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MerryMary 16 years, 10 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. 16 years, 10 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 16 years, 10 months ago

My best thoughts and wishes going into my prayers.

Redhaired 16 years, 10 months ago

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

traciejo1972 16 years, 10 months ago

best wishes! Keep your eye on the prize!

Eileen_nc 16 years, 10 months ago

best of luck & wishing you a speedy recovery

Fade2Pink 16 years, 10 months ago

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

LaShelle2 16 years, 10 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 16 years, 10 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 16 years, 10 months ago

Swingin critters your way for a smooth & quick recovery.