December Surgery Dates

[tankheadmommy 94]

Well this has been a rollercoaster. First my surgery was on the fourth. Then it was moved to the seventh.
Now today I woke up to work my shift and the office manager is calling me and they want to move my surgery to Saturday.
Apparently it’s an elective procedure so I can be bumped all around....
I’m a bit stressed and anxious now [emoji51]

Good morning! Did you have your surgery last weekend?

[tankheadmommy 94]

I am on day 3 of my 14 day liquid diet. Not to bad yet. I have my colonoscopy and EGD on the 7th. More scared of that then the surgery. LOL

You won't feel a thing...you're asleep the whole time![emoji2] I had no issues afterwards.

[tankheadmommy 94]

Awesome! Well my operation is over. I’m a bit sore in my tummy. Up walking tho without difficulty just a bit of nausea and dizziness..

I'm so glad you're doing well. Congratulations on your surgery! What a pleasant surprise to get it done so early. How long will you stay off from work?

[tankheadmommy 94]

Scheduled for 12/18 RNY Starting Pre-op diet 12/4 let's hope I don't kill someone over a hot dog in the next 2 weeks lol.

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[SampTheChamp 234]

12 hours ago, Wayamom8 said:

Scheduled for 12/18 RNY Starting Pre-op diet 12/4 let's hope I don't kill someone over a hot dog in the next 2 weeks lol.

Congrats!!! I'm 12/18 as well in Virginia. Best of luck to you!!

[KimTriesRNY 1,853]

15 hours ago, tankheadmommy said:

Good morning! Did you have your surgery last weekend?

Had my surgery the 2nd. Just got home tonight. Doing ok, pretty sore on the right abdomen, I suppose it’s normal. Drinking my Water and some Protein Shakes.

[tankheadmommy 94]

Had my surgery the 2nd. Just got home tonight. Doing ok, pretty sore on the right abdomen, I suppose it’s normal. Drinking my Water and some Protein Shakes.< br>

I'm so glad to hear from you. I know you will tell your doctor if you do not feel any better. It's sounds like you are on track with your fluids and protein....that's awesome! Thank you for the update...please stay in contact with us.[emoji4]

[KimTriesRNY 1,853]

2 hours ago, tankheadmommy said:

I'm so glad to hear from you. I know you will tell your doctor if you do not feel any better. It's sounds like you are on track with your fluids and protein....that's awesome! Thank you for the update...please stay in contact with us.

Yes it’s been hard to post while in hospital. I’m not sure if it was the anesthesia or what but my eyesight has been very blurry if I’m trying to read. Doctor says probably four weeks for me off of work because of my job.

Sending good vibes everyone’s way for their procedure this month...we have a bunch.

[tankheadmommy 94]

Yes it’s been hard to post while in hospital. I’m not sure if it was the anesthesia or what but my eyesight has been very blurry if I’m trying to read. Doctor says probably four weeks for me off of work because of my job.
Sending good vibes everyone’s way for their procedure this month...we have a bunch.

So sorry to hear about your blurry eyesight...that has to be uncomfortable. I'm glad you will at least be able to be home for a while to recover before going back to work.

It is definitely an exciting time. I can't wait to hear about everyone else's experiences as well.

[Topher 3]

Bypass on 12/18/17. took a month for insurance approval but now it seems like its coming really fast! can't wait!

[ewilliams4491 76]

Bypass on 12/18/17. took a month for insurance approval but now it seems like its coming really fast! can't wait!

Who is your insurance carrier?

[Angel W. 2]

I’m scheduled for 12/8 for my gastric bypass

[TimeToDownSize 3]

On 12/4/2017 at 4:23 AM, tankheadmommy said:

How is your recovery going?

My surgery was originally scheduled for 4:30pm Friday afternoon, it ended up being delayed until 7pm. Other than the delay causing me to be extremely thirsty and a horrible time getting my IV in (1 nurse, 2 anesthesiologists, numbing, and laughing gas), it went really well. I had no pre-op liquid diet, just ate lightly the week before surgery. They kept me in the hospital 2 nights, which was planned prior to the surgery to make sure I could get my liquids properly, and I was able to come home Sunday afternoon. Everyone was right, I didn't even bother to open the book, watch tv or use much else of what I brought. I mainly slept and got up to walk. I was fortunate and had no nausea and had no issue keeping fluids down, but the desire to drink at all was lacking though and required some effort. Ice chips were great, but I know they don't sit well with everyone. I did not have much gas pain, but I did and still do have a lot of pain at the largest incision site, the one they manipulated the most, under my left ribs. I am taking the pain killers they gave me and they have been helping. My surgeon told me everything is healing well and will slowly get better each day, which it seems to be true so far. I have my follow up appointment next Monday. I do have more of a desire to drink now, but it feels like I am constantly drinking to keep up with the 4 ounces an hour which I am slowly getting used to.

[tankheadmommy 94]

My surgery was originally scheduled for 4:30pm Friday afternoon, it ended up being delayed until 7pm. Other than the delay causing me to be extremely thirsty and a horrible time getting my IV in (1 nurse, 2 anesthesiologists, numbing, and laughing gas), it went really well. I had no pre-op liquid diet, just ate lightly the week before surgery. They kept me in the hospital 2 nights, which was planned prior to the surgery to make sure I could get my liquids properly, and I was able to come home Sunday afternoon. Everyone was right, I didn't even bother to open the book, watch tv or use much else of what I brought. I mainly slept and got up to walk. I was fortunate and had no nausea and had no issue keeping fluids down, but the desire to drink at all was lacking though and required some effort. Ice chips were great, but I know they don't sit well with everyone. I did not have much gas pain, but I did and still do have a lot of pain at the largest incision site, the one they manipulated the most, under my left ribs. I am taking the pain killers they gave me and they have been helping. My surgeon told me everything is healing well and will slowly get better each day, which it seems to be true so far. I have my follow up appointment next Monday. I do have more of a desire to drink now, but it feels like I am constantly drinking to keep up with the 4 ounces an hour which I am slowly getting used to.

Wow...it sounds like you're doing great! The details you gave have me imaging what it is going to be like for me in the next couple of weeks. Thank you so much for sharing your story and I look forward to hearing about more of your journey. [emoji2]

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[kcvasquez 39]

I’m fresh out of surgery! Just got done a few hours ago and resting now. The pain meds are working great and I have little nausea, they did give preventive meds for that though. So happy to finally be on this side!