I'm back- 16 pounds lighter!

Sorry to be so slow to post- seems like everything happens at once! Had my TT last Tuesday. Have to say, for me at least, it was much easier than the RNY. Because the incision was so long, I had to stay in bed for 24 hours following surgery, so as not to pull at the incision. Dr. Coster also repaired a 9 inch hernia! I got home last Friday, and seem to be doing well. No problems eating, just a little sore and the staples will stick me every once in a while. I have to wear a "binder" (girdle) unless I'm in the shower. Since I'm fairly short waisted, it can be a real pain. I can sleep in my bed- and it was 2 weeks before I could with the RNY. Still have 2 drains, but hope they come out tommorrow. Note to Janet- take along a robe, something festive. Only a little incisional draining, and the hospital gowns are functional, but not really very fashionable! Say hi the Delrae, Ron, Mary, and the rest of the great staff in Grinnell. Let me know how you do! Jeri H.

I am ready for mine this thursday.. totally ready! NOT!!!!!!!!!!!! I heard about having to stay in bed 24 hours after surgery !OMG then about the drains, going to have 4 of them, as I am having the full belt lipectomy as well taking a robe. still not sure how long I will be in, since it will be the weekend, maybe sunday or monday out. hoping to get at least 15-20 lbs off of me during surgery, since they are going all the way around. and yes, not looking forward to the binder either@!!! nervous wreck here!!!!!!!!! ahhh! think of me on thursday! Hugs Judi

Hi Judi, Well Santa is doing a special delivery for you this year. Am so happy for you Will someone be posting for you to give us an update? Will keep you in my thoughts & prayers. Carolyn

Hi Jeri, Welcome home Bet you are glad this part is over with. Maybe someday I will get mine done also You take it easy & keep in touch. Carolyn

How exciting.....I am sure you are swollen, but can you already tell a big difference??? I need plastics but I am afraid! And I am only a year out, so I can wait awhile yet too.....I am kinda burnt out on the whole surgery thing!!! LOL! I am glad to hear all is well! Did you take before pics? It will be awesome to see hte before and after, you will be so porud of yourself!!!! Take Care and Merry Christmas Jesi