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looking for support & ppl to talk to -- close ppl around me are against this
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So, I have begun my journey.I went & met w/my...
shashaokiemomSeptember 30, 2015
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So, I have begun my journey.I went & met w/my surgeon, prepared to have lap band. To my surprise, my surgeon informed me that he feels the sleeve is the best option for me now I am scared to death & wondering if I should go through w/ the surgery cause it's SO perminate. How is life 5-10 yrs later?
UPDATED FROM shashaokiemom
27 days post
Surgery scheduled
shashaokiemomOctober 27, 2015
So, my surgery is scheduled for Friday, November the 13th---I know that might be a bad day..Friday the 13th-but I hoping number 13 to be a good luck thing..lol
My Upper Gi is scheduled for the day before (the 12th)---
I am scared to death now of the sleeve procedure--I picked up my pre-prescriptions and there are MANY nausea pills...so I am thinking, I should anticipate severe nausea and vomiting after wards....Is this so?
also, with the pain pills, can you take them and hold them down right after surgery? I don't wanna hurt....and my surgeon talked like I could go back to work in a week ( I have a desk job)--does that sound right as well?
I need some SOUND advice and some reassuring....PLEASE
I'm not so worried about being put out, i'm more worried about the pain afterward...
I have NEVER had surgery on any part of my body....I have however, had 4 babies---2 grown now and still 2 at home... but that's the extent of it...
My Upper Gi is scheduled for the day before (the 12th)---
I am scared to death now of the sleeve procedure--I picked up my pre-prescriptions and there are MANY nausea pills...so I am thinking, I should anticipate severe nausea and vomiting after wards....Is this so?
also, with the pain pills, can you take them and hold them down right after surgery? I don't wanna hurt....and my surgeon talked like I could go back to work in a week ( I have a desk job)--does that sound right as well?
I need some SOUND advice and some reassuring....PLEASE
I'm not so worried about being put out, i'm more worried about the pain afterward...
I have NEVER had surgery on any part of my body....I have however, had 4 babies---2 grown now and still 2 at home... but that's the extent of it...
Replies (2)
October 28, 2015
Everyone is different...yes i did have nausea....i vomited one time...I had pain because my doc had to cut through muscle in my tummy...i went back to work after two weeks...and im on my feet all day...I was able to take pills with no problem...but bigger one i need to take alone...Good luck!!
November 3, 2015
Thank you kattg1230 for answering my questions..I appreciate you taking the time
UPDATED FROM shashaokiemom
2 months post
Getting very discouraged
shashaokiemomNovember 3, 2015
I'm a divorced single female in her mid-forties with 4 children--2 grown and 2 at home.
I've been overweight since I had my first child, and I have steadily gained weight since. In my many years, I have lost and gained a couple of small adults.
After giving it much though , I have chosen Dr. Scott Stowers to perform my sleeve procedure, (which I have scheduled for Friday November 13th, 2015). I feel extremely scared and alone...
I spoke with my best friend and she does not believe this was the right thing to do..I have 2 sisters and I have NOT told them and wasn't going to tell them (I was having the surgery) until I seen them at Thanksgiving. However, things have changed and I have to tell my sisters this coming Sunday..My only comfort in having to tell them is my surgery is already paid for (and i mean the funds are on hold on my cc).
My oldest sister is a RN and VERY opinionated and has said for years she is against the bariatric surgeries.
I am in tears daily----So I am reaching out here...
I am getting very discouraged and wondering if I have made the right life choice..I wish the surgery day would hurry up and get here so that it is done and over with.
I've been overweight since I had my first child, and I have steadily gained weight since. In my many years, I have lost and gained a couple of small adults.
After giving it much though , I have chosen Dr. Scott Stowers to perform my sleeve procedure, (which I have scheduled for Friday November 13th, 2015). I feel extremely scared and alone...
I spoke with my best friend and she does not believe this was the right thing to do..I have 2 sisters and I have NOT told them and wasn't going to tell them (I was having the surgery) until I seen them at Thanksgiving. However, things have changed and I have to tell my sisters this coming Sunday..My only comfort in having to tell them is my surgery is already paid for (and i mean the funds are on hold on my cc).
My oldest sister is a RN and VERY opinionated and has said for years she is against the bariatric surgeries.
I am in tears daily----So I am reaching out here...
I am getting very discouraged and wondering if I have made the right life choice..I wish the surgery day would hurry up and get here so that it is done and over with.
Replies (3)
November 5, 2015
You do what you think is right for you. My mom tried so many times to talk me out of the surgery. I have had so many people say that sleeve surgery is"an easy way out"..let me tell you...nothing in my opinion is easy about this journey...Surgery hurts first of all...and you have to change your life and eating habits in order for this to work for you...You do need support ..it is important....so even if your sisters dont agree....just tell them your doing it and you just want there support!
November 15, 2015
I just met with the same Dr. I'm still not 100% sure I will go through with it. Please keep us posted, hope you are having an easy recovery.
November 4, 2016
Did you go through with the surgery? I had Dr Stowers as well. This surgery is a life changing process. Foods taste different, sweet foods are sweeter & therefore I dont like them cause they make me nauseous. Its crazy how it works. I hear everyone is different but I have read alot of similar stories on here
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The sleeve is permanent. Look into Gastric Plication, or sometimes called Stomach Origami. That may make you more comfortable with the choices available.
I am only 9+ months out, so I can't answer the long term question.