Hi, I also got my first fill today! 0.5 cc. It pinched a little but would not say it was painful. I'm now on liquids for 24 hours. I was banded April 10 and have lost 26 pounds.
I had my surgery April 10. I agree about the pain level. It is a bit more sore than I expected, but its the gas pain that's the worst. I am also walking a much as I can and got gas ex today. Hang in there. I hope like everyone says it will get better each day.
I stayed in the hospital over night. I can't imagine going home the same day. I also had a hiatal hernia repair. Am home now. Still very sore but it's manageable. Staying on top of it with the prescribed pain meds. Sticking to liquids. Had about 2 oz apple sauce and that was enough.