New Mexico Weight Loss Forum

I am very excited but lately I have been getting nervous. This is a revision from a sleeve. I think I am more worried about the surgery part. I know there will be scar tissue from the last surgery so the procedure will probably be longer. I remember waking up in ICU and screaming in pain. I am allergic to Morphine and that's what they had in the PCA so they were running around like a bunch of chickens with their heads cut off trying to correct their mistake. There must of been a communication breakdown when they called report to the floor. I am physically more fit this time around. I go to the gym 3 to 4 times a week and this will hopefully make it a little bit better.

One quick question. How long were you in the hospital? I was in the hospital 3 days when I had my sleeve.

Thanks again for your reply. cc

kellymb
on 2/6/10 1:31 pm - Albuquerque, NM

RNY on 12/26/07

Congratulations on your decision to have the RNY. I had mine two years ago and still feel great. I can't remember too much about the immediate post surgical needs, but just remember that you've had major surgery and to take things a bit slowly at first. I definitely see the need for a support group and will look into the local one soon. Best of luck! Kelly

ccrider
on 2/5/10 6:09 am

Topic: RE: Hello New Mexico, Hello Albuquerque!

Yep, Melanie and I lived through a nightmare with Dr. Freeza. I suppose a lot of people did. Any how this is a new beginning and I can't tell you how excited I am! A week in Lubbock will be good. I don't want to come home to early and have complications they can't take care of here in Albuquerque. Thank you for the information and anything else you can think of as far as preparation for surgery etc would greatly appreciated!

havoc103
on 2/5/10 5:56 am - Rio Rancho, NM

yes it is, we'll see you there!

ccrider
on 2/5/10 5:54 am

I am really happy about having Dr. Syn. He is so kind and wonderful! I would really like to join the group. It looks like the next meeting will be the 17th. I hope I looked at the calendar right! lol Thank you so much for the info!

havoc103
on 2/5/10 3:01 am - Rio Rancho, NM

Topic: RE: what one on this page no more,

Hi Kellymb,
Just wanted to let you know about our support group.
We meet the first and third Wed of the month at Grace Church. From 6:30-8pm.
There are people in all stages, last meeting there was one just checking it out and then there are a few tht are 2-5 years out. Email me if you need any more info. Would love to meet you at a group meeting sometime.

havoc103
on 2/5/10 2:50 am - Rio Rancho, NM

Topic: RE: Hello New Mexico, Hello Albuquerque!

WOW, I just read through all these posts!

To answer your initial question, Dr. Syn expects you to stay in Lubbock for a week after surgery.

Good luck to both of you!

havoc103
on 2/5/10 2:41 am - Rio Rancho, NM

you could not have chosen a better surgeon. Congrats! Be sure to check out our support group. We meet every first and thid Wed of the month at Grace Church on the NW corner of Loisianna and San Antonio. 6:30-8pm. Look for the L & L signs. Email me if you need any more info.

ccrider
on 2/3/10 9:36 am