Roxygirl

I craved pickle juice for days, weird I know!

That is what I am craving!!! So bizzare!!!

I'm having the weirdest cravings. Anything liquid that is salty. I just drank a little Pickle Juice Are any of my other post op bandsters feeling the same way? I just recieved my Unjury products today. So far I have had the vanilla and I loved it!!! I bought the sample pack so I'm anxious to see how the others taste! Good luck to all you pre op's going in this week!!! Happy banding

I used milk of Mac & I did finally go just remember you don't have much solid in you so b patient when you strain it should not affect your stomach or band its to high up in the digestive track my Dr said it was safe to try but not till I'm in pain it cancause other issues(hemorrhoids...ugh)

That sets my mind at ease Thanks!!

Can you feel anything in the area of your band when you're straining?

No, I don't think so. It's all down lower but I still worry.

Did u have any fill when the pit it in? Mine Ed Putin empty, but I'm not even interested in food. Judy wanna get rid of my soreness & a little gas left:)

I didn't even ask but I am so curious now! OK, this may be a bit too much info but I have to ask. Now that the gas is finally moving out I thought I could finally have a BM. I sat there in pain for almost an hour straining. I gave up and just mixed some Mirilax in my Protein shake. Now I'm worried that all the straining could have effected my band. I can't find anything on here about that. Anyone else know?? I have been following every rule to a T and just want to make sure I'm not jeopardizing any of my efforts!!

How's everyone doing?? I am having a hard time getting everything in (protien/water). I feel super full all the time. I never thought those words would come out of my mouth! LOL! I'm only 4 days post op so I am just taking it day to day and allowing myself to heal before I worry about it too much. If I still feel the same next week I'll call my Dr. Maybe the band is too tight?! I hope everyone is having a good day!!

Happy Birthday Jean!! I can't wait to read your books!!

I am day 11 post op and my is just as bad as day 1. I have taking gas x, walked, meds, you name it. Nothing has helped!!!!

I have been hearing mixed things about the Gas X. Some say that it doesn't work because the gas isn't directly in the intestines?! I went through almost a whole box but not going to get anymore. I am like you and have been walking etc. and nothing helps. It is coming out though but as fast as it goes out it builds right back up again. So weird! I wonder if it has anything to do with my Protein shake?! I vaguely remember feeling bloated drinking the shakes pre surgery. I have the Premier ones from costco. I think I'll go buy the whey today at GNC and see if that is better. Good luck to you

I was sent home with Oxycodone. Bless your heart. Definitely call your Dr.!!!

Day 3 post op and still having major gas pain

I'm still having a hard time 3 days post op and I'm still so gassy. It's all in my lower stomach and hurts so bad. I am also having a hard time drinking anything. I'm not getting all my Protein in. Is that ok?? When am I going to feel better???????????

Just got home from the hospital. I had some complications and had to stay a night. :-(. My heart rate elevated just as I was waking up and then my blood pressure bottomed out and they had to keep waking me up to tell me to breath. I've never had a problem with anesthesia before. The Dr. said it was probably a fluke but if I ever notice my heart fluttering then u would need to see a cardiologists. I'm swollen and sore but feel fine otherwise. My Dr. said the surgery itself went great. I only had clear liquids today. I'm pretty sure I got more than 64 oz. in and I walked up and down the hallways at the hospital.

I am glad you are OK!! Welcome home and happy banding

I'm in so much pain today. Day 2 post op and the gas pain is almost unbearable I'm taking 2 Oxycodone every 4 hours and on a heating pad. Please tell me tomorrow will be better?! I can tolerate a lot of pain but this is knocking me down......

I am banded. Was a long 24 hrs. Strong fight side pain near port. Meds and Anistisia know me out bad! But I'm much better now. Hope all my bbuddies r good.

Good to hear from you!!! I'm doing pretty good. I LOVE my band and am so happy I did this! I have zero appetite and feel super stuffed. I know I need to get the proteing in though so I am trying!

Thanks for the tip - was hoping for a chewable Vitamin and I happen to be going to costco today anyway. I may need to pick up some more Premier Protein while I'm there. I hate plain vanilla, but I've been using it as a base for smoothies. This morning I mixed it with a non-fat Chobani blueberry yogurt, some fresh blueberries and ice. It is my favorite one so far. So flavorful - yum! I wouldn't be surviving preop if I couldn't add to these shakes.

Hope everyone is doing well!

I use the Premium Costco shakes too! You can aslo use the sugar free DaVinci syrups for flavor in the vanilla or I also like the Walden Farm products. They are all sugar free/fat free. They have a chocolate Syrup, salad dressings (my fav is the Asian), syrup, katchup and so much more! Google it! I buy mine at Fred Meyer's or you can order online. I truly like their flavor and I have tried many, many brands over the years!

Glad you were able to post and update us... and I hope the pain subsides soon and that darn gas goes away!

I can't believe the month is half over. I've just finished day 3 of preop and my headache is finally gone. I hope the next 11 days go by quickly! It seems like half the conversations at work somehow end up food related. I never really noticed that before.

I am going this weekend to finally pick a Vitamin and get things ready for post op. Any suggestions for Vitamins? I have my nutritionists suggestions, but most are only available if ordered online.

I'm not a frequent poster, but I am on on my phone lurking most of the day. I hope all those in post op are recovering well and good luck to those going tomorrow!

I use the Gummy multi from costco as well as the Calcium gummy. I think I'll try the chocolate Vita chews next

OMG getting banded in two days!!

I literally cant breathe!!! Not sure if it's my nerves or excitement!!

Roxygirl, clarks4Willie, Beautiful-B, sews4fun and DeAna how are you feeling?

I'm so excited for you!!! I just posted a blog on my page. Just click on the link below

I just got to the hospital!!! Happy day for us!!!!!!!

My surgery date has been pushed back... now I'm "tentatively" scheduled for Aug. 31

It will go by super fast!!

@Roxy I know I work today just to burn thethe time but I couldnt keep my mind on work now I need to fill up my evening so I'm taking my daughter school supping this evening I'm sending my prayers, hugs, & love your way see you on the other side

Prayers, hugs and love your way too DeAna!!!!!!!

There are 2 August bandsters going in for surgery today. Wow my group goes in the morning good luck everyone

08AUG, Westie love, CB2 Congrats

09AUG-Stokesmommy, jellybean_2124, Fat_Librarian Congrats

10AUG-MsGirl1271, Pheath, tomosia Congrats

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13AUG-Irhodes46, Mom2 4kidos, MszShaye, farmgirl04, ErinO'Donnell, kimeo99

Congrats

14AUG-abrinson889, TampaGina Congrats

15AUG-DeAna N, clarks4Willie, Beautiful-B, sews4fun, Roxygirl

16AUG-Mysticoutback, chunkydunkin', FernandinaGin, Edan

17AUG-indigochild76, ajbo33, Domika03

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23AUG-Missymobaby, tflemon67, LissaH, lisastill, JasonCanDoit!

24AUG-Michele1975, EverythingToGain, LiveStrong41, krazykristy1998, yeya

27AUG-binab, mrslogan0612, BeeBlueheron, dwilliams

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29AUG- joann852

30AUG-yourshoesareuntied, trishkaczsassycass830, harleymelm

31AUG-MissE44, Nanu, dean7115, kimmers2012

Congrats to everyone

Good luck to the two today!!! DeAna, our group is next!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I cannot settle down today!! LOL

Good luck and Best Wishes to all Banders coming up. It's been since Aug 6 I got banded. No issues, No problems with surgery and a mild post-op, and I still love the costco Premier Protein chocolate shakes, especially if you freeze them for 40-50 minutes prior to drinking. Its make a great smoothie and the texture changes to an ice cream condition.

Be Positive and May the good Lord Bless all of YOU!

I am so glad to hear your doing well! Thanks for the shake tip! I love the Costco shake's and have them here. Since I'm on liquids today your tip came just in time!! I love these forums!! I can't believe I'm going in tomorrow for my band. Pinch me

Tomorrow I will be posting in the 'Post Op categories' !!!! Omg!!!!! Good luck to my fellow BandDay buddies!!!!

Can you even believe it?! I am soooooooooooooo excited!!!!

I am in the same boat. I an already planning ahead buying those Soups in a cup for myself and I will begin to make meals too freeze the month before. I'm just making double and freeze half

Great idea!

Thank you all for your replies! My Hubby and I talked tonight and he said he would take care of the food and just to worry about myself. It's crazy how something so minor can effect your thoughts pre surgery. I'm sure there will be many more post surgery but I'm up for the challenge!!