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Did anyone notice that they had bad breath after surgery? I'm 2 weeks post op and ever since my surgery I've had bad breath even though I brush and use mouthwash daily. I was just wondering if this was normal and if it goes away once I'm completely healed?

Thank you! I am so glad its not just me!

Yes, just make the soup like you normally would, but drain the noodles out. I used Campbells cup of soup chicken noodle

I had the same problem with not going for days, I just used 1 packet of miralax mixed in with my iced tea and I went within an hour. Miralax is tasteless and if u wait a few.minutes after u mix it in your drink it completely dissolves.

My doctor told me it was ok to do that..so that's what I did. I bought the soup in a box and just drained the noodles out. It was definitely better than plan broth

I'm trying to add a profile picture and update my info, but I can't find where to do that. I use the LBT application in my phone, do I need to edit from my computer?

I have found that I can tolerate the protein powder with milk, but it does take me forever to drink it because it isn't the best tasting stuff and the texture is alittle gritty. I was going to mix it in the blender with low fat/fat free ice cream and make a milkshake out of it. I'm just wondering what works for others?

Yea my doctor said sugar free jello was ok for day 2, popsicles are day 3-7. It's funny how each doctor is different.

I'm in my second day post op as well and I do feel like I'm in more pain. I still don't know if I have all the gas out though. I've been up and walking since yesterday about two hours after my surgery. Are u having problems getting jello down? It hurts when I attempt it

I got my band today. I'm glad the surgery is over! I was beyond scared this morning. But I'm feeling pretty well. The gas pain is more painful than the incisions...its feels like I'm having a heart attack, but I've been up and walking and the pain is slowly going away. So now I'm on the road to recovery! Good luck to the upcoming banders!!

Thanks everyone. The pain is getting better. I plan on going outside today and talking a short walk. I am so glad I found this app on my phone. It helped prepare me for surgery and so far its helped with post surgery. Thank you for the heating pad and laxatives advice. I'm going to do both.

I had my surgery I'm in some pain, but nothing too dramatic. It's going to take some getting used to that's for sure. Do you have facebook? I would definitely like to stay in contact with a fellow bander

He is doing mine tomorrow morning. I'm scared, but can't wait for it to be over with

I'm starting my pre op diet tomorrow- I have all my basics...broth, jello, pudding...etc. any other foods/liquids anyone recommends?

Yea, I got Whey Protein powder..have yet it try it. I had cream of chicken soup for lunch and pudding for breakfast. I'm lucky though..I only have 4 days of this pre op and then 7 days post op. I'll be ok! Staying busy us working on cutting the hunger. And staying positive is too! Thank you whoever told me that!!

Sorry that should say protein shakes..not protection.

I thought the protection shakes we for after my surgery! That goodness I asked. My surgery date is November 1. I guess I'm making my way out to get protein drinks today.

I know that my surgery will be here before I know it. I'm just hoping for any tips in pre op food choices and post op protein shakes. Thanks!!

Hi. I'm actually getting ready for my pre op appointment with Dr Ceppa. I would love to hear any input u may have

I just had my last nutrition appointment today, which means ill be getting set up for my pre-op appointment with my surgeon. I'm now terrified! Everyone that was in my nutrition appointment was totally against getting the lap band. And now I'm confused...I want to make sure I'm making the right decision. Help please!!!

The negative comments were basically the band doesn't work. Or that they regretted it because of different reasons. I really felt like I was being attacked for the decision I was making. Thank goodness there was one woman in the room who was willing to help me. She actually had to have her band taken out for numerous reasons, but she still had nothing but good things to say about it. I just want to make sure I am making the right decision for myself as well. I refuse to get the bypass or the sleeve. I work in GI and see all the problems that can happen with those procedures. I have only been in this process about 4 months so everything is still very new. I'm at the point where I have to make my preop appointment and I was stalling because of these people. Thank u all for your opinions.