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Lap Band Experience 7/2/10 day 1

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Jannalise

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I had my lap band on 7/2/10. When my boyfriend and I pulled up I was a little nervous because we went to the wrong place and there was litterally 1 person in this two story building. I expected a huge pretty hospital since my PPO insurance demands a center of medical excellence to see more than a small clinic like envioronment. Once we got to the right place, still smaller than I expected but nevertheless, I checked in. I went to admitting about 15 mins. after arrival. I was then brought back to change and sign consent forms. The anestitist came in fairly quick and I was in surgery approx 1 hour after I got there. Everything went fast and pretty smooth. I had pain and swelling but mostly wanted to sleep. We had a 3 hour drive back home so sleeping was good.

 

I got home hopped in bed and drank water as I was extremely thirsty. I notice that my uvula in my throat is totally swallon making it feel like I have something stuck in my throat. I do not like that feeling but it's not painful.

 

I spent the day in bed feeling decent the rest of the day.

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The throat tenderness may be due to the tubes and stuff that goes along with surgery. Warm tea no sugar should help but ask your Doctor to be sure - rest is good but walking is a must right now to keep your circulation in good health, Congrats on your new life!

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Congrats Jannalise on your band. We share the same band date. I too still feel a lil weak. I have been trying to keep moving and walking as much as I can. I think I had my first episode with gas last night :-( ..no fun.. I'm scared to try to have the broth and I really don't have a appetitle for anythng. I wish you continued success on your journey!!!

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I haven't had any gas issues...is that somthing to come? I do notice that if I drink my broth or water then lay on my left side for a few minutes I burp really big and then it seems to feel better. Not that it hurt before that..just less pressure.

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