June Surgeries

[Nsch1018 31]

2 hours ago, It’sMe said:

Thanks so much! How are you feeling? I wish I could fly home the day they do my IV fluids mostly because I’ll just want to get home. But they said I need to stay that night. I’ll probably be glad of that when the time comes. I am going alone and using their companion care which also makes me nervous to have a stranger in my hotel room, but I’m sure it will be ok. I’m also trying to think about what to pack that still keeps me at one small bag.

Did you lose a lot on the pre-op diet? I am at BMI 35 now and am not sure what I’ll lose in pre-op. I start that diet on Tuesday.

Hope you are recovering well!

I’m feeling much better than I anticipated. For me, the pain was not bad at all. If I was laying perfectly still, I could not feel a thing. The strongest pain meds I took were Tramadol and I only took those for the first 12 hours and then just at night for the first two nights. For me, the key was getting up and walking. Also getting my back pounded on to get rid of gas pains.

I had a companion traveling with me but the patient staying in the room next door to me took advantage of the companion care and it was a really great experience. Out of towners all stay on the third floor of the hotel and you’ll see several walking the halls at all hours. Also the hotel rooms all have a section separate from the bed area that has sofa, etc. so there is some space. The visit from Nurses the evening after surgery for IV of fluids and anti nausea drugs was the best thing ever.

I don’t know how long your journey home is, but I had two flights — 4 1/2 and then 1 hour — and I believe the timing was about right. It was really good to shower in my own bathroom and sleep in my own bed.

my BMI was not as low as yours I think it was at 38, and I’m only 5’ 2” so I wasn’t expecting to lose much. I lost about five pounds from the time I started two week pre-op diet and the day before surgery. I was happy with that and as of today have lost a total of 10 pounds. WARNING - Blossom will weigh you the day after surgery when you go in for IV and final visit. I gained a pound but totally expected that because of all the IVs I got from surgery.

feel free to ask any other questions and I’ll be happy to share my experience. So far it’s been great!

[Sch902 7]

My surgery date is June 21st! I start my pre-op diet tomorrow for two weeks. I'm ready for this new journey but nervous...mostly about this preop diet 😂

[1979grit 9]

My surgery is June 15th. I am on day 6 of my pre op diet. I am allowed to have 1 Protein Shake and 3oz low-fat meat with 1/2 non starch veggies. Then the sugar free Jello, broth, Water, etc.

I’ve been sticking to plan up until today. I had 6 crackers with hella good dip. Now I am back on track. Could this screw up my surgery?

[Iluvbats 51]

I am 10 days out and REALLY struggling with this pre-op diet. 2 shakes a day and one meal. It's killing me. Last night I fell off the wagon and had crackers and Philly cream cheese and today I had a spoon full of macaroni cheese! I don't even like macaroni cheese! I have to get through the rest of this day and 9 more. Thankfully I'm not hungry right now but this is hard. If I could do this diet, I wouldn't need surgery!

[endzone 55]

I’m on day 4 and it’s three shakes a day and some vegetables.....sucks!!!

[ShoppGirl 4,790]

9 minutes ago, endzone said:

I’m on day 4 and it’s three shakes a day and some vegetables.....sucks!!!

Eye on the prize. It will be worth it.

[pmorgan315 46]

On 5/14/2021 at 4:18 PM, Nsch1018 said:

Hi Everyone!

how wonderful to have found this forum!

My surgery is scheduled for June 1st. Not nervous, just ready to have it and then be able to live! So glad to have found this forum to be able share with others. I may be a bit older than many of you — I’m 62. I just retired and have helping to take care of grandchildren.

My main goals are to stop the beginnings of joint pain, high blood pressure, etc. I also want to be able to run and play with my grandkids for many years.

I have a hiatal hernia that is going to b3 repaired at the same time. Anyone else with this issue?

I had gastric sleeve on May 26th. My surgeon repaired a hernia that I didn’t even know I had. I did not find any issue during recovery from the surgery. I was tender in my upper abdomen and had IV pain meds and anti-nausea meds in the hospital. Have not needed any since being home. I found at a week out that I felt back to normal - however my energy level is still low. My surgeon took me off my Vitamins, Iron supplements and Vitamin D for a bit to keep from having bouts of nausea which I hear can happen. Wishing you all the luck in recovery astern your procedure!

[It’sMe 14]

5 hours ago, Nsch1018 said:

I’m feeling much better than I anticipated. For me, the pain was not bad at all. If I was laying perfectly still, I could not feel a thing. The strongest pain meds I took were Tramadol and I only took those for the first 12 hours and then just at night for the first two nights. For me, the key was getting up and walking. Also getting my back pounded on to get rid of gas pains.

I had a companion traveling with me but the patient staying in the room next door to me took advantage of the companion care and it was a really great experience. Out of towners all stay on the third floor of the hotel and you’ll see several walking the halls at all hours. Also the hotel rooms all have a section separate from the bed area that has sofa, etc. so there is some space. The visit from Nurses the evening after surgery for IV of fluids and anti nausea drugs was the best thing ever.

I don’t know how long your journey home is, but I had two flights — 4 1/2 and then 1 hour — and I believe the timing was about right. It was really good to shower in my own bathroom and sleep in my own bed.

my BMI was not as low as yours I think it was at 38, and I’m only 5’ 2” so I wasn’t expecting to lose much. I lost about five pounds from the time I started two week pre-op diet and the day before surgery. I was happy with that and as of today have lost a total of 10 pounds. WARNING - Blossom will weigh you the day after surgery when you go in for IV and final visit. I gained a pound but totally expected that because of all the IVs I got from surgery.

feel free to ask any other questions and I’ll be happy to share my experience. So far it’s been great!

Wow! 10 pounds already. Great job!! Thanks for your encouragement. Sending some back your way, too!! Hope you continue to heal and feel good!

[pk88 147]

On 6/5/2021 at 11:58 PM, aspa said:

Hello. I am Aspasia from Greece. Yesterday I left the hospital very happy and in an exciting mood. It's my first day at home and my emotions are mixed. It does not hurt at all, just a little itching at the points of incision and drainage. But I'm worried about what I should do.

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Drink plenty of fluids, get in as much Protein as possible. Follow your surgical team's and dietician's plan. Walk, even short distances. It aides in healing and in moving fluids through your body. Be kind to yourself and remember that surgery is just a tool. To make it an effective tool, you'll need to treat it well, use it correctly and trust that it takes some time to become proficient at it. Wishing you well!

[lekcir 19]

GOOD LUCK TOMORROW. its well worth it

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[Jessyr702 4]

Hi Everyone ! I am scheduled for June 23rd! started liquid diet today 6/7/2021

[ShoppGirl 4,790]

35 minutes ago, Jessyr702 said:

Hi Everyone ! I am scheduled for June 23rd! started liquid diet today 6/7/2021

Congrats. 🍾

[Jessyr702 4]

@ShoppGirl thank you!

[Jessyr702 4]

@Sch902 Good luck !!! first day of liquid diet for me too.. i'm scheduled on the 23rd

[PhenomenalWoman 32]

20 hours ago, Sch902 said:

My surgery date is June 21st! I start my pre-op diet tomorrow for two weeks. I'm ready for this new journey but nervous...mostly about this preop diet 😂

I am scheduled for the 21st too! I started my pre-op a week early, as I need to be under a certain weight by my pre-op appointment on the 15th. I figure what I can do for two weeks, I can do for three weeks too. I have another 4 pounds to go before my weight in. Nights seem to be the hardest for me, as my mind wonders to worry/hunger/and a lot of what-ifs. During the day I am able to keep myself occupied and on a little schedule of when to drink my shakes and my alternatives. My doctor requires only liquids (no meals, no veggies, etc.) so I am little jealous of those that are able to have some variety. But, it is what it is. We got this!