I'm back and thankful for my WLS.
I'm back from my Ovarian Cancer surgery. They didn't get it all, but it's only on my liver and my in it. Obviously, they couldn't take my liver, and are confident that chemo will zap it out.
I'm feeling pretty good except for the stomach upset in the hospital. It started after drinking the Magnesium Citrate, which is carbonated. I didn't realize that until it was too late. In the hospital, they kept trying to give me full sugar popcycles...didn't have sugar free, and said that's what they give diabetics after surgery..... Needless to say I had a terrible case of nausea 
and really didn't feel better until they could find a medicine that finally controlled it, and sent me home so I could eat like I know how to eat.
I'm actually feeling much, much better. I came through the surgery a lot better than even my doctor expected. Hey, I'm a feel like a veteran these days, people -- Gastric Bypass and two C-sections.
And here's the uplifting part about my weight loss surgery -- in
case you're unmotivated.
Basically, my doctor said that my gastric bypass probably saved my
life. He said I probably wouldn't have noticed gaining an extra 10
pounds over the holidays (when I weighed around 300 pounds). You
know, he's probably right. And if I hadn't noticed, I'd probably
have been dead in a few months. (Takes your breath away doesn't it)
He also said I might not have lived through the surgery if I'd been
heavy.
Ok, there's your motivation for the day -- not that you're going to
have to fight some other life-changing disease, but you certainly
never know. Three weeks ago, I felt fine.
You don't know how good it is to be back, and read all the posts that make me smile and laugh. (You guys are wicked 
and that's why I love you so.....)
P.S. thanks for all your prayers and kind thoughts. I could definitely feel them working. 
Joni
and really didn't feel better until they could find a medicine that finally controlled it, and sent me home so I could eat like I know how to eat.
I'm actually feeling much, much better. I came through the surgery a lot better than even my doctor expected. Hey, I'm a feel like a veteran these days, people -- Gastric Bypass and two C-sections.
And here's the uplifting part about my weight loss surgery -- in
case you're unmotivated.
Basically, my doctor said that my gastric bypass probably saved my
life. He said I probably wouldn't have noticed gaining an extra 10
pounds over the holidays (when I weighed around 300 pounds). You
know, he's probably right. And if I hadn't noticed, I'd probably
have been dead in a few months. (Takes your breath away doesn't it)
He also said I might not have lived through the surgery if I'd been
heavy.
Ok, there's your motivation for the day -- not that you're going to
have to fight some other life-changing disease, but you certainly
never know. Three weeks ago, I felt fine.
You don't know how good it is to be back, and read all the posts that make me smile and laugh. (You guys are wicked and that's why I love you so.....)
P.S. thanks for all your prayers and kind thoughts. I could definitely feel them working.
Joni 
Wonderful news..overall! And quite inspiring. I'm very thankful you had your surgery and lost the weight so you could be more aware. I know I wasn't aware or ignored a lot of things preop - when you hurt, it's hard to acknowledge new pains. Yup WLS saves lives. 
You take care of yourself and G-d bless!
You take care of yourself and G-d bless! Joni--So glad you are home and done withthe surgery. Glad you feel confident with what the doc's have said re the chemo zapping the rest. I love your positive attitude re how wls likely saved your life. So often I worried about that when I was fat--who the heck could notice swelling? Take care, rest up and regain your strength. Very happy to see you back.
I was told by a friend who had chemo to have your doctor write a prescription for a wig before you start chemo in case you do lose your hair. My friend actually didn't. Then insurance will pay for a nice wig.
Who says we have to settle for bald?
Maybe we can try something saucy and daring?
Glad to see you came through your surgery as well.
Prayers and (((((HUGS))))) to you.
We CAN do this together!!!
Joni
We CAN do this together!!!
Joni Hi Joni,
God bless your recovery. It definitely is worthwhile going through what we do to lose the weight and fend off other comorbidities. I agree with you on hospitals. They don't have a clue for people who have special food needs. I fought the dietician at my hospital when I was admitted for observation for my heart. I couldn't believe they couldn't send up just protein (cheese, boiled eggs, etc.) They had to send all the other carb stuff with it. I don't know if they feel a plate is lacking something without it. lol Hospitals have a lot to learn about our particular needs. They are just ok when it comes to diabetic needs also. One has to wonder and be very watchful when it comes to hospitalization and insist on ordering the correct foods because they don't have a clue. With this surgery being so popular recently, one would think they would be at least a little more informed. I finally had my husband bring me in some food (eggs, cheese). Sad...
Wishes that you heal quickly. Your body is in a much better position to heal itself now than before. That is reason to rejoice. Take care.
Marilyn
Thank you so much for keeping us posted on your progress to health.
Each step forward is one less to be taken.
I'm glad you're feeling better.
Yes hospitals do need to understand WLS patients needs a little better, but now that you're home things will improve.
Remember twenty five years ago I dealt with this problem and am here today to encourage anyone, you can and will survive this one day at time.
If there is any way I can be of help, please do not hestitate to ask.
You are in my prayers and thoughts.
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