NY2LAGirl

Ann I think you are right it seems to be the port area all other incisions don't hurt at all. But boy does it hurt!!!!!!I will try to stay up as much as possible today.

I had the same leg problem you are talking about around two years ago and it turned out to be a rare side effect to an antibiotic the dr put me on for an infection. He had never even heard of that kind of reaction since it's so rare. Google the med and read the side effects.

I wish I knew if I am doing something wrong! I am 3 days post op and still in immense pain. Every time I try to stand up I feel like my insides are ripping. At least the gas isn't as bad in the shoulder now. Maybe I am not mobile enough but it's been hard to walk around. The only relief I get is from the pain meds but don't want to take them 24/7. I also haven't gone to the bathroom since the morning of the surgery so I may be constipated. Calling my doc this AM.

I was banded Tues the 13th an my throat was killing me I actually lost my voice yesterday. I spent the first 2 days spraying my throat with Chloraseptic. Today it finally felt better.

I can relate to your complaints I had 3 C/Sections and 2 laporoscopic surgery's for scar tissue and had my gallbladder removed. I knew I would have the shoulder pain because I had it so bad after previous surgery's but you are right every time I move it feels like my port site is ripping. Spoke to my Doc's nurse this am and she said the 3rd-4th day are the worse as all numbing agents will be gone. I have just been taking my tylenol with codeine every 4 hours and thats when I try to do some walking so it's taken the edge off the pain. I am also not too worried about taking in all the liquids as long as I can get my protein shake down I feel ok and I take baby sips of water all day but it isn't much. I am sure a month from now we will forget all about this pain when we are down 20 lbs.

Have you had soup? I also have been drinking the Kashi Golean Vanilla shake with skim milk and it tastes pretty good. There are also tons of flavored teas out there too...My port site is killing me! Congrats to both of us we took the first step!

I was banded Tues the 13th and my stomach has been growling a bit but I think it's more gas which is just bubbling up in my stomach. I have been in terrible pain especially at the port site. Am I the only one you all sound like it was a walk in the park. I am also having trouble drinking as much as they want. I have been drinking my protein drink which is the koshi golean with skim milk which tastes pretty good. Today I will try the Designer Wey I bought at Vitamin Shoppe.

Bella40 Congratulations!!!! I had my band yesterday too. I am soooooo sore. I have been having those terrrible shoulder pains so I have been taking pain meds every 4 hours. Plus I am in pain at the port site doc said it's from the manipulation of the tissue in the area. But drinking my clears and protein drink. today is the first day of the rest of our lives! All the best to you!

I AM ON MY WAY TO THE HOSPITAL surgery time 8:15 thinking of you Gone 4 Ever!

Laura beautiful picture and I noticed you are doing so well with your weight loss keep up the great work!!!!!!!!

Thank-you to all of you this site has been a tremendous tool in my prep for this surgery you are all such wonderful inspirations!!!

I have both and we use the hot tub so much more. I did see something interesting this weekend in Palm Springs at some model home they called them spools and they are small pools but one corner had extra jets and heat so you can sit in that corner and get the benefits of the spa but still have a pool....just a thought. If you live in a cold climate go with the tub!

I am tomorrow too!!!!! I have to be there at 6:45 because I am the first to go to. Good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My doc recommended either Centrum(?) chewable or Flintstones chewable I honestly think any store brand chewable multi-vitamin is OK.

Hi I am going in Tuesday too at 6:45 a.m. I had a bit of a panic attack yesterday but called a friend who had a band two weeks ago and she talked me off the ledge. I started my pre-op liquid diet this morning and it's not as bad as I thought. As far as meds my doctor called in my prescriptions yesterday and they are liquids. I will tell you my friend has been doing GREAT!! She just started her mushies and she is down 26lbs and she said it has not been difficult at all except she got sick and tired of the protein drink real fast and had to force herself to drink them plus she is lactose intolerant which made it difficult and yet she said she has no regrets so I am using her as my role model. I wish you all the best you will do great!!!!! KEEP IN TOUCH

I grew up on Long Island and have been out here in LA for 15 years now. I was thinking of going to my friends gym and sitting in the steam room to help clear everything out of my pores...just another thought. Vicks also sells these great tabs you put on the floor as you shower and you breath in all the vapors I bought the lavender and it's so relaxing and feels great you should try it just to take the edge off your nerves.

Are you saying a martini isn't on the liquid portion of the diet (LOL)

Hi I am also on May 13th and spent a few hours with my daughter last night and today calls me and tells me she just went to the doctor and she has a sinus and throat infection......I am freaking out!!!!! If I were you I would try to get enough sleep, drink lots of tea with honey, stay hydrated and take tylenol. If it's just a cold you should be ok by Tuesday. I am sure you won't have to postpone think positive and please lets stay in touch and lets compare post op stories!!!!

My doctor said no slim-fast not enough protein but did say Atlikns was ok if you can't get to a GNC etc. He also said you can add powdered milk to any liq to give it a protein boost

I am having my band done by Dr Billy on Tues May 13th and my experiences with him and his staff have been nothing but positive. You should go to his seminar if you haven't already he is very honest about everything including operating room problems he has had in the past!

Lapdeb I am also getting banded mine is in 7 days!!!!!! My doctor only asked that I try to eat more protein less carbs and take a chewable vitamin everyday and just try and practice chewing more and drinking nothing with meals etc. I am scared to death by excited all the same. Make sure you post your weight loss for us all to share in your success.

I wish you the best of luck tomorrow! I am on the books for next Tuesday. I will keep you in my thoughts and please keep us informed.

I saw this online yesterday and tried it and it was sooo good. I am having my band in 8 days and have been playing around with recipes so I know what I like when I will need it. If you just google recipes for high protein low fat shakes hundreds pop-up! Double Deluxe Chocolate Fudge Mix one serving of chocolate whey according to directions. Then, add one packet of Swiss Miss fat-free hot cocoa mix and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds and serve.

hey I am 10 days away too where are you doing yours?

Congratulations!!!!!!!