First day of the rest of my life... Take 2!

[GalleyGal 26]

In t-minus 9(ish) hours I will be wheeled in to get this dreadful contraption out of me and my tummy will be transformed into a sleeve. I was banded in December 2009 and about 8 months ago began feeling the worst I've ever felt. Nothing would stay down, not even Water. I have since heard similar stories multiple times. After a few months of appointments and waiting on insurance I'm finally heading in to surgery. I'm excited, scared, nervous, happy... all kinds of emotions are going through me right now. I was very successful with the band. Started at a lower BMI and ultimately lost about 60 pounds when I was at my lowest of 132. I never thought I would let myself gain weight again. I had my amazing son and just couldn't get those last 10 pounds off then the band slipped and I went down hill from there. Since having it unfilled in November, while the dr was trying to do and EGD and couldn't get the scope through, I have gained 25 pounds! I knew I would gain some, going from eating nothing to pretty much all I wanted, but I've gained more than I thought. I now know for sure that this is the best choice for me. I need this tool, I can't do it alone. I'm not worried about portions or not eating like I have the last few months, I loved the band. I love taking a couple of bites and being satisfied. I'm ready to get to that feeling again. I'm most worried about the pain. But I keep telling myself it's just temporary, I will heal and I will begin this second weight loss journey, no looking back now!

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[IrishGermanRN 151]

Congrats! You are gonna love it. I have nothing but love for the sleeve after having the band!!

[xena_fit 7]

Hi galley gal, I'm only 8 days out from my sleeve surgery. I had the band for about 6 years and had the same experience as you. I had minimal pain afterwards and am looking forward to my mushies stage next week good luck with everything!

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[GalleyGal 26]

Thanks for the encouragement. I'm here prepped and ready to go!

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[JamieLogical 8,708]

Good luck! I hope your new sleeve will serve you well!

[iamshazza 41]

Best of luck to you! I'm now 5 days post op from having my band out and sleeve revision and I feel GREAT. I also had my gallbladder out. Not much pain past day 3 at all.

So far I am definitely very happy with my decision.

[GalleyGal 26]

Well, I'm all sleeved! Surgery went well today. I've slept a lot, the pain is minimal, more of a discomfort than pain. Hopefully tonight will be a good night.

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[xena_fit 7]

Glad to hear it all went well

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