COASTALGRL

Anyone else post op 3days? I have not had a bowel movement yet is that normal? I have only had liquid protein and jello or broth. I'm embarrassed to ask, but need to know. :help:

Dear Ivnmylife, Thanks for the response. I'm so new to all of this. I haven't told anyone of this surgery except my spouse and my son, so I'm glad I have all of you to bounce off of. If I didn't fill the restriction in air intack then I think I would feel about 80%. I know it's only been a few days, but it's hard to keep myself down. How are you dealing with your pain and gas? Sorry to ask, but have you had a bowel movement yet? Banded 8/28/07 S.F. CA Have not weighed yet, But know I am loosing.

Rae, It sounds as if this is the surgery you need, for your health as well as giving you a chance to live a longer life. My suggestions would be to stay focused and do exactly what your Doctor tells you to. Good Luck. I am 5 days post op and I am feeling pretty good.

Hi to all of you, I was banded on the 28th as well. Things are going pretty well. I found out today that my doctor did a hiatal hernia repair when he placed the band. Maybe that is what is making me feel as if I can't take a deep breath? Did any of you have the repair?

Thanks for the info, I just thought that with "just liquids" maybe it was normal. How are you doing? Is your weight loss going as expected?

Be sure and keep yourself hydrated. If you can't keep fluids down I would call your doctor.

I was also just banded 8/28 I didn't gain from fluids, my complaint is I feelthat my chest is tight. I don't know if that is gas or what. I have so much fear, I don't want anything to go wrong. I am also bruised around the sites and my I.V. placement. Anyone out there feel as if they have bricks on their chest?

I was so scared, my surgery was on the 8th and went well. I' very sore and nervous about what to ea. I wish you luck come to us for support. 261/253/140 surgery date 8/28/07

Hi to All, I was banded yesterday in S.F. by Dr Cirangle. I was so scared. The night was alittle rough, but today I feel good. My stomach is sore but only feels as if I worked out hard. That's been years. Was anyone else banded yesterday? I would love to hear from you. My support group is very small. My spouse and son are the only ones that know of my decision. I come from a large Italian family:hungry: My start weight was 261 we will see how it goes!

Where was your surgery? I drinking some sort of Fluid every 20-30 mins to help with the hunger. The chicken Soup Protein powder has helped. Coastalgrl

Thanks for all the great info. I was banded yesterday. I am trying to stay focused with 1-2 ponds per week. Good Luck