12 hours post op.

[tekjr1 22]

I'm lying here in my hospital bed the am after procedure. Feeling fairly well after what I've been through. The incision/puncture sites are the most painful part for me. So far no shoulder pain related to gas. I've been making the nurses let me walk around the unit about every 3 hours. I think it is helping. Next scheduled procedure is a Upper GI series with contrast. If there are no leaks, I should be heading home to start using this new tool to build a healthier lifestyle. I'm very much looking forward to getting in the gym to start working out again, slowly. Thanks for all the encouragement.

Good luck to everyone getting ready to travel this path. It's not too bad at all (so far).

[law001 40]

I'm lying here in my hospital bed the am after procedure. Feeling fairly well after what I've been through. The incision/puncture sites are the most painful part for me. So far no shoulder pain related to gas. I've been making the nurses let me walk around the unit about every 3 hours. I think it is helping. Next scheduled procedure is a Upper GI series with contrast. If there are no leaks, I should be heading home to start using this new tool to build a healthier lifestyle. I'm very much looking forward to getting in the gym to start working out again, slowly. Thanks for all the encouragement. Good luck to everyone getting ready to travel this path. It's not too bad at all (so far).

Glad you're doing well!!! I'll be watching for your posts....my surgery is 5/7.

Best of luck on your journey to a healthier lifestyle!!

[joatsaint 2,814]

Congrats on having such a successful pain free surgery. I remember not being in any kind of shape to be able to make casual conversation, much less post updates online.

[BladeFox 235]

Congrats and caution! I wanted to work out too when I returned back home, but because of the amount of foods that you eat - barely nothing, and low Protein, you may not have enough strength to go on your usual walks or workouts. Good luck on the losing side and take it easy.

[Teachamy 1,042]

Happy all is well! Best of luck!

[kclaws 151]

Congrats on your surgery! So happy to hear you are doing relatively well! My sleeve is scheduled for 4/7 and I'm getting nervous! Good luck on your new journey and keep us posted on your progress!

[tekjr1 22]

I went down to radiology about two hours ago and did the upper GI series with contrast. There were no leaks and I have now been cleared for the clear liquids post op. As long as I tolerate the Crystal Light that I'm drinking 1 oz at a time, I will we going home. Everything is so far so good.

[bagonian74 176]

Congrats wishing u a speedy recovery