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kah1213

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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  1. I was banded on a Tuesday and told I could shower (facing away from the shower) on Thursday. Agree no baths for a month.
  2. I have 2 cats and a dog. I had to board my dog for a few days because I couldn't have walked her (she's over 50lbs and only 8 months old -- very rambunctious!) The cats were fine. I stayed 1 night in the hospital and then alone after that. Getting out of bed hurt, but it wasn't too bad. It felt like I did a million sit ups.
  3. I had no problems taking pills, but I did speak to my doc specifically about them and got permission. I'd check with your doc. Also, I'm not sure we can take extended release meds with the band. Definitely another question for your doc.
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    Newbie From Ny....hi! :)

    Welcome! I was banded almost a month ago in NY. This site is great to gather information. Good luck in your journey.
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    Calorie Intake

    I average around 1200 a day.
  6. Maybe you can get him to come with you to the info session so he can hear more and understand how this tool works? Just a thought. Good luck!
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    No Drinking During Meals, Why????

    It's hard for me because I still forget sometimes, but now I have a drink before dinner. Then dinner I just enjoy what I am eating and trying to slow down (I'm a fast eater). 30 min after the meal I can drink again. It hadn't been too bad;just takes planning.
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    Chafing

    Everyone is built differently but I agree with the above poster. Try the glide that runners use.
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    Newly Banded

    It took me 9 days to feel pretty much back to normal. Good luck!
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    Lump In My Throat

    Totally normal. It's happened to me too
  11. I've worn spanx and control top leggings since surgery without an issue. They just help smooth things out a little
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    Can't Sleep...24 Hours Post Op

    I didn't get a good night sleep until day 3. Hang in there!
  13. On day 5 I was only able to eat. 2-3 oz of cottage cheese. I wasn't hungry at all. Hang in there. Keep sipping water do you don't get dehydrated. You will feel better soon.
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    Banded

    Glad ur feeling better!
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    Warrior Dash!

    Windham, NY. You should do it!
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    Banded This Morning

    I stayed ahead of the pain with pain meds and also took gas x. It wasn't a bad recovery.
  17. I went through the same thing. Totally normal! Good luck. Your date will come soon enough!
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    Warrior Dash!

    Congrats! I'm doing warrior dash in August in NY!
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    Extended Release Pain Meds

    I agree with Gigi. Talk to your doc. I know I had to stop taking any extended release meds.
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    Swollen At Port Location?

    Yes still a little swollen. I was banded 5/29
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    Post Surgery Recuperation

    It wasnt too bad for me. I spent 1 night in hospital then went home. First day home I was uncomfortable, but totally manageable with pain meds, gas x and walking. The gas can be uncomfortable, but I never had the crazy shoulder pain that some get. The port area was sore for me, but not terrible-- it felt like I did 100 sit ups. Good luck.

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