Follow A Sleever From Day 1 to 1 Year

[ChangingMeForMe 30]

Hope all went well and ur doing good

[Jerziegirl 42]

I did it!!!! Pain level was high when I woke up. They gave me meds and they helped a lot!!! Now, I'm just on Torradol because I want to get better and go home! So far, it's been a very good experience.

[Pkdvm 175]

So great to hear that you're ok. Hope your pain control continues to improve and that you're home to your family soon.

[Jerziegirl 42]

Thank you!! I'm hoping yo go home tomorrow. I've been walking the halls a lot and it really does make a difference!

[Chelenka 827]

Glad to learn your surgery went well. Hope you go home today.

[Jerziegirl 42]

I came home this afternoon. Believe it or not, I feel better when I move around. When I sit it lay down, I get stuff and then I hurt. I've never realized how many food commercials there are when you can't eat. This is how I feel.... I want to taste something...pizza, ravioli, egg with ham....something! I can't lie I WANT to eat! However, I FEEL like I don't want to even drink my 4 ounces that I have to. I know it sounds strange but that's how I feel. Looking forward to soft and mushy foods!

[Pkdvm 175]

Glad to hear that you are home and doing well. I know what you mean about the food commercials-every time I'm recovering from a GI bug or fasting for some reason, they drive me crazy!

[Chelenka 827]

I felt the same way after coming home. I was ravenous so that first week of Clear Liquids was hard. Hang in there. Try to keep your mind occupied with other things and that will help the time pass mire quickly.

[Jerziegirl 42]

6 Days post op! Down 14 pounds since starting 2 week PreOp liquids. Overall feel good but get tired very easily. I'm starting to feel good about my decision now that I'm getting back to feeling like myself. It really wasn't painful much. I only took pain meds the day of surgery and two days after. Then I took Tylenol on the 4th day and haven't taken anything since. I'm moving around good but like I said, I get weak after doing too much because of my limited intake. But, so far so good!

[Pkdvm 175]

Hi, Jerziegirl

I've been wondering how you were feeling, glad to hear that your pain has been very manageable. No wonder you're feeling weak. When do you start on Protein drinks?

I know that the post op diet is designed to allow your stomach to heal properly, but it also seems like it's hitting a restart button on your metabolism. A profound change that allows a new system to function well.

Anyway, I hope your recovery continues smoothly.

Phyllis

[Chelenka 827]

Be patient with yourself. You are doing great! I was exhausted for about a month post-op. Just part of the healing process I thought.

[Todsednok 1]

I am about to be scheduled for the sleeve. I had a similar experience with the lap band and can't wait to get it removed. Even with a little fill, I still have to vomit occasionally. I look forward to following your experiences.

[Jerziegirl 42]

1 week Post-op. I'm down 15 pounds total. I feel good and I'm trying to get out more so I can be good to go back to work early. Just sore near belly button incision but otherwise doing good. I am still only drinking Protein Drinks, broth and Jello. Looking forward to 2 weeks post op so I can eat soft and mushy.

[Jerziegirl 42]

15.1 today.

[kazzygal 39]

Thanks so much for your 'diary'. My op is 4 weeks away today! Excited and nervous. It is very encouraging to read your journey. We'll done and good luck healing fast!