Northern Mist

I have not tried sex yet.......my hubby would love that suggestion I'm afraid to because any change in internal pressure...laying down, burping, sitting with tight pants on, laughing, etc.... brings on the pain. I will get through this.......I'm just frustrated with the process. I will get through this.........

I am 15 days post op and still having pain in my shoulder. I did everything suggested walking, walking, walking, GasX, following pre-op and post-op diets to the letter, etc..... and I'm still hurting - some nights I'm up more than I sleep! I have yet to make it an entire day without a stabbing pain in my shoulder that doubles me over. I always thought I was tough - I work my butt off at two jobs, two natural births with no pain killers, etc.... this kind of pain that comes and goes with no warning is not acceptable! My post-op. appt. is tomorrow and I praying he has a solution. I've dropped 25 lbs but if this pain is part of it - I want out

Congrats! Your officially a bandster! Hang in there - it gets better day by day.

How long after surgery did you have the shoulder, back and/or chest pain from the gas the surgeons use to pump up your abdomen? Sorry I missed the 0 days option........this was my first poll :thumbdown:

The only time I seen my surgeon after the surgery was when I passed him in the hallway on one of my short walks. The nurses and aides were the greatest so I don't feel like I wasn't taken care of. On the otherhand our dentist calls and checks up on us after every procedure. He is a great guy!

I wish all doc's were like yours. I think if you can prevent pain you should......if it wasn't for the gas pains I'm still going through, the surgery would've been lots easier to deal with.......as it is I'm in pain throughout the day and sometimes at work I hurt so bad I can't even answer the phone........co-workers are a little confused when they see me doubled over one minute and then fine 10 minutes later. I'm tired of "half" explaining what's going on. Of course I researched the prolonged shoulder/gas pain after the fact and I came across a problem some people have with their Phrenic nerve - sometimes this kind of pain lasts for months........and people have to get a revision or removal, etc..... I'm, of course, thinking that this is going to be me. :confused: I'm so glad you didn't have this problem and was just curious about the average number of days.....

Sorry.....my first poll :confused:

I have a question for the January banded. I'm 11 days out and still have pretty significant shoulder/gas pain. It had stopped for two days....I was sleeping in bed and on both sides at that point.......it returned big time and now I'm having a hard time throughout the day and back on the recliner because flat on my back feels like someone is stabbing me in the shoulder - funny thing is it's in the front of shoulder and just below collar bone - before it was back of shoulder?!? Did some of you have the gas pain for this long? I'm getting worried and very down since I'm getting very little sleep because of the discomfort. I may post on a main page to see what all have to say....... Thanks in advance. edit: Oh and I am moving/walking and working full time - not sitting around - can't.

The last couple days were great....... felt very little to no pain and gas pains were few and far between, I started full liquids Sunday and energy was a little better. Last night, all of the sudden, I have had pains in the front of my shoulder/right below my collar bone - sharp pains that made me cry for the first time since banding....frustration was part of that I think it's still gas pain but it was at the back of my shoulder and center of my chest ..... Why does it have to move?!? Geeesh........ go away already!!!! It will pass, it will pass......that is what I'm hoping, literally!

I go back to work tomorrow and am worried about my endurance. I have no pain just twinges here and there - I've been off of pain med's for a few days now. Pain is not what is dragging me down.......I have NO energy. Taking a shower and getting ready wipes me out. I'm afraid by the time I do all this and take the kids to their respective schools I'll be sitting in my car at work trying to get up enough energy to go in the doors! LOL I'm fortunate to be able to do a couple half days if I need to

I priced out 6 different psychiatrists and went with one that was in network for my insurance. I decided to go with the referred nutritionist though because she works hand in hand with surgeon and his requirements. Talk to your doctors office and they will understand and most likely give you other names. Good luck!

You will feel better. Lots of people are not allowed protein drinks until a week out......clear fluids is what is important right now. I ran a little bit of a fever for a day and a half and then nothing.......I also started my period (light) right after surgery. I think alot of this will pass and I know for a fact each day gets a little better than the last. Hang in there and rest when able......walking helps with the gas so your on the right track! Good luck and take care.

How about an all over body massage with a little bit of oil? My husband loves this! It leads to sex most of the time but sometimes he is exhausted and really likes to just go to sleep Tell him you appreciate him and it's to make him relax and mean it. As your massaging him, tell him what you like about him including the physical things - you don't have to talk dirty or put sexual pressure on him. Expect to have a happy relaxed husband and if things start to warm up.... good. If they don't just keep giving him massages once or twice a week and maybe he will start to think he is a hot sexy man again. Worst comes to worst....you could take care of yourself........ hope you don't take offense :smile: A woman has to do what a woman has to do! If it's not a physical problem this will make you both feel closer physically and good things can come from this even if it's not sex. Good luck!

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Please ask your doctor.........I know they vary in their answers but I think to error on the cautious side is best. I'm in the same boat as you - I was banded on the 8th and am hungry for the first time today. Everything I seen on TV and my family cooked was killing me........I have zero energy too. I'm looking forward to getting to the full liquids stage but I'm afraid of my stomaches reaction........I have read a few posts that indicate some people have had issues and have thrown up, etc.... when they try to go to the next stage.......this is scaring me into following my doctors orders and letting my stomache heal as much as possible. Good luck and remember you are not alone!

Banded on Monday and I'm feeling very little pain but boy do I get tired easily. I take a shower and it wipes me out. I went to a couple stores today (gone maybe 45 minutes) and couldn't keep my eyes open after I got home. I'm on clear liquids until Monday........I hope when I'm on full liquids my strength and stamina will come back....otherwise I'll be napping at work! Ha!

In my surgery packet they said to stop the BC 2 weeks out so if you stop soon - it should be ok. Stopping BC pills would put you into your period but since it's your time anyway it shouldn't be any different. Usually you run your normal course and stop but since you were not regular before......it may be different. I would stop right away so I had time to have my period and get over it before surgery! Good luck.

Take it easy.... it will be there when you feel better :thumbup: Maybe a neighbor/relative/friend could do the shoveling? Good luck!

Feeling better and better every day. Early mornings are the best - I feel normal for awhile and then become tired as the morning progresses. Still having shoulder pain! When will it go away?!? If it wasn't for the chest pressure and shoulder pain it wouldn't be half as bad. The stomache area only hurts when I'm getting up and down. Good luck all and remember.......after the first couple of days it really does start to feel better ..... :thumbup:

Hi All - I'm banded! Things went well during the surgery and the hospital staff is amazing and I let them know! I never wanted or needed for anything. They were on the ball and so nice. I'm not going to lie - the first day was a little rough with the pain and not being able to get comfortable at all. The first pain I felt was the gas in my shoulder and my chest. Yes it can happen in both places at once - ouch. I was feeling it before I could even open my eyes in the recovery room. It's not so bad now though - here and there I can feel it but not as bad. Stomache is sore - getting up and down is hard to do. Getting comfortable and sleeping in the recliner is hard to manage but the liquid pain med's are a blessing. Surgeon told me he fixed a hiatel (sp) hernia while he was in there. It took a good part of the 1st day to fully wake up and be aware of things and people. I would drop off to sleep in the middle of a conversation...... too funny. I'll post more later.... I can tell I'm rambling due to the med's......

I'm going to be banded in less than 24hours! I'm on clear liquids today.........fun, fun. packed my bag yesterday.......Gas-X, chapstick, ear plugs, book, med's I'm soon going to be off, warm socks, lotion, comfy loose clothes to come home in, etc..... I'm even prepared for my period to start since I've heard that many women do after surgery. Good luck guys.....I'll post my experience in a couple days or so....

Called to get my surgery time on Monday and they told me to be there at 5 and my surgery is at 7.... I said, "AM"? and she said, "Yes". I live over an hour away from the hospital and it's winter........yep, arranged for a dog sitter and reserved a hotel room. That's ok though...I manage a hotel and was able to get an employee discount I treated myself to a suite the night before surgery! Whirlpool tub here I come! Maybe it will let me relax and go to sleep................ yeah, who am I kidding.

I have decided that if I was forced to drink a Protein shake after every unhealthy meal but didn't have to drink one if I ate healthy - I would've been skinny. I am forcing myself to drink these things.......I sooo do not want to have a "meal" because I know my shake follows shortly after.......Yuck! A little dramatic, I know, but I'm sick of them all the same. :sifone:

Glad you got your date and have something to look forward to. Come visit us sometime..........

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