jlapete

I was banded on Tuesday May 19th. It was my second attempt at the band(Two years ago I went in, but my liver was so enlarged I did not get banded at that time). So, after having the laproscopic surgery twice in two years, I can say. YES, everything hurts and it is totally normal. Surgery can be a big shock to your body. Let yourself sleep as much as you need to, and walk when you can. Ice packs on your incisions help alot, and putting a heating pad across your shoulders also helps a good deal, especially with the gas pain. I did not have a BM for three days after surgery and when it comes, it is LESS then pleasent, but normal. My doctor told me I could have yogurt after the third day, and I had one friday morning. The yogurt has active live cultures in it and should help with the BM. just check with your surgeon to see if they will allow you to have it. I am still alittle sore, but my mobility is back and aside from the hunger, I feel good. I hope you get there too... good luck

I was banded on May 19th (6 days ago) my incisions feel fine, my mobility is great and I am going back to work tomorrow. My issue is that I am soo freaking hungry. Just the thought of having any more broth, popsicles, or Protein shakes makes my stomach turn. Because I cannot stand the idea of Fluid, I have not been having enough protein. I am cranky because I am hungry and wanted to just jump my husband for his mashed potatoes. Was anyone able to eat something as simple as mashed potatoes or scrambled eggs 1 week post op? I am not looking to eat anything too crazy, but I just do not know if I can wait another week to start the puree phase of the diet. Also, did anyone have a hernia repaired durning their surgery? I did, and my chest hurts, it feels muscular, and my chest burns abit above the band. I thankfully have not had complications or vomiting and I do not think the band slipped, but I was wondering if anyone else had that issue?