My October 16 sleevers are you ready??!!

[Mike W. 3]

Surgery was at 7:30 and was out of recovery in my room by noon. Only hit the pain pump in recovery but more because my back really hurt. No pain and I was up and walking regularly. No sleep to speak of. Tuesday started Clear Liquids with no problem and was discharged by 1:30pm. Came home and mostly drank Water and slept. Up today and I feel fine started full liquids and supplements. Well on my Fluid and Protein goals, no pain, no nausea, no vomiting. So far, so good. My support network says I'll have bad days, and I don't doubt that, but I'm off to a good start

[KDBaker 70]

Anyone else's stomach sound like there's a wookie in there after having one of the Protein Shakes? Thinking of naming my stomach Chewbacca.

I've got some abdominal pain too. Feels like it's mostly muscular though. The incisions don't hurt.

Edited October 18, 2017 by KDBaker

[Maryg4282 11]

My surgery went well. I don't feel like I'm having wound pain. I did start yesterday with cramping, sometimes when drinking and then sometimes without intake. My surgery was at 715 and I was in my room around noon. Came home yesterday morning. Wasn't prepared for the extreme nausea I had when I woke up from anesthesia.

[Maryg4282 11]

How much fluids is everyone getting in?

[Rainbow_Warrior 996]

1 hour ago, Maryg4282 said:

How much fluids is everyone getting in?

It's exactly a week to the moment that my anaesthetic was being set up prior to my operation. (It's 7:50am in eastern Australia on Thursday 19th.)

I have had all six days since with intakes of 1785mL to 2250mL (seven to nine standard cups/tumblers) ... made up of Water to make Soups, Protein Shakes and mix up cordials as well as tea and bottled water.

I'm finding this okay but I suspect I could move a bit higher.

I have my first scheduled visit post-op with counsellor (9am), dietitian (9:45am) and surgeon (10:30am) next Monday (23rd Oct) at the weight-loss clinic. I'm sure they'll discuss my diet diary and give ongoing advice.

My second scheduled visit was booked yesterday for Monday 6th Nov.

[Maryg4282 11]

Wow I'm not even getting half of that! Have you had any cramping?

[jbs419 3]

Wow I'm not even getting half of that! Have you had any cramping?

Me either Maryg, it's been a struggle getting my fluids, at least the nausea is gone. The pain is so bad, but everyone says the pain will pass. Looking forward to then.


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[Maryg4282 11]

Is your pain like cramping?

[jbs419 3]

Yes, a sharpe cramp like pain at my breast bone and through to my back, it hurts so bad I don't want to take in any liquids. Even the slightest anout of Water will do it, and then it comes in waves, I'm pretty miserable right now.

Yes, I do too, my surgery was Oct. 16 at 7:30 I was fine in the hospital, but last night the pain and nausea were rough. I called my doctor and he said because I was

[Maryg4282 11]

It sounds like we're both going through the same thing. I feel like I would be feeling great if not for the cramping.

[jbs419 3]

Yes, I think so too, I just took some pain meds and I feel a little better. Everyone I've been talking to tells me this will pass and it will get better.

[BDME 138]

You guys will do great!! 5 days post op and I don't regret my decision one bit. I highly recommend you take a heating pad with you for your back!! It was so comforting for me after surgery [emoji4] Good luck everyone!


Sleeved 10/10/17 • HW 280 (3/1/17) • SW 259 (10/10) • GW 180 (TBD)

I second the heating pad! I didn’t use mine until I got home but I wish I would have brought it with me! They’re a life saver. Placing the warmth over your tummy helps with reflux and aids digestion

[Rainbow_Warrior 996]

3 hours ago, Maryg4282 said:

Wow I'm not even getting half of that! Have you had any cramping?

Were you asking me? Or was your comment for someone above me?

[Journey2FeelGood 6]

Congrats to you all! I was sleeved on the 13th!

I was sleeved on 13th too! How are you feeling?

[Maryg4282 11]

Ok, October 16 sleevers; have any of you had a bowel movement yet? And is anyone drinking coffee?

Edited October 20, 2017 by Maryg4282