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lynest1    3

lynest1
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I am excited and nervous as the surgery day gets closer.

I started on liquids only today and surprisingly it has been ok.

My question to all that read this is after surgery will I need help at home and for how long. I need to make arrangements now.

Thanks

Any advice would be great!

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Jdymitc    43

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I had a sleeve surgery on 7/15. I was in the hospital 2 days. I did not need help but did not need any pain meds at all after coming home. I do have a no lifting more than 10lbs restriction for 6 weeks and also was not allowed to drive per my surgeon for a week after surgery. You may want to ask your practice what they recommend or what restrictions they will place on you to decide what help will be necessary.

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catwoman7    11,233

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my husband stayed home with me the first week and it was helpful having him around to get things for me, etc, but I probably would have been OK on my own. Especially after the first couple of days, it really wasn't needed.

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gabybab    696

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It is not an easy road at first, in fact I had serious buyers remorse for a couple weeks. With every day that passes it gets easier and eventually becomes a whole new lifestyle. Know that it gets easier and you will love that you look better, are healthier and have more energy. You will start to love life and love buying new smaller clothes. Wishing you all the best on your journey!

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Mzmarthaperez    3

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I am excited and nervous as the surgery day gets closer.
I started on liquids only today and surprisingly it has been ok.
My question to all that read this is after surgery will I need help at home and for how long. I need to make arrangements now.
Thanks
Any advice would be great! [emoji4]
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Congratulations on your choice for a new life , and new way of eating. Just follow the rules and everything will pay off. I am 3 months post- opt. I have list 82 lbs and I am so amazed by it all. It's so worth it.

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Mzmarthaperez    3

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Congratulations on your choice for a new life , and new way of eating. Just follow the rules and everything will pay off. I am 3 months post- opt. I have list 82 lbs and I am so amazed by it all. It's so worth it.

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Yes sum what kind of need help. Depends on if you recovery quickly. For me the most important thing for me was keep movement, walking as soon as an hour after surgery, believe it makes a difference in your recovery. Everything will seem hard the first few hours especially sipping Water. Once your walking your body will feel so much better day by day first three days are sensitive. However you will not have any pain just tenderness ..

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