Reality check....

In just a few days I will be having my revision surgery from lapband to RYN (gastric bypass). Since this will be my third WLS, I figure I was prepared and ready to go. Well, Friday was my pre-op testing. Nothing out of the ordinary, blood tests, urine sample, ect... I think the reality of how just how different this surgery is going to be hit me like a ton of bricks! The woman who took my blood, who, by the way, is such a sweetheart, was talking to me about my blood type. This is in case I should happen to need a blood transfusion during surgery. I don't remember this being a concern with my two lapband surgeries. It was just a reminder of how serious this is and that the risks do exist. Now, of course I understand there are risks with every surgery but I guess it just made me think a little bit.

Sooo, I have done my best to prepare for post-op. I went shopping and picked up tons of clear broth, protein drinks, sugar free popsicles, and whatever else was on my list. I'm still not completely sure of what vitamins I will need post-op so I will call Dr. B's office tomorrow morning and talk to Annie to see what is recommended. I was told that I will be coming home with the drain. At first this kind of grossed me out. I don't know why but the thought of something hanging out of my body with fluids icks me out. However, I understand that this is a necessity so I will just roll with it. It will stay in until my post-op appointment with Dr. B a week after my surgery.

Well, I will check in after my surgery with an update. I am excited and nervous all at the same time. I am so glad that Dr. B is performing this surgery as well. It looks like I will be his first surgery of the day at 8:00 on Wednesday morning. he told me that recovery is much different than the band and I will be pretty sore and exhausted after. I have taken about 3-4 weeks off from my teaching job and I can do real estate from my home office. I am just so ready to be on the other side of this!

Thanks again to the emails and warm wishes, it means so much to have so much support!!!

Happy Halloween!!!!
Jenn