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I've been banded for a week today (also hernia repair), and I'm still so bloated. I look bloated, I feel bloated.The Protein drinks are killing me. When I mentioned it to my surgeon, they suggested lactose intolerance. Has anyone else had intolerance issues? I'm still on liquids for another week, but am terrified of real food at this point. I'm not really hungry, and have to force myself to eat sometimes (Sorry to those that are having hunger issues) Am I crazy to think I should have healed a little better by now? Thanks All!

Had my one month bandiversary on Friday! No fills yet, but maybe on the 26th. I have noticed the hungry feeling more than before, not a fan! I haven't had anything really bother me, so I was wondering does it bother you after you have a fill, or is it safe for me to assume that these foods are ok for me? I've been very careful to make good high protein choices. I have to ask, does anyone have lingering issues with constipation? I'm actually in pain today because things aren't working like they should. Hope you are all doing well!! Deb

Has anyone tried hotdogs? I'm making them for my kids' dinner tonight, and I would just love to cut one up into tiny pieces to eat.

Has anyone tried hotdogs? I'm making them for my kids' dinner tonight, and I would just love to cut one up into tiny pieces to eat.

Banded on 7/12. I think I lost 11 lbs with pre-op diet. I'm down 26.5 as of today!

Oh No!!! I hope you are feeling better!

Has anyone tried eating red meat during mushies? I was considering it, but am terrified of what it will do to me, and not sure if i should grind it before cooking or after. any ideas? Thanks!!

What exactly do you mean by restriction? (Congrats Shauna, that's awesome!)

Hooray! Staples are out and purees are in! Had some tuna with reduced fat olive oil mayo, and it was sooooo good. Once I explained the heartburn sensation, they had me do a barium swallow, to make sure everything was in the proper place, and it is. So not sure what happened, but never want to feel that again!

I see the doctor tomorrow and definitely plan to mention it. I'm still on liquids at this point (hopefully until tomorrow). Others have suggested it may be GURD. I will let you all know what he says tomorrow. Thanks for the support. Deb

I had the most horrific heartburn last night, at least that's what I think it was. My throat hurt and I kept coughing and the pain just would not subside no matter what I did. (tried maalox and tums). Has anyone else ever felt this?

I am so tired of drinking my food. First post op appointment is Monday. I get my staples out and move on to mushies, I really wish I could just have an scrambled egg tomorrow. Sorry for the whining, I'm just really mourning food today for some reason. Maybe it's because I have to go to a cookout tomorrow, and I won't be able to eat anything (other than the yogurt or pureed soup that I bring). Feeling the frustration a lot today. How is everyone else?

I was banded on 7/12, and am down 17 lbs, 11 of which was pre-op diet.

Tomorrow marks one week since banding. Yesterday I felt good, today, not so much. The protein drinks kill me. CIB no problem, but add the protein powder, and I have to lie down afterwards, because my port site hurts so bad. Looking to more days of feeling good.

Not afraid, but I'm already taking Zoloft, so that may be why. (I've had panic attacks before, they are no joke) I have had some what the hell was I thinking moments, why does everyone on TV have to eat? Talking with people, even reading this board, and seeing that some people are experiencing what I am, makes me feel better. Please feel free to reach out to me any time you want to talk.

Banded on 7/12/11, battling headaches everyday, and I don't see how it could be from dehydration. Anyone else going through this. Also cannot burp! I get a feeling in my chest like I'm going to, and then a pain that fades. Please tell me this passes...

That sounds great April, I'd like that. Have you been really tired too?

I was banded on July 12. Still dealing with some pain, but it gets better each day. Waiting to feel a bit more human, this constipation and gas is so uncomfortable. Ended up having a hernia fixed that I never knew I even had. Glad to be a part of this board and start my journey.