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

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

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.

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.