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Thank you. All is well.

How are you doing?

Good morning, all. I'm writing from Bandland this morning. My surgery went perfectly and I'm back among the living today. It was a rough night. I couldn't get comfortable and slept for very short periods, but his morning I feel much better. The banding went very well. I did wake up with some nausea, but that was quickly addressed. I was medicated for pain in the recovery room and did not take anything again until about 11pm. The surgery was just before 10am, lasted for less than an hour and I left the hospital at 3pm. It was a long ride home, about 90 minutes and I was quite exhausted when I got home. I went straight to bed. I'm sitting in a recliner now and I should have done this last night. The discomfort is quite manageable. I have shoulder and back pain from nerve irritation that occurs during laparoscopic surgery. The only part of my belly that hurts is at the port site, where the largest incision is. I'm doing my deep breathing, as we all should after surgery to prevent any lung issues. Important for me, since I have asthma and recently had a nasty upper respiratory virus. I'm sipping on water, diluted grape juice and having sugar-free jello. Today I'll add some clear protein drinks. My surgeon is a strong believer in taking the diet very slowly. He said a lot of healing needs to be done in there. He also says a slow progressing diet can prevent complications. If there is anything I can help any of you with, just give ma shout out. Susan

Off to the hospital. See you in BANDLAND!

I want to express my gratitude to each of you in this group. It's amazing to me how a group of strangers can form such a bond and such comradery in such a short time. February Bandsters....you are the best! I look forward to taking this journey along side each of you. Whatever support or help I can give to anyone, just ask.

It's going to be a great Monday!

If you can only get down 6oz of fluid a day, you need to call your doctor!

Kate, it sounds like you did the right thing having some food. You even made a great choice. Just think, it's clear liquids for both of us tomorrow. I hope I can sleep tonight.

Come join us in the "February 2013 Bandsters" group.

I will keep you in my prayers. We're in this together. Susan

Anyone else being banded tomorrow besides me, Kate and Sara?

Welcome to the group, Sara. I'm assuming your name is Sara. Is that right?? We're band date buddies. I'm excited and a bit nervous. How about you? Are you doing a pre-op diet? BTW I love your profile pic.

Thank you, Alita. I started following the post-op guidelines that I was given and also started using the myfitnesspal website. I've been staying under 1200 calories. As of this morning, I've lost 11 pounds! I did take measurements earlier this month. Please do keep me in your prayers tomorrow.

Great job!

Congratulations on your decision for a new life.

Welcome. I see you've lost quite a bit already. Good for you. I'll be banded on Monday.

Welcome to the group. You'll find plenty of friends and support here.

Smoking also puts you at a greater risk with general anesthesia.

Congratulations, Chris! Speedy recovery!

My surgeon advises a goal of BMI under 25. The weight would be different for everyone, depending on you height. A BMI under 25 is healthy. I guess personally, I want to be healthy, not just sort of healthy.

Congratulations. You've done a great job. You inspire the rest of us.