azguy101

Had my band on 3/15, so about 10 days ago. Beyond the expected pain for the first two days, my recovery was fairly smooth. liquids the first week, now on mushy food - though I do feel ready for regular food. Had felt some restriction if I eat fast, so must continue to work on adjusting my behavior. Mentally, not doing the best and will see an psychologist soon to help with that aspect. I have my follow up the first week of April, so will find out more then; what my path and plan will be. Losing weight, putting some exercise into my life...so, that is great. I'd so far, mentally the challenge has been far worse than physically.

I have not cheated yet, only three days post op, but it goes through my mind. Your post will help remind me NOT to cheat - and I thank you for sharing. Be well... Also - when in doubt, call the MD and confess - see what they have to say about your discomfort, pain...etc.

Yahoo, I am not alone. Just apologized to my wife for being crabby this afternoon - as I was sufferring from some serious hunger pains. I had not drank enough Water or Protein shakes, so I guess from reading the above posts that was to be expected - crabbiness. I feel like at times I have "buyer's remorse" and hope I did the right thing. I start to dream about eating big meals and wonder if I was sane making this change. I need to focus on my health, feeling good, looking better...etc, but it sure is hard right now. Thanks for the posts, they helped a lot... Banded 3/15....and wishing for a miracle by 3/18!

Praying for you.....you will do great tomorrow and I look forward to talking to you soon. Wayne

Thanks for the reply. We should keep in touch as we started this journey on the same date. :scared2: My pain is much better today - two days post op. I can feel a sizable difference in the discomfort. I am so happy for that...my legs - my calves - are sore as I think I was walking differently to help with the stomach pain. You get that? I am on broth, Jello and muscle milk....that's about it. I want to cheat, but then again, I don't want to. I am ready to do what has to be done. Drop me a line....Wayne

Only one day post op, so this soreness is expected, but I sure hope it subsides very soon. I have been drinking liquids, walking...etc, etc....trying to do everything right. Anyone use a hot pack on their belly to help with the pain? What pain meds did you receive? Thanks..Wayne

I will be praying for you - be strong and stay as calm as you can in the hospital. It is over so quickly you won't believe it. God Bless..

I didn't tell anyone, except my wife of course, until I was approved. I hesitated to tell more people, but...I just felt like being tranparent and open. It is a risk, as you know people will be monitoring what I eat, if am losing...etc - but...I just wanted to put it out there. Indeed, many may be critical of my decision, but I can't worry about "their" reaction. I am trying to keep focused on what is important and what I can control. Good luck to you.

This post helped me a lot - I just pulled off my patch and I hope that is the cause for my blurry vision. Again, thank you very much.

Hello all - I am on day 1 - post op and just wanted to intro and thank everyone for their posts, they have helped a lot to read and get info from those who have experienced this procedure. I am excited, in pain...and....curious to see what the next several months hold for me. Be well....Wayne

Yes, I had many tests and medical clearances to obtain prior to being approved....cardio, sleep test, EGD, EKG...blood tests, etc, etc. Good luck to you. I am sure you won't have any issues getting approved after the 6 months.

Yes, I had to fullfil the same requirements as you listed. We must have the same insurance? U.H.? I did not have "internet monitoring" though. I just finished the six months and was approved - surgery is in two weeks.