March 24th surgery! Need some encouragement....

[richandria 0]

Hi guys,

I was reading "The big book on gastric bypass" which I love and recommend, and found out about bariatricpal.com, oh my God, what a great idea, I'm in love with you guys, specially for someone like me that does not have many people to go to for answers and support this site is a God send. I'm schedule for surgery next Monday the 24th at 7:30 am and I'm so afraid, everybody that I've talked to that have had the surgery had great experiences, pre and post op, but I've never had any surgery in my life. I'm happy that I'm doing something to change my life and I'm sure I'm doing the right thing but I'm really nervous. So if anyone out there could offer me some tips for day of surgery, surgery, hospital stay, diet after surgery or simple want to share some encouragement it will be awesome. I'm looking forward to make some good friends.

Thanks all

Ricardo

[Lorraine Stanhope 23]

Oh Ricardo, welcome to this wonderful site. I am new here also. Maybe a week. I

was so happy to read your post and know the feeling of being overwhelmed.

I don't have many people except for the new group that I just joined from the hospital that I am going to have bypass.

I am sure someone will come on and give you the nicest ideas and this will give you more confidence than ever.

I will be watching too as I need to read the letters that I am sure you will be getting.

See, it will not only help you but me as well.

I'm so happy for you. I don't have a date yet but am sure I will be like you are right now.

The team at your hospital will give you loving care and advice.....bye for now.

[richandria 0]

Oh Ricardo, welcome to this wonderful site. I am new here also. Maybe a week. I was so happy to read your post and know the feeling of being overwhelmed. I don't have many people except for the new group that I just joined from the hospital that I am going to have bypass. I am sure someone will come on and give you the nicest ideas and this will give you more confidence than ever. I will be watching too as I need to read the letters that I am sure you will be getting. See, it will not only help you but me as well. I'm so happy for you. I don't have a date yet but am sure I will be like you are right now. The team at your hospital will give you loving care and advice.....bye for now.

Thanks Lorraine, it's so good to hear from someone in the same path. Love the encouragement, please stay connected.

Ricardo

[Lorraine Stanhope 23]

you bet I will stay in contact...rest assured. I need to sign off for the night as I have to get to bed.

Goodnight and look forward to reading something from you soon.

Bye for now......

[Wallflower7522 328]

You can do this. It's probably not going to be as bad as you think it is. I never had surgery either (other than my tonsils out when I was 5 but I hardly even remember that) but now I'm two weeks out and I'm glad I did it. Just follow your diet, do what your doctor says and you'll be fine.

[sergio23 15]

Welcome I'm also new here i will also have my surgery on Monday the 24 good luck

Edited March 21, 2014 by sergio23

[richandria 0]

You can do this. It's probably not going to be as bad as you think it is. I never had surgery either (other than my tonsils out when I was 5 but I hardly even remember that) but now I'm two weeks out and I'm glad I did it. Just follow your diet, do what your doctor says and you'll be fine.

Thanks for the encouragement Wallflower, it meant a lot to me, keep me in your prayers

[richandria 0]

Welcome I'm also new here i will also have my surgery on Monday the 24 good luck

Good luck Sergio

[herrre 14]

Hi Richandria,

I have to be honest. First day after surgery I felt amazing. Second day was a little harder. But it got better. I had headaches in the hospital which were horrible. My doctor told me that this was my bodies new way of telling me I was hungry. Things the first week got better. Second week was the hardest for me. Different surgeons have different things they do postoperative and my doctor places a feeding tube and a drain. The drain stayed in for two weeks. During the beginning of week two before I had my drain out I started to really hurt. I thought it was Constipation or gas. One day was so bad I couldn't make myself do feedings or drink anything. I thought I was dying. I was getting dehydrated and I knew that was making me feel worse bit it hurt so bad to move. It started to get some better so I made it through to my two week appointment when they took out my drain. It was a miracle, all the pain went away. My doctor said the drain must have migrated. Things went up hill fast. I felt great after that. Eating was an adjustment. I was never hungry and struggled to get Protein and calories in. My surgery was October 29, 2013. I have lost 51 ilbs and I feel great. I am so happy I did it. Even though there have been struggles and has been the best decision I have made. You can do this! Don't give up and keep fighting through the battles because you will be happy.

[Bigjkzgrl 40]

I am new here as well I have one more preop requirement band it goes for approval. I am starting to rethink things but believe that this is the best thing for me to do. After years of struggling with my weight. That being stated stay in prayer and God will see you through. My prayers are for a successful surgery and for a speedy recovery. Keep your eye on the BIG PICTURE! A healthy you!

[Dolfinldy1 69]

<p>Hi guys,</p>

<p>I was reading "The big book on gastric bypass" which I love and recommend, and found out about bariatricpal.com, oh my God, what a great idea, I'm in love with you guys, specially for someone like me that does not have many people to go to for answers and support this site is a God send. I'm schedule for surgery next Monday the 24th at 7:30 am and I'm so afraid, everybody that I've talked to that have had the surgery had great experiences, pre and post op, but I've never had any surgery in my life. I'm happy that I'm doing something to change my life and I'm sure I'm doing the right thing but I'm really nervous. So if anyone out there could offer me some tips for day of surgery, surgery, hospital stay, diet after surgery or simple want to share some encouragement it will be awesome. I'm looking forward to make some good friends.</p>

<p>Thanks all</p>

<p>Ricardo </p>

Hi Ricardo. Mine is also march 24. Good luck to all of us and talk to you on the losers bench next week. Let us know how your surgery went.

[lawrencekd 2]

Hey there! I got my sleeve 3/13/14. I stayed in hospital overnight. I was determined to get out of there! Everything went smoothly. I underestimated the time it would take post-op to recover fully. But so far, so good. I'm planning to return to work Mon. Aside from occasional pains and leg cramps, I feel great! Expect a slow return to solid foods, 4-6 weeks. Week one was more broth and liquids. Im on purees now and feeling great! Good luck and be positive. You'll be fine.

[sillyolme1 19]

Hey there! I got my sleeve 3/13/14. I stayed in hospital overnight. I was determined to get out of there! Everything went smoothly. I underestimated the time it would take post-op to recover fully. But so far, so good. I'm planning to return to work Mon. Aside from occasional pains and leg cramps, I feel great! Expect a slow return to solid foods, 4-6 weeks. Week one was more broth and liquids. Im on purees now and feeling great! Good luck and be positive. You'll be fine.

How r u doing this week?? I am travelling from canada to mexico on the 25th..op on the 26th...excited and nervous..i wont hace any support there with me other than the dr and staff i dont know...lol

[Cupcake 801]

Congrats to you all for taking the necessary steps to become healthy, this is a great site and people here are great and are always willing to help, I have been on this journey for 8 months and I am schedule for surgery for May 5 and I have used my time wisely by staying focus on making small changes now, and spending quality time here reading others post, concerns, fears, as well as goals. I can honestly say that your concerns, fears, vents, as well as goals and support can be met here with these great people. You can simply be yourself and no one will judge you. We all understand the struggles yo go through and many people in our lives may be supportive but they really do not understand how you feel unless they have walk a mile in your shoes, I look forward to reading your progress and becoming friends. Good luck to you all.

[Srreeder 78]

There is a March Surgery group in the post with all of the March losers!! I would post a link but I am unsure how to!