Revision to DS set 5/8/13 with Dr Stewart

I head to Frisco tomorrow, pre-op on Tuesday, then switch on Wednesday.  Any words of wisdom out there for me on how to get thru these next few weeks?  I'm praying all goes well and I will be home by Mother's day.  Its been 15 yrs since my RNY but I remember the pain well. I hope that its not as bad this time around.  Also any suggestions on protein bars for later on when I get to eating solid foods again?

Of all the words of advice, I think if you can only remember one thing the first couple days, remember

sip, sip sip

Just lots of tiny sips add up.  Dehydration is bad news, so try to avoid it.  When you get home, even set an alarm to wake yourself up to sip. Otherwise you will sleep way too long.

 

Best of luck!

Thanks for the advice. I'm listening to what everyone says.

I had a revision from lap band to DS last Wednesday. I live 10 minutes from your hospital if you need anything let me know. I still have my jp drain and in pretty good pain at times. But I will say each day gets better. Good luck my friend you are in my prayers!

Thanks so much for the advice and prayers. I have pre op appts tomorrow and class at Dr Stewarts office in the morning. Liquids starting at noon tomorrow. Going to enjoy one last diet coke before I have to give them up! I'm wondering if I will leave with a drain as well? I guess I should be prepared for anything.

Good luck, remember that it took a lifetime to get here. Be patient, sip your liquids, get them in, and then work up to your vitamins and proteins. That first few weeks after surgery feels like forever, but once you are past it, it is all downhill.

You are in great hands! Dr. Stewart and Sue are the best and are always there for questions afterwards. The pain will be controlled and is well worth the outcome - a healthier you! Will be praying for a successful surgery and healthy road ahead!

Thank you. The whole office has been very nice. Im about to have lunch then that's it till after surgery. So praying all goes well. Thanks for the well wishes.

I hope your surgery went well today.  Please let us know how you are doing, hayley.

I'm still in the hospital, today has been the firstly day I have wanted to do anything. Lots of complications! I will update once I'm out of the hospital.