Diarrhea Ever Since Lap Band Surgery (sorry If That's Tmi)

[oliversmomma 10]

Hey everyone and Merry Christmas Eve!!!

Surgery was Wednesday and I've had diarrhea ever since. Did this happen to any of you? Its just a huge annoyance because it's the kind that you have to run to the potty for and it's hard to move fast because of my incision pain.

Just wondering if this is normal.

[Cocoabean 430]

liquid in=liquid out. It is very common. Once you get back to solids foods, things should solidify.

I had what I called "explosive decompressions"!! Yikes! Hope it gets better soon!

[oliversmomma 10]

Denise- That makes sense. Explosive Decompressions is the perfect term! Thank you!

[Cocoabean 430]

You are welcome! Merry Christmas to you! And I hope Santa brings Oliver good stuff!

Are you having green and red Jello for dinner? Post-op diet at Christmas time must suck. I did pre-op on Superbowl Sunday at a party and was having a pity party about that! On the outside though, I just sucked it up, put on my big girl panties, and did what needed to be done.

[oliversmomma 10]

It's definitely been hard during the holidays. I'll probably skip the red and green jello! haha I hate Jello. Probably eat red and green popsicles though.

This has to be one of the most difficult things I've ever done, but I know in the long run, it'll totally be worth it.

[Cocoabean 430]

I despise Jello...blech! Trust me, at 4 years out, the pre-op/post-op diet misery are now fond memories. Really! Funny stories to share on the board and let others know they will get through it.

I've been at a normal BMI for over 2 years now, and I've loved every minute of being healthy. I haven't loved every minute of being banded. Stuck episodes are not the greatest, but can also be funny.

Keep your sense of humor, and focus on the healthier you to come!

[Mom23boys 3]

I just had to say thank you for having the nerve and posting this question, and to you who answered it! Misery loves company is a true true thing, I am finding! I was banded on Tuesday Dec. 20 and have had the same experience. It is ever so lovely, no? But it beats the feeling that I am so hungry I could eat the couch!! Suck it up is easier said than done, but I am sucking away...

[Cocoabean 430]

I just had to say thank you for having the nerve and posting this question, and to you who answered it! Misery loves company is a true true thing, I am finding! I was banded on Tuesday Dec. 20 and have had the same experience. It is ever so lovely, no? But it beats the feeling that I am so hungry I could eat the couch!! Suck it up is easier said than done, but I am sucking away...

That is what this forum is all about. Help and support. We are not here for medical advice, but to share our experiences.

No question should go unasked. Even if you don't want to ask it because you think it is too embarrassing...do a search, it has probably been asked and answered.