alice

I have been eatting for two weeks, chewing well. I began mushies after a week. You are losing well. Are you exercising? I am trying to 3-4 times per week. At least 20 on treadmill and 20 weights. I have dropped a size, yippie. I only had 55 lbs to lose but was unable to get it off for years and there is a strong family history of obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure.. you name it. I am so glad I made the decision to nip it in the bud before I was 100lbs over weight, which my mother is. Had my surgery in Monterey with Dr. Sanchez. I was very impressed. I am an RN and checked it out well, lol.

I am at day 6 post op and can have some cream Soup, but milk makes me so gassy. It never made me gassy before. I am still drinking broth and eatting yogurt. Anything else I can have at this point? It seems even Water gives me a gas bubble, is this normal? Warm stuff is the best it seems. Thanks for any help.

Thanks for the help.

I was just banded Tues night. I flew to Mexico ALONE and was frightened at the last minute. I did my research and intellectually felt ok about my decision. Feelings don't always line up with intellect. I am getting better every day. It did not hurt to get up out of bed today, but it hurts to lay on my port side (tender). On a scale of 1-10 with pain, my pain at the worst was a 6. It is not unbearable at all. I have been dealing with depression and second guessing myself, but I have heard that is also normal. I felt peace in my spirit when I made my decision and I always go with my peace. If there is no peace I won't do it. If you are a woman of prayer, then pray about it and God will give you the peace you need if it is for you.

I had my surgery Tuesday night and began sipping broth and juice 4 hours later. I have been juicing fresh apples, grapes and eatting yougert, broth and today will try juicing carrots and spinich. I have no problems drinking got teas. I drink about 4 cups or more of healing herbal teas per day and try to drink Water. Warm tea seems to do better with me. I tried a protien shake yesterday and got down half of it with a lot of gas after. I bought some soy milk (easier on stomach) and will try a little in a couple of days. I drank coffee pre-op but have not since. I have had some twinnings tea.

I was banded Tuesday night (48 hours tonight). I have moved most of the gas. The pills they gave me for pain were not efficient. I broke up a darvocette when I got home and it has helped. I am walking. I am unclear about what to take by mouth. Their diet said yougert and milk, but that is not Clear liquids. I have been drinking chicken broth, tea, juice and Water. My stomach growls and wants more, but I know it needs to heal. How long did you stay on "clear liquids"? I feel tired too.

Did you guys feel depressed at first? I feel very depressed and am second guessing myself. What did you use for pain management?

can you highly recommend him?

If you have had surgery performed by either of these physicians I would appreciate some feedback. Thanks..alice

I can not get banded in USA because I am not 40 or over BMI. I am clinically obese, obesity runs in my family as does heart disease, diabettes, high blood pressure and osteoarthritis. It pissed me off that I don't have the option to be banded in USA, but I could go get an elective tummy tuck which is more invasive surgery and you are under longer. Actually in Mexico they have been doing the proceedures longer. Does anyone recommend a good surgeon in Mexico? Has anyone been banded under 35 BMI, if so can you share your results? Thanks