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Frvsnt O. 19 years, 10 months ago
Well, it’s official! You’re on the losing side. The trumpets are blaring, the cymbals are crashing and the drums are drumming – all for YOU! I hope that all went well for you! You’ve been out of surgery now for a little over a month – YIPPIE!!! Your journey will have moments to “pause” – I’d like to impart some words of wisdom for when it does occur - remember these wise words whispered by Confucius – “It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop.” Be patient. You didn’t put it on over night, it won’t come off over night (DARN IT!)…Don’t forget to update your profile at least monthly and take lots of pictures…the transformations will make your jaw drop!!! RNY 10/31/03 – down 108 pounds AND AN OFFICIAL MEMBER OF THE CENTURY CLUB!!! Good luck
Darlilly1313 19 years, 10 months ago
Stephanie,I am glad that you are home. sounds like they put you through the wringer.I hope that you feel better soon.God bless.
its2ez24get 19 years, 10 months ago
This is Stephanie. I am home, hopefully for good this time. My surgery went well but I did have some complications. My first night I thought I was having a heart attack. Which turned out to be muscle-skeletal pain, still very scary. Learned the next day that my doctor did a hernia repair and placed a very large piece of mesh that has caused pain in a couple areas including my chest area. Biggest concern was the pain I was feeling in the lower right-hand corner of my abdomen, really close to my hip. Doctors passed this off as pain from tissue scarring from that large piece of mesh. After being at home for 3 days and having doubled my pain meds without much relief, I called the doctor again and went back to the hospital. This was no small task considering it is about 2 1/2 hours away and a very painful drive. After CT's they discovered a large pocket of fluid in my abdomen and decided to put in a drain. They did this however without any sedation. It was my worst nightmare. I had this procedure done before and I was wide awake and did not feel a thing. I never imagined what would happen. I still cry when I talk or even think about it. The bad part is that they missed the pocket and I had to have it done again. I was crying before I even got on the stretcher to go down. There was a wonderful nurse there with me, who promised me that she would not let them do anything to me until I was out. It took alot just to get me to concent, considering I started freaking out as soon as I got on the CT table. I was kinda p.o'd by that time and there was one particular snotty blond that was there the first time that had my left hook designated for her right cheek. I was just so scared, scared to death. I have had 9 surgerys since I was 8yrs old and that doesnt include all my other health problems. I am almost completely fearless when it comes to medical procedures, not any more. Well, now I am home with drain still intact. Antoher thing to be scared of, taking the drain out. I still am having pain but not nearly as bad and tylenol 3 seems to be keeping it under control. The problem I am having now is eating. I virtually lost my appetite overnight and now am struggling to find something eat. It seems I am not lactose intolerant. whooopeeee! I tried egg today and it tasted sooooo good but I cant seem to eat enough. Protein shakes are going down very slowly and I am very thirsty all the time. Well, hopefully I will lose my drain on Monday and I will work on eating in the mean time. Just want to say thanks to everyone for their support!
Diane B. 19 years, 11 months ago
Hi Stephanie C! Congrats on having your surgery! I bet you feel relieved now. It's over and now you are on the other side and can join the ranks of the losers. Welcome, my friend!!! Happy RE-Birthday to you! From this day forward you life will change forever. Just try to take it easy and remember to sip, walk, deep breathe and cough. These first few days are rough, but I assure you they get better with each passing day. I just wanted you to know that I was thinking about you today and that you are in my thoughts and prayers for an uncomplicated, swift recovery. You are an official loser!! Wishing you much success in your weight-loss journey. Soft hugs to you today. God bless, DI from NJ - Lap RNY, 12/09/03
summewe 19 years, 11 months ago
Stephanie - Thinking of you today. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Please keep us posted on your progress. -- Wendy
Melissa S. 19 years, 11 months ago
My prayers will be with you as you go through the surgery and recovery. May your strength be restored; your recovery be swift and your tender heart be renewed.
Justme1969 19 years, 11 months ago
Stephanie, CONGRATS on becoming a loser. I hope to be joining the losing side soon myself. I wanted to wish you the best luck in your new journey. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers for a successful and uncomplicated surgery and recovery.
Sketch 19 years, 11 months ago
Good luck Stephanie! Best wishes for a smooth surgery and a speedy recovery! -Tony G.
Tessy716 19 years, 11 months ago
Best of luck with your surgery. I will have ya in my prayers for a painfree and speedy recovery. ****Loving Father, I entrust my AMOS friend to your care this day; guide with wisdom and skill the minds and hands of the medical people who minister in your Name, and grant that every cause of illness be removed, I may be restored to soundness of health and learn to live in more perfect harmony with you and with those around them. Through Jesus Christ. Amen.*** ~~T