South Jersey

[betsy_1990 8]

Anyone here from the south jersey area? I could really use a buddy!

[shamel811 26]

I'm right over the bridge in Philly

[betsy_1990 8]

Close enough! where are you in this process?) have you had surgery yet? Mine is scheduled for tomorrow morning!

[shamel811 26]

Yes I am one week out tomorrow

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Plenty of folks here from Philly. I had surgery at UPenn.

[shamel811 26]

I had mine at Pennsylvania hospital

[betsy_1990 8]

Congrats! I am having mine done at Abington. I work in Glenside and wanted to use a hospital closer to where I work. How are you feeling?

[MichSleeve 0]

Had my surgery 10/22 at HUP. Less than a week. Pain and nausea are ok. It's the reflux (bubbling in my esophagus) that's annoying!

[betsy_1990 8]

I had mine the same day! Glad you aren't feeling too bad. Today has been a lot better for me. The past few days have been really rough. I feel you on the reflux. I am having the same issue. If you are interested in a buddy feel free to message me! It would be great to have someone that is on the same stages as me.

[MichSleeve 0]

Hi Betsy! who did your surgery, Dr. Williams? I've been walking around the block (2-3 times a day) and trying to get the liquid in. 2 Protein Shakes a day, can of broth, sugar free Water ice, water with crystal light. My follow up is 11/11. How about you?

Oh never mind. I just realized you went to Abington. So it wasnt same doc!

Edited October 26, 2015 by MichSleeve

[betsy_1990 8]

Wow, you are doing way better on the liquids then I am! Today I got 2 cups of hot tea, a Protein Shake, and half a sugar free Water ice in. I am slacking in the liquids department. My follow up is on Wednesday. I can't wait to be off the liquid only stage! I am not hungry at all but my brain keeps telling me I want something to eat that I can chew. It's driving me nuts!

[MichSleeve 0]

They told me the number one reason people go back to the hospital is dehydration. I don't want to go back. I keep a cup near me at all times and keep sipping! I like the hot chicken broth too. Also I'll put some crystal light in a water bottle and it helps.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

I had Noel Williams as my surgeon.

[MichSleeve 0]

BLERDgirl - when was your surgery? Mine was 10/22 with Dr W.

[jerseygirl0519 10]

I'm from South jersey still pre-op. How'd the surgery and post op go for all of you?