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Congratulations everyone! I have made it to day 7 post op! Yeaaaaaaaaa! Yogurt has never tasted soooooo good! Gas pains are better but I have been having a Splitting headache with dizziness. I was told that it was my body fighting for that Liquid Codine pain meds. So I was determined to FIGHT back with prayer and a Execedrine. We must all fight through these pain killers while recoverying. I have did to many family therapy sessions with families who are fighting these terrible drugs.....that they ususlly get addicted to after a surgery (what happen to Michael Jackson after his burn injuries when hair caught fire). Please be aware and be safe with your pain management narcotics my band family. In addition.....we have been launched into a MAJOR FAST with food. This is a awesome time to do a spiritual fast and cleansing also with God. Be Blessed Bandies! Ttyl

I'm 5 days post op and following my liquid diet....no cheats. But im burping a lot and it hurts. Is this normal?......ive been reading here more about "regular gas", but is burping something that can disturb the placement of my band??? I have also ONLY lost 2 pounds!!! Uggggggh! I need a breakthrough, ...some motivation! This is hard!

Im praying for you and your mother! I'm glad u were spared the gas pains. It hurts and when I am relieved......my entire family is miserable!!! LOL!! But,....they won't be laughing this summmer when im in my 2 piece! Blessings and Prosperity to you!

Good morning banded family! I am headed into surgery this morning and im excited along with being nervous. Please pray for me! I would also like to thank everyone for all of the great responses, guidance, and support that I have received on this forum. You guys are priceless! Blessings to you all! I will be back soon with updates while I recover.

I was banded Monday also.....New Years eve. I haven't noticed any results nor have I lost any weight. But I am tired of all the gas...how do I have so much darn gas from a liquid only diet!? I'm excited to see results!!!!

Thanks everyone!

Thanks everyone! I made it thru surgery quite well. But the post pain is rough! It feels as if I got stabbed several times in my chest, stomach, and left shoulder. However, im on 1 day post op and I feel a little better. No more shoulder pain and medicine is starting to help slightly with stabbing feeling. I have no regrets about my banded decision....even with this pain. NO PAIN NO GAIN!

Merry Christmas Band Family!!!!! I have been struggling horrifically with my 2 week pre diet. The holiday rush and food has been hard to resist cravings or skipping meals not following diet. I guess if I was great at dieting I wouldn't need the band...huh?? Will it be easier to follow the diet once banded? Did I hurt myself or my future with the band by not getting this pre diet right?? :-/

Yoooou go girl!! Keep up the good work!

Your positive attitude is awesome! It makes me even more excited about my New Years Eve Surgery! Blessings to you! !

Surgery this month...looking for real live reviews about this center or docs (Dr. Reily and Wilkenfield).......please help.

Hello everyone! I'm excited to get the news that I have the green flag for surgery this month. However, im wondering if anyone on this forum has had Dr. Reily or Wilkenfield for their band surgery. If so please give me some feedback. Thank you!!!!!

I'm so excited to start my 2013 banded!!! I can't think of anything I want for Christmas because I hope that I won't even wear the same size socks in 3 months!! LOL!! Any words of advice for a new member of the banded life?

How are you feeling? How was your surgery?

Hi Vsoriano78. Congratulations! How are you feeling now? Any results?

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Are you a nurse??? Im on my final stage of weaning my 10 month old daughter. ...im wondering how long do I have to pump and throw milk away after the anesthesia from EGD? I will have her totally weaned by my New Year surgery.

I'm glad u r feeling better! I hope my experience with the staff is better. We really need loving support with a life changing surgery we are committing to.

EGD on Monday. Does it hurt?? What should I expect?

Oooooh no! That sounds painful. O haven't got banded yet. I look forward to tge helpful feedback u get.