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Melanie B. 20 years, 8 months ago

Hello all!! It is Thursday and I am at home recuperating. The surgery went well, no complications during or after. I spent the night in ICU due to sleep apnea, had some pain but it was manageable, spent Tues. in a regular room and got to come home yesterday morning.Thank you soooo much for your prayers and encouragement! I had 2 friends from OH visit me on Tues. - thanks Bevly and Krista, my 'role model' who had surgery a week before I did!! We've been comparing notes all along the way! So much support from friends, family, and Dr. Elliott's support group - let me tell you, that is key! Don't try to do it alone! The best thing is, you don't have to!!! Have had very little pain yesterday & today - just sore & tender, walking like i'm 90 yrs old! Trying to walk 10 minutes 4x a day like the Dr. ordered - just around the house at first ("doin laps!") then around the block. The biggest thing is trying to get down all the water they want you to!!! I'm workin up to the required 64 ounces, but my tiny tummy doesn't like it! (wooo hooo, that's the first time I've referred to part of myself as tiny!!! lol) I've been "eating" - if you can call it eating! - sf jello and broth, had my first Dreyers whole fruit sf popsicle yesterday, that was yummy! Anyway, just takin it easy, hubby has been soooo supportive, stayed home to be my nurse the last 2 days... make that nurse/boot camp sergeant!! lol I'll update more later, just wanted to let you all know I'm alive & doing great! Thanks again!!

Melanie B. 20 years, 8 months ago

Hello all!! It is Thursday and I am at home recuperating. The surgery went well, no complications during or after. I spent the night in ICU due to sleep apnea, had some pain but it was manageable, spent Tues. in a regular room and got to come home yesterday morning.Thank you soooo much for your prayers and encouragement! I had 2 friends from OH visit me on Tues. - thanks Bevly and Krista, my 'role model' who had surgery a week before I did!! We've been comparing notes all along the way! So much support from friends, family, and Dr. Elliott's support group - let me tell you, that is key! Don't try to do it alone! The best thing is, you don't have to!!! Have had very little pain yesterday & today - just sore & tender, walking like i'm 90 yrs old! Trying to walk 10 minutes 4x a day like the Dr. ordered - just around the house at first ("doin laps!") then around the block. The biggest thing is trying to get down all the water they want you to!!! I'm workin up to the required 64 ounces, but my tiny tummy doesn't like it! (wooo hooo, that's the first time I've referred to part of myself as tiny!!! lol) I've been "eating" - if you can call it eating! - sf jello and broth, had my first Dreyers whole fruit sf popsicle yesterday, that was yummy! Anyway, just takin it easy, hubby has been soooo supportive, stayed home to be my nurse the last 2 days... make that nurse/boot camp sergeant!! lol I'll update more later, just wanted to let you all know I'm alive & doing great! Thanks again!!

2bhealthy 20 years, 8 months ago

Melanie, my thought and prayers are with you today, the day of your surgery. I pray you are recovering nicely in the hospital as we speak!

Holli Wood 20 years, 8 months ago

Best wishes for a safe surgery and speedy recovery. You have made a great decision for your health. Soon you will join us on 'the losing side'. I had my lap rny just 3 days ago and am feeling great. You will too! Prayers coming your way. Holli

Melanie B. 20 years, 8 months ago

Thank you all soooo much for your messages! It's Sunday evening & I'm soooo ready to get this over with!! ;) A friend from OH had the surgery last Monday & it has been a huge help to hear her (very recent!) experience and know what to expect. I'm equal parts nervous & excited, not so much about the surgery but about the changes it will bring. With all your encouragement I can't think it will be anything but positive. Thanks again... see you on the losing side!!! Biiiiig hugs, Mell

Melanie B. 20 years, 8 months ago

Thank you all soooo much for your messages! It's Sunday evening & I'm soooo ready to get this over with!! ;) A friend from OH had the surgery last Monday & it has been a huge help to hear her (very recent!) experience and know what to expect. I'm equal parts nervous & excited, not so much about the surgery but about the changes it will bring. With all your encouragement I can't think it will be anything but positive. Thanks again... see you on the losing side!!! Biiiiig hugs, Mell

katherinel 20 years, 8 months ago

Hi Melanie CONGRATULATIONS on your surgery tomorrow. You will be so happy you did this and you have a wonderful surgeon, you are definitly in good hands. Hope you a have a speedy recovery, and congrats again. Take care KatherineL

Paula Hep 20 years, 8 months ago

Sending thoughts and prayers for an uneventful surgery. For the steady hands of your surgeon and the alertness of his team. For a virtually pain free recovery and a return home with a speedy recovery. Here's to becoming a BIG loser! paula

schatzel 20 years, 8 months ago

Congratulations on your surgery date. I wish you much success on the losing side. Have a safe surgery and a quick recovery. Keep us posted on your progress. God Bless, Schatzel

<*>LYnn<*> 20 years, 8 months ago

Melanie, It is almost your day. Enjoy your weekend and know I am praying for you. All the best to you. Blessings, Lynn