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Hey gang. I know I haven't posted much but I've sure been reading a lot of posts and it has sure been helpful. I'm on my way to the hospital to finally get this done and have to say, I'm nervous. I know everything will turn out fine but I can't quite convince my anxiety of this. Anyway, thanks again to all you have given pre-op advice and now I'll been needing some post-op advice and some support. I'm ready to loose this damn weight!!

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Hey there! Happy Monday, I'm on my way to surgery today also....EXCITED AND NERVOUS all at the same time..... so ready though ????????

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Well Everyone,

Tomorrow morning is my big day! I'm really excited, I'm doing more cat napping than really sleeping, but I figured this was probably normal seeing how my adrenaline is pumping so much! I got on the scale yesterday morning, and with this clear liquid diet, I have already lost 11 LBS, from 266 down to 255. I can even tell in my clothing that I have lost weight. I know this is just the beginning of BETTER THINGS TO COME!!! YAY!! Task for today is to PACK my small bag for the hospital & big bag for my stay at my daughter's after leaving the hospital. I will do my best to check in with everyone BEFORE & AFTER and I continue to pray US ALL success on our journeys. Have an amazing day!!!

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Good luck, and congratulations because you're going to do FANTASTIC!

Definitely keep us posted on your progress. We can all do this!

Don't look back, turn the page, and let your next chapter begin!

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Had my surgery on the 14th. 4 days post op and have lost 4#. Doesn't seem like much but at least it is going the right way. I have not had any problems getting in my fluids or protien at this point. Still having some pain in the incisions, but no nausea. However, I think I am having an allergic reaction to whatever they used to close my incisions! There is a red ring around each of them, and they itch like crazy! No swelling, tenderness or discharge so I don't think it is infection. Anyone else have issues with this!

I had my VSG surgery on December 14th too. I'm having a similar experience with itching and redness at my incision sites, which I believe is normal. I have to keep reminding myself not to scratch.

I've been finding some relief by very gently washing my stomach with soap and warm Water.

Hopefully it will help you too.

Don't look back, turn the page, and let your next chapter begin!

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I'm sending prayers and well wishes to all of those getting sleeved today. Trust In God and relax. You are about to be on the losers bench. Congrats

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Hey gang. I know I haven't posted much but I've sure been reading a lot of posts and it has sure been helpful. I'm on my way to the hospital to finally get this done and have to say, I'm nervous. I know everything will turn out fine but I can't quite convince my anxiety of this. Anyway, thanks again to all you have given pre-op advice and now I'll been needing some post-op advice and some support. I'm ready to loose this damn weight!!

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Good luck Cary!

Your nervousness is totally normal, but don't worry because you're going to do AMAZING!

I was so nervous the morning of my surgery (Dec 14) that I had to be talked out of backing out by my surgeon, and now I'm so happy and thankful that I went through with the procedure. I've had no real pain, just a little soreness, and now since surgery I've lost 13 pounds.

Definitely keep us all posted on your progress. We can all do this!

Don't look back, turn the page, and let your next chapter begin!

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Hey there! Happy Monday, I'm on my way to surgery today also....EXCITED AND NERVOUS all at the same time..... so ready though ????????

AWESOME! You're gonna totally ROCK this!

Good luck and remember to keep us posted on your progress!

We can all do this!

Don't look back, turn the page, and let your next chapter begin!

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Finally heard back from my dr. And he said i was having an allergic reaction to the adhesive they had used. Told me to take it off, wash the incisions, and cover them with bandaids. I did that, and it is helping. One less thing to worry about!

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Had my surgery on the 14th. 4 days post op and have lost 4#. Doesn't seem like much but at least it is going the right way. I have not had any problems getting in my fluids or protien at this point. Still having some pain in the incisions, but no nausea. However, I think I am having an allergic reaction to whatever they used to close my incisions! There is a red ring around each of them, and they itch like crazy! No swelling, tenderness or discharge so I don't think it is infection. Anyone else have issues with this!

I had my VSG surgery on December 14th too. I'm having a similar experience with itching and redness at my incision sites, which I believe is normal. I have to keep reminding myself not to scratch.

I've been finding some relief by very gently washing my stomach with soap and warm Water.

Hopefully it will help you too.

Don't look back, turn the page, and let your next chapter begin!

Hey! I think this is normal (but you could check with your surgeon to be safe.) my incisions were glued shut and they're a bit red around them and they're also so itchy it's driving me nuts! Lol. But, itching is a good sign! It's a sign of healing. Try your hardest not to scratch so that you don't get an infection. Maybe lightly tap them over your clothes (not directly skin to skin contact to reduce possible infections). My mom is a nurse and says my incisions look great. Feel free to post a pic and I can see if mine are similar! :)

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Finally heard back from my dr. And he said i was having an allergic reaction to the adhesive they had used. Told me to take it off, wash the incisions, and cover them with bandaids. I did that, and it is helping. One less thing to worry about!

Didn't notice this before I posted. But I'm glad you're doing better!

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Finally heard back from my dr. And he said i was having an allergic reaction to the adhesive they had used. Told me to take it off, wash the incisions, and cover them with bandaids. I did that, and it is helping. One less thing to worry about!

Didn't notice this before I posted. But I'm glad you're doing better!

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Omg ... too funny...when your sleeve refuses to let anything down... I think you have my sleeve on that pic, lol cuz she is super stubborn , lol.

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