the right-arm, because the left-arm wasn't showing my artery--big mistake! That is extremely awkward and uncomfortable, and any movement of the arm sets off alarms. I was perfectly calm when they came and got me for surgery, as I told my daughters "I'll see you in a bit." Surgery went just great and they woke me before getting me into my hospital bed. My daughters were already there waiting. I was not in any pain, except that I had a sore throat, which felt like Tonsillitis. I was in the hospital from Friday, until Monday, March 25, 2013. My daughters surprised me and did not take me home, but rather drove me to the oldest daughter's apartment where I stayed 10 days before returning to my apartment. It was sweet how my youngest daughter and her kids, gutted my kitchen of "trigger foods" and stashes. My daughters worked together those first few days at taking care of me, preparing my meals, and giving me the 2x/day shots.

Because I had both my daughters by C-Section, and also had a total Hysterectomy, I was familiar with abdominal surgery and determined for once, not to suffer from gas pains. I'm proud to say that I had NO gas pains. Oh, and that "Binder" elastic wrap was a wonderful recovery tool for me, because it helped hold me together--especially when I had to cough.

I'll stop here because My Story could go on-and-on...LOL[/quote']

I'm so glad all went well for you.. I hope your home healing up. I was a day after you and I am also doing well, at home recovering. I pray for a speedy recovery for you as well.

[v4victory 7]

I'm so glad all went well for you.. I hope your home healing up. I was a day after you and I am also doing well, at home recovering. I pray for a speedy recovery for you as well.

cathyh thanks so much for your prayers and encouragement. God bless

[denisse g 2]

Me too my surgery was march 22 2013 how you doing I have some problems with gas and food taste what about u??

[v4victory 7]

Hi denisse g: Glad to find we share the same surgery date. I had no problems with gas because after 3 past abdominal surgeries with the chief complication being gas pains, I couldn't bear to have it happen again. I got up and walked whenever I could. Wearing the binder made it easier for me to move around by holding me together.

[v4victory 7]

denisse g: About eating, taking chewable calcium citrate tabs and Protein Powder, I've been having a hard time. One thing for sure is I learned to take the Calcium citrate before brushing my teeth and tongue, because that stuff leaves a coating on my tongue that alters the taste of food all day. I remember some time ago wishing there was something available to decrease my tastebud cravings for food--well that chewable calcium citrate definitely messes with my tastebuds. I managed to find one tasty thing I enjoy eating as a 3 ounce meal. That's ground turkey mixed with taco seasoning mix, and topped with salsa. It really helps when people around me are eating pizza too.

[sazzygirl 33]

Hi All: I just had the RNY procedure March 22' date=' 2013, at St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. My surgeon is Hazem N. Shamseddeen, M. D. I'll never forget the day in July, 2011 when my medical complaints to my general practitioner were about starting to injure my arms & hands in supporting my weight to get in and out of bed, and up and down from seated position. I was being treated mainly for complications of Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, Morbid Obesity, and severe mobility impairment requiring use of a power wheelchair. She asked me if I had ever considered Bariatric surgery, told me to do my homework and let her know what I decide. (I thought only people who had really good insurance coverage and income could have the surgery). When I told my daughters the things I had learned about it from research over the web, they became so excited and supportive, that we began thanking God continually for this chance to change my life.

I was not at all afraid of having Gastric Bypass surgery and hoped to obtain quick approval in order to have it done ASAP. I first went to the St. Francis Weight Loss Center on April 2, 2012, and returned for orientation of April 5, 2012. Thus my journey began growing more and more frustrated with the screening process I had to complete before I would be told that I met the qualifications for having the surgery. I scheduled and followed-through with the orders for lab work, cardiac evaluation, sleep study, and psych eval, but later found that the psych eval tripped me up because I had some deep issues stemming from childhood physical and emotional abuse. My daughters yelled "Mom what did you tell them all that stuff for!" It's funny as I think now of their reaction. I received orders to have weekly counseling, and jumped through all the hoops necessary to convince them I have come such a long way, and I'm ready to move-on. I finally got that "Congratulations you're having the surgery" call December, 2012, and in January, 2013 learned the date for my Roux-en-y Gastric Bypass surgery: March 22, 2013!

It was a beautiful experience of togetherness for my daughters and I in leaving our homes at 5:00 A.M. to get me checked-in at St. Francis by 6:00 A.M. The Intake Nurse was so perky and entertaining, and the Chaplin who came in offering to pray did an excellent job. I'm right-handed and they had to put the IV in the right-arm, because the left-arm wasn't showing my artery--big mistake! That is extremely awkward and uncomfortable, and any movement of the arm sets off alarms. I was perfectly calm when they came and got me for surgery, as I told my daughters "I'll see you in a bit." Surgery went just great and they woke me before getting me into my hospital bed. My daughters were already there waiting. I was not in any pain, except that I had a sore throat, which felt like Tonsillitis. I was in the hospital from Friday, until Monday, March 25, 2013. My daughters surprised me and did not take me home, but rather drove me to the oldest daughter's apartment where I stayed 10 days before returning to my apartment. It was sweet how my youngest daughter and her kids, gutted my kitchen of "trigger foods" and stashes. My daughters worked together those first few days at taking care of me, preparing my meals, and giving me the 2x/day shots.

Because I had both my daughters by C-Section, and also had a total Hysterectomy, I was familiar with abdominal surgery and determined for once, not to suffer from gas pains. I'm proud to say that I had NO gas pains. Oh, and that "Binder" elastic wrap was a wonderful recovery tool for me, because it helped hold me together--especially when I had to cough.

I'll stop here because My Story could go on-and-on...LOL[/quote']

I was sleeved but the dr is doing gastric bypass on fri now what is this shot you have to give yr self what are they for

[cathyh 33]

I was sleeved but the dr is doing gastric bypass on fri now what is this shot you have to give yr self what are they for

How you doing today 6 days Post Op? Today was a better day for me Energy wise, even went to the grocery store, to get more stuff for my full liquids diet that I start tomorrow, my pouch has been upset all day from taking my morning Meds, just sticking to Water, juice and a little SF Jello, but even that is upsetting my pouch, I go see my Surgeon on Tues, so I will mention to him and see what he says. I hope your doing well.

I think walking at the grocery store was a little much for me today, if I feel up to it I may go into work tomorrow for a few hours, I'll see how it goes, I just sit at a desk, nothing strenuous.

[v4victory 7]

I was sleeved but the dr is doing gastric bypass on fri now what is this shot you have to give yr self what are they for

Hi sazzygirl. To answer your question about the shots: LOVENOX® helps reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis—also known as DVT blood clots—to help avoid a potential pulmonary embolism in patients undergoing abdominal surgery, hip-replacement surgery, knee-replacement surgery, or medical patients with severely restricted mobility during acute illness.

[sazzygirl 33]

Hi sazzygirl. To answer your question about the shots: LOVENOX® helps reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis—also known as DVT blood clots—to help avoid a potential pulmonary embolism in patients undergoing abdominal surgery, hip-replacement surgery, knee-replacement surgery, or medical patients with severely restricted mobility during acute illness.

Thank you I go in tomorrow