January surgeries?!

[CaribeRidge 104]

2 minutes ago, carolinafirefly said:

I feel the same way, CaribeRidge. I'm terrified, to be totally honest. Not the most positive thing to say, but the truth, nevertheless. Logically, it's a good gamble for me, the surgery, but I've never been much of a gambler. Even in Vegas, I stick to penny and nickel slots because risking a lot makes me feel sick. (Do they even still have penny slots?) I'm also a nurse, so I think about and see complications more than I do success.

Right now, I'm trying to remember the reasons logical me decided this was a good idea. With the Barrett's I was just diagnosed with, it's an even better idea, but still... *eyes the high roller table nervously*

I know what you mean. I had my thyroid removed due to cancer in 2005 and for some reason I am more nervous this time that then. Maybe I am older and not necessarily wiser but just a bit more cowardly. It is the right move for me. So I am going through with it but I wish I could shake the nerves. Maybe part of it is this darn pre-surgery diet.

[CaribeRidge 104]

3 minutes ago, Leigh W said:

I actually licked a Dorito! 😳🤣

😂🤣I can totally see myself doing that at some point. 🤭

[carolinafirefly 21]

😂 Licking a Dorito

I've heard there's always that one port incision that's worse than the others. I think it was the one you're talking about (left flank/side?)

[NewKimm 29]

I’m 6 days post op too. I’ve got 6 incisions and they hurt. The Dermabond is starting to rub off. Went too the doctor today. He said the soreness is normal and will subside as the areas heal. You licked a dorito and I had a piece of dove dark chocolate. 😬 It melted in my mouth and tasted amazing. I’m embarrassed But no more!!!!

[carolinafirefly 21]

You shouldn't be embarrassed. I really think shame is a big part of why I am here at this point in my life and why my relationship with food is so sucky. Coincidentally, I was just reading a section entitled "Pushing for Perfection" in the bariatric manual from my surgeon's office. It starts out, "The desire to be the 'perfect patient' is going to leave you disappointed. If your personality is one who strives to be perfect at everything, be mindful of this trap. You are not going to be perfect. You are still encouraged to try your best..." So saying no more is a very good thing, but let go of shame. It usually serves its purpose in the first few minutes of feeling it, so it does no good to hang onto it.

[NewKimm 29]

Thank you so much. The encouragement is much appreciated!!!!!

[Leigh W 22]

On 01/16/2019 at 16:28, carolinafirefly said:

😂 Licking a Dorito

I've heard there's always that one port incision that's worse than the others. I think it was the one you're talking about (left flank/side?)

Mine is on my right. But it seems from my search that it’s very common so I’m glad it’s normal.

[Leigh W 22]

On 01/16/2019 at 16:31, NewKimm said:

I’m 6 days post op too. I’ve got 6 incisions and they hurt. The Dermabond is starting to rub off. Went too the doctor today. He said the soreness is normal and will subside as the areas heal. You licked a dorito and I had a piece of dove dark chocolate. 😬 It melted in my mouth and tasted amazing. I’m embarrassed But no more!!!!

My dermabond is also coming up. Not on the incisions yet but around it. Glad he said it was ok. I don’t go back till next week.

[trasib 37]

15 hours post op. First few hours were really rough with grogginess and pain. Turned out to be from the gas they pump in you. I won the “can she pee any more frequently” award as I think it’s been almost every 45 minutes ...LOL... but feeling pretty good considering!

[Ellens531 81]

2 days post OP. Happy to be in med last night and able to sleep more than a couple of hours before someone is coming in your room for something. My stomach is one big bruise. I'm easily getting in my fluids. Each day gets better

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[KayC12019 30]

On 01/17/2019 at 06:37, Ellens531 said:

2 days post OP. Happy to be in med last night and able to sleep more than a couple of hours before someone is coming in your room for something. My stomach is one big bruise. I'm easily getting in my fluids. Each day gets better

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Same here. I am very sore in my stomach.

[CurvyMom 386]

I am still pre-op for another 12.5 long days but i have the worst headache on this darn pre op liquid diet- i know it will go away but I just wanted to whine

[anonbaribabe 236]

Congrats to those of you who are recently post-op! Hope that all is well.

[voyagerslug 17]

First time poster, long time reader :) scheduled for tomorrow and, although I wasn’t nervous, just got a call from the surgeon asking to move up my surgery three hours and all of a sudden Im all nervous! Not worried about being under just the pain afterwards ... wish everyone the best of luck :)

[Frustr8 7,886]

Well Good luck, smooth surgery and great recovery and healing. Will you be a sleeve or bypass? Don't believe you said, but I am sure you will do just fine. And update us when your 😷surgery is complete.😛