After surgery?

It has just been suggested to me that I should research the after effects of my surgery. I think I have a good grasp on the eating thing (at least what I am supposed to do) but I am wondering how messed up my mind/hormones are gonna get. The last few days have been crazy for me so I can only pray things get better on the other side. (for my honeys sake ) Any advice or places I can go to research the after effects? Another thing I was wondering if any of you suffered depression before surgery related to being obese? I am being weaned from my meds and my head is not feeling good Pre-op in the morning and surgery on friday!

I am 5 days post op and the week before I had my surgery I was depressed and then 2 days prior to surgery I was on clear liquids and I almost didnt make it I was so depressed and feeling like I wouldnt be able to make it. But I went through it and its all better now so far no depression at all and the surgery has been great just alot of gas pains is all that I am having. Good luck

check out the regretts forum. it's more infomtive than scarry. the memorial site is almost enough to make you think twice(notice i said almost) even thouh most are followedwith, so an so would want you to go for it any way.It's just sad were all like faimly.but those are great sources.

Hi Sandra, The memorial page is under Gallery (at the top of this page). Scroll down to The Unexpected and you will see it. It is sad, I spent one whole night crying at my computer. It is not meant to scare you away, it just kind of puts things in perspective and mourn for those you know wanted only the best for themselves. The regrets forum is listed under Communities, also at the top of this page. Go to Other Forums and you will find WLS regrets. Check out some of the other forums too. Some of them are pretty cool. I am always here if you ever want to chat. I definately plan on giving back to pre-ops what so many wonderful new friends have given me. Best Wishes on your journey. Barb

Hey Cindy, I sound just like you. I feel like I am right on the edge. Last night was filled with all sorts of vivid mini dreams. My wonderful PCP gave me some "magic pills" that I am going to get filled today, hoping they will calm my nerves some... Thanks for responding. Wishing you great success! Barb

Hey Barb! It's good to see you--hugs to you! I've been thru the wringer, so I know it all about hormones. I've spent the past 3 days crying at everything sweet and wonderful. My period has come and gone for two weeks now. (ugh!) My hormones are so messed up right now it's not even funny---but remember, I've been thru the WRINGER. hang in there....The day before surgery was a tough one for me emotionally. But my first week home was great--no ill side effects until my bizarre liver thing came up. Had that not happened, I think I would have done just fine. I felt good, had good energy and was soooo happy to have my surgery behind me! I'll be praying for you--be assured of that! (renewed affirmation in the power of prayer, here!) Give your honey lots of love and attention this week---he's going to give it back to you post surgery when you need a little help. Thank the lord in heaven for good husbands. Best of luck, dear! Michelle

Hello. I was a little emotional for the first 2 weeks or so. I would question why I had done this and I didn't spend time with my friends because I felt like I was different but after a few weeks I felt much better. My doctor said that my hormones were out of wack from the surgery and it is normal to be a little emotional but that things would get better and it did. I wish you the best of luck with your up comming surgery. I know you will do great! ~Bonnie

Hey Bonnie, Thanks so much for writing to me and your well wishes. You sound like you did great and I met a girl at support group who is doing fantastic too. Y'all are my 'American Idols'! Anxiously awaiting surgery.. B