Mission Complete
Well my Lap RNY is over. I'm now 3 days post op. I feel great. No complications. The Dr had some problems getting me reconnected so the surgery took about 3 1/2 hours, but all came out ok. I'm in no real pain. Some discomfort from gas (constipation), but that too shall pass. I know it's still early but I can't eat much or drink much yet. No problems, everything goes down fine but just no desire to eat or drink. I'm able to walk a lot. I feel comfortable walking. I sleept in the recliner downstairs last night. Laying on my back makes it a little hard to get out of bed from that position. No problem just standing up.
The hospital stay: Fantastic. Those Doctors, Nurses and corpsmen at the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth were all just too professional. They made me feel so confident in every thing they did.
My biggest fear was going to be the catheter. I'm a wimp when it comes to that. But no problems. I was sure glad it was in so I didn't have to get up and it came out with no pain or discomfort. I still have my JT tube (drain) in, It won;t be taken out for another week.
Thanks for all your support and messages this past week.
The Quest: "To live longer, happier and healthier"
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on 12/7/07 2:30 am - Upstate, NY
on 12/7/07 2:30 am - Upstate, NY
You're a loser!!!!
Congrats. i am glad that your surgery was successful. Now the work begins.
OT: I lived in Hampton while stationed at Portsmouth Naval Hospital.
Congrats. i am glad that your surgery was successful. Now the work begins.
OT: I lived in Hampton while stationed at Portsmouth Naval Hospital. 
Bill, Sounds like you are off to a Great Start! Take it easy for a while, and get what rest you can. Hollar if you need anything! Best Wishes- Dx
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