newbie New with date scheduled

[RDBrown71 22]

Hi Everyone,

I am new and enjoying what I am seeing so far. It has been awhile since I have been involved in a forum. It is nice to be part of another one.
I also have my surgery date scheduled, it is Aug. 18th. So close, and I know it is going to go by very fast. I also know that being nervous is part of this. I am more nervous about after the surgery, then the surgery itself. I am not worried about the pain or how long it takes to recover. I am more concerned about what it is going to be like after the surgery. I have read what to expect, what can happen, and what will likely happen. I have also read many people talking about their experience and I have to say sometimes is scares me a little. I don't think anything would scare me out of having the surgery, so I a not worried about that. I just hope that I am able to handle the more icky parts of this surgery.

Oh and I am on day 2 of my pre surgical liquid diet. It's not too bad as I have done shakes in the past. Mostly I just have a headache and I am exhausted.

Edited August 12, 2017 by RDBrown71

[court2180 30]

I think I had it fairly easy, had diarrhea until I started getting more solids in me, which for me was day 8. Other than being tired I didn't have many issues. I just went back to work Wednesday and of course that made me even more tired. I had my 2 week post op appointment Thursday and my Dr said my energy should be back no later than 3 months but most likely in 4 more weeks, the 6 week mark. Plus I can't have regular coffee till then so it's a double whammy! Good luck with surgery and after [emoji4]

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[SIPS in Seattle 345]

I'm 4days post op still on the Clear Liquids. Protein Shakes not allowed until 8 days post op. So it's just broth and liquids with electrolytes mostly. I tried a sf Jello and couldn't finish it. No hunger, but I am tired. Naps are my best friend.


Band to SIPS/SA-DI/LOOP DS 8.8.17
HT: 5'6 HW: 242 SW: 226 CW: 221 GW: TBD