Just Banded

[CharlotteCS 0]

I was banded on 4/21/11 by Dr. Cribbins in Dallas, Tx. Arrived at 5:30 a.m. Went in for surgery at 7:00 a.m. and left for home at 10:45. Slept most of the day. The next day most of my pain was in my shoulder blades. I took the pain medication twice. The following day I was up with just some soreness. Went back to work on Monday.

I did Clear liquids for three days and now I'm on Soups and yogurt. I"m concerned because I just don't feel anything. I expected to feel full or bloated if I ate more than 1/4th a cup, but I don't.

I was wondering on liquids how fast does your pouch empty?

Also, I'm only hungry in the evenings.

Oh, I've tried 10 different Protein drinks and thrown every one in the trash. Is there a Protein pill? Not sure I can continue to drink that stuff. Does anyone know of good tasting protein?

Thanks!

Charlotte

[Chickie55 0]

I was banded on 4/20 and after the two week pre-op diet I too am really sick of the protein!!! The thought of it makes me nauseaus!! My Nutritionist told me to get liquid Protein, so you only have to take a shot of it. I am going to the store tomorrow to get some. It has to be better!! Also, I am hungry all the time but my doctor still has me on liquids till I see him on 5/12!!!! The other thing is I have bad gas pains, which walking helps to aleviate. Anyway, good luck and I will post about the Liquid Protein when I get it.

[Liza<3 1]

I very picky about the proties shakes. I finally found one called Lean Body they have banana, cookie n cream, starwberry and chocolate...so far these are the only ones i like and will drink......good luck to u both