I was so upset yesterday that I couldn't really form my post into a comprehensive blog, so you got the succinct ten points. But I went home, wallowed in my misery, ate pizza, ice cream, and cried, and now I'm a little better. At least better enough to explain what all happened at my appointment yesterday. So my lovely PA, Erica comes in first to give me warning about what is about to happen with Dr. Y. I guess I haven't made any secret about the fact that I prefer her presence to him anyday, on my blog, in the office, or otherwise. I guess they thought hearing it from her first would soften the blow. RNY So Dr. Y comes in and right away begins telling me why he wants me to have RNY surgery (gastric bypass) instead of VSG (the sleeve). He keeps going on and on about how we might as well knock it out of the park and get it right the second time around instead of needing a third surgery. I couldn't take it anymore when he said "I just don...
They let you shower after surgery? My suggestion would be a sleep mask to block out the hospital lighting... Esp when they come in and check your vitals every hour. It was a lifesaver.
ReplyDeleteThank you! That's a great suggestion :)
DeleteEntertainment like magazines, books, etc?
ReplyDeleteear plugs, deodorant, headphones
ReplyDeleteHair brush/ties/headbands
ReplyDeleteSocks, heavy sweats-baggy to slip on under a gown