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So I have just witnessed my mum have the same...
mazzoMay 5, 2016
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So I have just witnessed my mum have the same procedure about 6 weeks ago. I'm very very nervous as she was in heaps of pain the entire time. I did not realise how much pain she would be in. She was extremely traumatised the first month and has just turned the corner now. Dad also had the op three years ago and has not turned back! Now it is time for me and I am feeling a bit nervous. I got my blood tests yesterday. I also have a tentative date booked late June and I have my appointments for dietician, psychologist etc late this May.
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UPDATED FROM mazzo
26 days pre
I'm booked baby
mazzoMay 31, 2016
Operation date is 29th June 2016 and I currently weigh 98.7 kg. Can't weight to kick this weight off! Hope my sore back disappears and lethargy!
Hope I can get into some normal shops and not have to buy plus size clothes all the time! Mum is 10 weeks post op and finally just turned the corner so IM anticipating a long road ahead! She looks so good she even has this happy dance that she's never done before! So excited I can't wait! Fear hasn't kicked in yet I've accepted it's going to be painful so wait until that hurdle comes.
I've got 2 weeks of eating before I start the shakes.. That I am DREADING they are disgusting, I tried them before! Oh well keep all updated!!!
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June 30, 2016
How did the surgery go....I'm still contemplating having it. Please keep us posted. Thanks
July 1, 2016
I am 2 days post op & I already am finding it worth it!! Hardest thing for me is not picking up my babies(actually toddlers)!! Keep up your research & make the right decision for yourself!!!
June 30, 2016
Dscott22 this is one painful journey! I wish I could have done it by myself To avoid so much pain. I guess we make our own beds! At this stage I am hating this stage. I hear that it will be worth it in the longer run! I hope!!!!!!
UPDATED FROM mazzo
3 days post
Sleeved!
mazzoJune 30, 2016
29th June, 2016 and I was sleeved! Today, the 30th day 2 and I'm hanging in there. The pain is terrible and I have been told that the surgery went well. They even found a hiatus hernia which was a shock to me. I have had some broth and apple juice. I was on a drip until now.
I'm a bit sleepy to write a lot will update soon xxxB
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July 1, 2016
I was sleeved on the 28th!! Don't hesitate to ask for pain meds while you're at the hospital, they will help!! It was hard for me to eat or drink. Walking is extremely important!! I'm still walking circles around my house!! Keep up the good work & keep us posted!!!
July 1, 2016
MommyOf4- How are you going with liquids? I'm really struggling!!
July 1, 2016
Same here!! It has taken me 2 days to get a shake down!! I drink as much as I can breakfast, lunch, & dinner, and throughout the day as much water or Powerade zero I can (which isn't much)!!! I'm taking gas-x about 4 times a day!!! I just keep trying until I know my limit!!!
Hey there! Welcome to the community! Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. It's great that you have your family for support, especially as they've been down the same road. Have you seen the Sleeve Gastrectomy forum yet? I like to share this post with anyone who is just starting out on their journey. Hope you'll find it interesting, and maybe you'll join in the conversation :) Please keep us updated. Good luck!
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