It's the greatest thing I've ever done for myself. I was sleeved 10/30/13 and feel wonderful. First day/ night is hard some pain and nausea but so worth it. I've lost 16 lbs in 2 weeks n total of 37. There is plenty of support on mfp.

Good luck, best wishes for little pain and nausea.

Welcome to your new life!

Gerri

First few days are a little rough. You will get better as each day passes. Waiting to hear how you do! Laura

Hope your surgery went well!

Hope your surgery goes well for you! Good Luck! I was fortunate enough not to have any complications to speak of, just the usual discomfort that is to be expected. Take the pain meds that are available to you, because with adequate pain control you can do the things that will speed your recovery, like the coughing and deep-breathing, and most important of all, walk, walk, walk! As others have stated, dry mouth is probably one of the most discomforting thing. I was very fortunate to have a surgeon who allowed a small amount of ice chips every hour so long as you weren't nauseated. It helped a lot. Also had some little spongy swab things that I was able to dip in ice water to coat my mouth with. Think happy thoughts of what your future is going to be like as they put you to sleep, lol! Hope this helps.