genesishanna

YEA!!!!!!!!! Congratulations, I don't know you, but I am proud of you. Keep up the outstanding work:thumbup:

Thanks Grey Cat. What is 7 weeks post op like?

Call your doctor, please! After I had my surgery I had terrible gas pains, and everyone said it was normal. Not their fault, it was based on their personal experience. I knew it wasn't right. The last thing I thought it could be was restriction, right? WRONG! There was fluid in my band after surgery. . My Doctor also said their could be air in the band as well. I had the fluid removed and still had to spend 10 hours in the ER! It was worth it because I feel better. I am not saying this is the case with you, but whatever it is, don't rely on the forum, call your doctor!

I want to start with the positive - the weight is coming off pound by pound. That is my primary objective; therefore, all else should be well, right? Wrong! This gas is no joke. The end of day three, which was when I was allowed to progress to full liquids, I wound up throwing up, which I hate to do. The positive thing is that gas came up with it, that sounded like something out of a horror film. Have you ever thought about the way gas sounds? Its abnormal! Anything that exist inside of you and sounds like a monster just can't be right. Okay, I'm rambling. So anyway, I went to sleep and woke up on day 4 which was okay except for...of course, that damn gas! I wish I had something spectacular to share, but I honestly don't. The pain had me in bed the majority of the day. I tried to walk around the house, but I was unsuccessful because my house is not that big and going around in circles would have made me depressed. I would have went outside, but unfortunately we were under the threat of rain so I did not want to chance it. Something great did happen, I made some very thin cream of wheat with 1% milk and 2 packets of splenda. Honestly, I thought it would be nasty because usually I use sweet condensed mik, whole milk, and a lot of sugar for my cream of wheat to make a fatty, tasty, creamy, lumpy treat. Having to modify it to fit my new way of life was a scary thought; however, after tasting it, I enjoyed it just the same. It tasted so good that I thought I would eat/sip too much of it, but I didn't. So I must say that I learned a small lesson here. We can enjoy the same things in life post-op as we did pre-op, just with a little modification. We conditioned ourselves to enjoy in fatty sweet treats, or platefuls of food for satisfaction. The funny thing is that we can condition ourselves to enjoy healthier, smaller portions, and receive satisfaction just the same. I am thankful for the small things now. Its amazing how a few spoonfuls of cream of wheat can do that to someone. I know there will be more to come, just taking it one step at a time.

Thanks Alicia, I felt the same way. It would have saved me some worry. I had no idea what was going on and it was stressing me the hell out! In a way it was a blessing because at least it was something that could be relieved, at least a little. In addition, I now know that I do not want that great big fill because it is not worth it to me at this point. I am sure when the swelling goes down I will have room for a little more, but in its own time.

<br><br>Thank you Tracie. Good luck to you as well and keep in touch <img class="bbc_emoticon" alt="" src="http://cdn.lapbandtalk.com/public/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif"><br><br><br><br>

Is there anything that can be done about it?

Thanks last we will pray each other through it.

This is my third day after surgery. The gas is still an issue, but I have faced much worse in life so I am trying not to complain. I had my first protein shake this morning, I slipped slowly and it went down easy. I am thankful. At this point, I can not tell whether the feelings I have are me feeling full, but I know I am not hungry so I wont eat. According to the personalized plan I received from my Doctor's office, I am able to have strained cream soups and watered down cream of wheat or oatmeal. I love cream of wheat and oatmeal and just because I can have a watered down version of it, does not mean that I am going to take it in. So let me get down to the nitty gritty. If there is ever a time where I decide to go back to my old eating habits, please DON'T PACIFY ME. I have a weight problem because I like to eat. I love eating what I want and if it were not for the fact that I dont like being overweight, limited to shopping at big girl stores, or suffering from health issues because of it, then I would still eat all that I want. I couldn't do this by myself because I made poor choices in food. Taste and instant gratification outweighed everything. So in saying all of that, if I start to deviate from the plan my doctor has for me, please don't pacify me. It just means that I am doing what I want to do. No excuses and I will suffer for it later! I tried to put on kid gloves when it comes to this site, but it doesnt matter because if you are not pacifying someone or stroking their ego, then you are doing something wrong. So instead of me creating enemies on here, I will just express myself on my personal blog. We all have a weight problem and our journey is personal; however, I feel that we can support one another, but who is really in the position to give advice? We are all trying to find our way, some sooner than others, but this is like any addiction and have to be dealt with day by day, choice by choice for a lifetime. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. If I decide to eat the way I did pre-op, I cant expect different results post-op, its just not going to happen. If I have to question if its wrong, its wrong and please don't be afraid to tell me that its wrong. If I start eating sandwiches and hamburgers within a few weeks. Dont be afraid to call me out on it, because I already know that those are not the right choices to loss the weight. I don't know what tomorrow holds, but I know that I have to take this thing one step at a time.

The last thing I want to do is seem like I am a whiner, but I do have some legitimate concerns. Please someone tell me when does the gas pains end? Last night was so painful that I had to take the pain meds to sleep. Is there anything to move it? Also, when I had some liquified soup, I threw everything up. It made me wonder if what I am taking in, which is mainly liquids is being digested? I am not sure what full feels like, I just know that I am not hungry so I try not to push it. Yesterday was my day for full liquids (Day 3 after surgery), so I put some creamy soup in the blender to liquify it and was only able to take 3 spoonfuls. I was okay for about 1 hour before everything came up. The only good thing about it was that some gas moved up with it as well. The last thing is the itching around my incisions. That is one thing I haven't heard anyone mention yet, is there anything to do to relieve it? I know everyone's experience is different, I am just looking for some answers. I was so concerned about starting my weight loss journey that I overlooked the fact that this is surgery and recovery is never easy.

A big bag of chips wouldn't be whining that would be falling off the wagon. Thankfully I don't have the desire for foods and the drinking don't bother me even though I feel full. I have to laugh at myself because this is what I wanted. I wanted to get to the point of not being able to eat and eventually losing the weight, but I don't think I really though about what that meant. So really even though I am not feeling the best in the world right now, I need to be thankful because it is all part of my journey. Thanks for the encouragement!

Thanks Scott, the did prescribe something for the nausea, I had no choice but to take them last night. I have been trying to walk on the treadmill because it has been pouring outside since my surgery. However, I will walk more so that can relieve the pain. Thanks for the advice and I will keep sipping!

Ive been on the treadmill on Day 2 and Day 3 with no problem. I would say just do something light and watch how your body feels after. Did your doctor say anything about exercising? Mine encouraged walking for the gas so I figured the treadmill at a low speed wouldn't be a problem. So far so good!

Hi Alicia, I honestly thought I was alone with this one...it was a sad and lonely thought. Unfortunately, we have to treat this journey like any addiction and the first thing we have to do is admit that there is a problem. I have a problem, I could not do it alone, but I know the band is not going to do with for me, we have to work together. So please Alica, do not pacify me... if you see me posting about eating what you and I know we should not be eating, please call me out on it. I will appreciate it in the long run!

I am so happy for you, I know that was a great feeling!

I am happy you did post this. I am curious to know what that full feeling is like.

I went to the bathroom twice in a weird way. I was more excited about the gas moving more than anything. How's your appetite; what have you been eating?

Yesterday I did so well. minus the gas, I was a on a great road to recovery with very minimal pain. I decided to go for a walk around the corner ( which is something that I never do) and felt so good that I walked all the way to "Subway" with my husband while he got something to eat. I was not enticed by the environment or the smell. I had a small cup of water just because I am so supposed to be sipping something at all times. Last night the gas pains were a bit much, so I took the pain meds so that i can go to sleep in comfort. I slept well. This morning I woke up and finally the gas started moving from the rear. I felt like I made progress. I had to be graphic, but I even made a small loose BM that was pushed out by the gas. I am not giving you TMI, but this is something I was concerned about. The gas however, is still resting in my chest area and its uncomfortable. I know this will pass by in time so I don't allow that to consume me. So I have not eaten anything since last Wednesday and I am okay with that. I cant not say whether I am hungry or full at this point. I am just okay and have no desire to eat, if that makes sense to anyone. I had a cup of hot tea with some splenda to try to move this gas, but it didn't work. Aside from that I am slowly sipping on some water. I may try some Jello tonight, but at this point I honestly don't have the desire for food and I don't want to eat just because the food is there. My next step is the treadmill. It is raining outside so I cant go out there for a walk. I have to keep focus on this journey and take it one step at a time. There is no turning back now.

I apologize if I came off wrong. I am new to this and cant give any advice. I guess I was responding out of my own fears of returning to old habits. I honestly wish the best for you and us all because this is not an easy journey.

Hello, I currently living in Maryland. Just got banded on August 12th, I pray you find what you are looking for.