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MerryMary 14 years, 8 months ago

Hi, everyone! I just wanted to give an update. My surgery went fine n Monday and I am home today (Thursday). I am glad that I did it. Dr. Houston and the staff at Centennial took excellent care of me. Including the removal of the lap band, the surgery took about five hours. I left admissions at about 7am and was prepared for surgery by 8. I was in recovery for a couple of hours and then brought back to my room about 3. Honestly, the biggest problem I had was dealing with the IV pole! They were pushing so much down me, and after the catheter was removed, I was getting a lot of exercise running to the rest room. I was also on great pain meds that made it more difficult to remove my leg massagers. By yesterday, 2 days after surgery, I was itching to get out of the hospital. I was giggling with someone in my room and had been walking when they came to take my blood pressure. Unfortunately, since I had been taking advantage of my escape from the IV pole earlier in the day, my blood pressure rose and stayed high for awhile. I thought that I had shot myself in the foot and that would affect my release. However, they gave me something through the IV again and it brought down my blood pressure. I am a bit tired. Dr. Houston says that it will take a few weeks to get my strength back. I have some medicines to take and my drain will come out next week. I have got to get used to this sipping thing. At this point, I have no desire for any food. Sip, breathe, walk! Thanks for all of your kind thoughts. Mary

Michael S. 14 years, 8 months ago

Congratulations on your Weight Loss Surgery! I hope all went smoothly! May you have a speedy and uneventful recovery! I look forward to seeing you become a healthier person!

dustydeer 14 years, 8 months ago

My best thoughts and wishes going into my prayers.

Redhaired 14 years, 8 months ago

Good luck. I hopw your surgery goes well and that you have an easy recovery.

traciejo1972 14 years, 8 months ago

best wishes! Keep your eye on the prize!

Eileen_nc 14 years, 8 months ago

best of luck & wishing you a speedy recovery

Fade2Pink 14 years, 8 months ago

Wishing you well, Mary, on your DS. I hope your surgery goes well and your recovery smooth and uneventful. Best wishes.

LaShelle2 14 years, 8 months ago

Get plenty of rest while you'r ein the hospital and walk walk walk. It makes such a big difference. You are in great hands at Centennial. You will do fine.

kyhickchic 14 years, 8 months ago

Mary, You will be in my thoughts and prayers tomorrow. I just know everything will work out for you! Dr. Houston is a great surgeon and you'll be happy you chose him. See you on the other side! Take care, Lisa Harris

rose78 14 years, 8 months ago

Swingin critters your way for a smooth & quick recovery.