Surgery on Monday!

Yikes! Any last minute tips anyone? If you had to do it over again, what would you do differently the day before surgery or while you were in the hospital? Patty.

I am scheduled for wls 12/19. I have read 100's of profiles. Most people would do it again. Just say a prayer and follow dr. orders. This board is a great source of info. what makes the board nice is peple can be honest and share their experiences.

The day before I kept busy busy. Went out and got last minute supplies like protein drinks etc, had my last icecream cone, cleaned my house so I wouldn't have to worry right when I got home. I went on line and came heree and went to www.livingafterwls.com for support and slept like a baby Try not to freak, you will do fine. Dr Choi has a great rep. Monday is the first day of your new life. Smile....

Good Luck to you! My surgery is also on Monday! (RNY-hopefully). Nervous and excited too. See you on the other side! Bless you!

Good luck Bring chapstick...your lips will get very dry. also, magazines to read, won't have enough energy for books... a back scratcher I am sending well-wishes your way Dorota

hi, i had it done on aug. 7 and would not hesitate to do it again.in a few short weeks you'll walk better, breathe better, and have more energy. good luck and i'll keep you in my prayers. joni

Best of luck to you Patty! In addition to chapstick - I brought some listerine mouth spray and was SO thankful I had that in the hospital - when I couldn't drink anything it was a way to get my mouth to produce a tiny bit if saliva - Also - ear plugs were great in the hospital - it's sooo noisy there! Just remember the first few days out are the hardest and it gets easier each day that passes - follow your doctors' orders. Have some liquid colace or Milk of Magnesia on hand incase nothing is moving - Constipation can be horrible thing after surgery (or any time for that matter ) You'll be in my prayers - and CONGRATULATIONS!! Best Regards, Tammy

Thanks to all of you for your very helpful and kind words. You're all great! I appreciate the support. See you on the "losing side." Patty.

Patty, Good luck with your surgery tomorrow! I will keep you in my prayers. Tina