Home from the Hospital

Dear All, Well, it's done. I had my lap band surgery Thursday morning at Zale Lipshy University of Texas Southwestern Hospital in Dallas. All went well. Had the barium test Friday morning and that was fine, no big deal. Most of my meds now are liquid and I am now on the 2wk Glycerna, broth, etc. diet. I go back to my surgeon next Wednesday. My partner was able to stay with me last night at the hospital since all the rooms are private. Everything else went without a hitch except for the meds and food I received regarding my diabetes. I was suppose to get a clear liquid, no sugar diet. Instead of just a clear liquid, the popsycle and sorbet had sugar in it. Sent my numbers to the sky. But they're back down today. I am sore and tired, but happy. I was on a morphine pump while in the hospital, but now on a hydrocordone liquid. What were ya'll on? I will keep in touch and let you know the progress. thanks, Richard

CONGRATS Richard and welcome home. .........................................................Paul

Hey Richard - Welcome home and hope you're feeling better every day. I was on the hydrocodone liquid also but didn't really need much of it - just a couple days as I recall. Keep walking and get your water in! Steve

Thanks, Steven. I have almost quit taking the pain meds and am feeling better each day. My sugars were below 100 today! I am increasing the exercise but do tire easily. I could probably go back to work next week, but I think I am going to take the full two weeks off. I really don't want to be messing with liquid stuff at work. My partner John has started to eat healthier and has cut down on portions. He is really being supportive with me. Talk again, Rich

Congratulations Richard! Hope your recovery is quick. Keep us posted on your progress. Rachelle

Thanks, Rachelle, I went to the surgeon today for my first post op visit and I can start easing in soft foods. I go to another nutrition class on February 13th and then I will start on solid foods. So far, so good. Richard

Hey Richard - Let us know how you're doing - it's been a couple weeks since. Steve