Question for you post-opers

Melissa3 · May 28, 2008

I am still awaiting my surgery date, but I had a question. My DH and I have a trip to Florida planned in the Fall. I am hoping to get a surgery date asap, but if they offer me something in the 6 weeks prior to the vacation, do you recommend declining it and waiting until after the vacation?

We are going to be at Disney for a day or two and I don't want to be in too much pain walking around and going on rides.

How long did it take you to feel "okay" enough that you would have been comfortable going on a vacation with lots of activity?

Thanks :sad:

justmel1957 · May 28, 2008

I fly alot for work, and was able to feel good while traveling about 2 weeks post op. At 3 weeks I felt great. I am at 4 weeks post op now and feel completely normal. I would definately discuss with my healthcare providers and see what they recommend/allow. My Dr. wouldn't let me fly for the first 10 days.

Tess415 · May 28, 2008

I felt ok week 2, but I felt much better during the 3rd week post-op. We traveled to the Smoky Mountains about 6 hours by car from where I live. We rented a cabin with an fantastic kitchen so I was able to stick to my post-op diet. It was a home away from home!

You should be feeling good enough to walk around by the 3rd week, but I would probably avoid any of the action rides, and stick to the easier rides where you won't get tossed around. Good Luck with your surgery, hope you hear about a date soon.

Tess

Lunabeane · May 28, 2008

I am 12 days post-op and I went back to work today for a few hours. I could have gone back earlier but I have the time and decided to take it. I was supposed to drive 10 hours to visit friends on the 22nd but just didn't feel up to it. I really think that you will feel perfectly normal at six weeks out. And think about all of the exercise that you will be able to get in.

agreatknead · May 28, 2008

Hi,

I think you would be much happier getting the lap band before you trip. You will be down a few lbs and that always makes you feel great. I had my surgery in Mexico. The day after surgery I flew home about 4 1/2 hours and then had a 2 hour drive. I think I took 2 pain pills the next 2 days but I was back to work the day after I got home doing massage. You shouldn't have any problems. I'm 58 so if I can do it that easily I'm sure you can. Have fun and Celebrate the beginning of your new life!

Blessings,

Sally