Back to Reality

[vballmom 0]

Had my surgery on Dec 31st and I returned to work this morning. I work in an office and sit at my desk most of the day. I am feeling tired and weak. I will make it through the day. I think I will take a nap for lunch. I keep getting hot and cold. I am starting to feel hungry, but can only have 1/4 cup of cream Soups, yogart, Protein Drinks. I can't wait until the mushy stage next week. Is it Friday yet? :faint:

[brickgirl 0]

Just wanted to say good luck. This was the day for me that I got really down. I wanted to eat something, anything. I was tired, but not tired enough to stay home and feel bad, but tired. It does all get better. I had my surgery on the 20th. Keep your head up.

[LadyTrisha 0]

today is my first day back too - my surgery was the 29th. Good luck to us In the old days, we'd still be recuperating from surgery.

I'm still on liquids though so I'm envious of your creamy soups! I get those tomorrow

I've been getting panic attacks the last couple of days which have thrown me a great deal, plus I have a varicose vein in my leg which is just painful as can be (blood clots have been ruled out). If I could get over those two hurdles, I'd really be thrilled with tired and weak.

Hope you have a good day today.

[sci gal 0]

today was my first day back as well, the only thing that bothered me was being able to feel my port, it feels heavy and wierd

oh yea, I am also STARVING:eek:

[iris 0]

Hi! i am excited and scared at the same time. I am diabetic, anyone have any suggestions for me?:clap2:

[cookielover 1]

You guys are my heros! I would have not been able to go back to work for at least three weeks post-op.

[Chrisann 0]

Went back to work today, and due to complications, was on Clear Liquids until Saturday. But even now, I can't get the Protein shakes down. So at work, had tea, a carnation instant Breakfast and broth.

Tonite, had 8oz mushroom consomme and lemon sugar free ice.

Its a lot slower getting back than I thought I would be. I am still in some pain. Have stitches right under my breasts, and actually took off the bra before I left work because the bra was pushing on it.

[lachica39 0]

Ladies, I returned back to work today, and was very surprise by the overall achiness I felt. and I was tired by noon. I also have a desk job, but was up and down all morning. I think that was the problem, using the stomach muscles. when I got home this evening, I had my cream of chicken Soup and slept for 3 hours! lol

we will survive

[Justin 0]

I was banded on the 31st. I need food. Im breaking down. Its not going well cause hunger makes me depressed. I would do anything for even some baby food right now.

[LisaLynelle 0]

Hi, I too am getting banded in Feb. and I was wondering how your surgery went with Dr. Aceves? He is who I chose to do my surgery, are you having any major problems? Any feedback would be appriecated....Lisa

[aimee 0]

Justin,

Hang in there! I could have gnawed off a toe the first week, but it gets better! Believe, soon enough you'll hate mushie food too!

It will get better every day!

Aimee

[vballmom 0]

Justin, I know we all feel the same way and wish we could all meet at a buffet! ha But we can't, so hang tough and drink something yummy and warm. Try a cup of sf hot chocolate.

Best of luck.