Newbie Here - Surgery 2/24/15

Hey Guys,

have been lurking long enough, but am grateful for what I have learned from your stories and journeys.

Not sure I know what to say, but Im ready for the 24th! My high weight has been 420

ive lost 26 lbs on the liquid diet so far. Having the rouen y.

ant thoughts for me for first few days post op?

thanks,

David

Hey David.  You've got to be so excited right now!  Great job on the pre-op diet.  

Is there anything specific you're wondering about for those first few days?  Really, the first couple of weeks after surgery are all about:  walking, drinking, resting.  That's really all you'll be doing.  The hospital will usually have you up and walking within a couple of hours of surgery, and it's really important to move often.  Working up to drinking 64oz a day will take a while, so you'll have to get as mu*****using tiny sips of course) as you can.  And then, of course, it's major surgery, so you'll be resting to recover and get your strength back.

I'm still a newbie, but so far this is still one of the best decisions I've ever made.  Good luck!

Howdy David!

My best advice is in my signature line!

Thanks all.

love that advice. Will have to take it to heart!

It is there for a reason!

Yes  believe me when I say you will definitely want to get up and walk and it feels good too.everything else your doctor and hospital staff will you with... It is somewhat grueling but thats what the pain pumps for use it as needed. All downhill from here you are going to love the new you... wishing you the best for surgery...

Thanks to all for the tips.

headed to hospital in a few.

pray my surgeon is sober!

;)

You will do fine. I have lost at least 110 lbs so far. Hang in there. It's just one step and day at a time

Hey David,

I know it's only been a day, but when you're back on here, let us know how you're doing.