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I was banded by Dr. Jones last tuesday! :)

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Well' date=' lab tests came back cancerous, actually only 5 other reported cases type of cancer, but non aggressive. So heading to oncologist for tests and if they come back clear I shall be banded may 24th. Talk about a hiccup! But on the bright side...my surgeon is getting to know me well! I am dubbed the surprise girl!!! Lol! Life is sooo funny!

Congrats to all other April bandsters who made it through![/quote']

I had the same issue but when I went to indochronologist I was cleared and had no cancer. Do worry, be Positive and follow all your advise from your doctor. I will definitely include you in my prayers.

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Was banded this morning and did great. The doc also fixed a hietal hernia as well...was able to walk around after a couple of hours and did this 3-4 more times while at the hospital. Was able to get a least 3 laps around the floor the last time. I am at home tonight (thank goodness) and doing fairly well. My pain was very minimal during the day today. Didn't have to take any pain meds but this evening has been a lil worse. My stomach feels like I am tightening up all my muscles and holding them. I know its just the gas and soreness from the incisions though. It is tolerable. I did take my pain meds when I got home just so I can try and sleep some tonight. Only on Clear Liquids for today and tomorrow so I am really looking forward to Thursday when I can have some creamy soup...the highlight of my week so far. Will keep everyone updated as my journey begins today. Hope every one else who was banded today did just as well :)

mom of 3 :)

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Hello all. I was banded this morning, everything went really well. The worst pain is the gas pain in my chest, I feel like a blimp lol. I have an on Q pain pump attached to my stomach and I've been taking my liquid lortab to keep the pain at bay. I've been sipping liquids & sf hello but I'm afraid to take too much, I'm trying tovavoid having anything come back up! I hope everyone else is doing great!

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What has everyone been given for pain? I am just curious. I have a prescription for Reprexain (hydrocodone and Ibuprofen mix) plus Zofran for nausea. I also have to take Amend (anti-nausea med) the morning of surgery' date=' take two IV meds for nausea and a Scopolamine patch behind my ear. He doesn't want that band coming loose from vomiting! Anyone else get this much nausea medicine? It must work because none of his patients ever throw up after surgery.[/quote']

Who is your surgeon?

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Hello all. I was banded this morning' date=' everything went really well. The worst pain is the gas pain in my chest, I feel like a blimp lol. I have an on Q pain pump attached to my stomach and I've been taking my liquid lortab to keep the pain at bay. I've been sipping liquids & sf hello but I'm afraid to take too much, I'm trying tovavoid having anything come back up! I hope everyone else is doing great![/quote']

Congrats!!!

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Was banded this morning and did great. The doc also fixed a hietal hernia as well...was able to walk around after a couple of hours and did this 3-4 more times while at the hospital. Was able to get a least 3 laps around the floor the last time. I am at home tonight (thank goodness) and doing fairly well. My pain was very minimal during the day today. Didn't have to take any pain meds but this evening has been a lil worse. My stomach feels like I am tightening up all my muscles and holding them. I know its just the gas and soreness from the incisions though. It is tolerable. I did take my pain meds when I got home just so I can try and sleep some tonight. Only on clear liquids for today and tomorrow so I am really looking forward to Thursday when I can have some creamy soup...the highlight of my week so far. Will keep everyone updated as my journey begins today. Hope every one else who was banded today did just as well :)

mom of 3 :)

Congrats. Thanks for the update!!! I'm starting my pre-op diet tomorrow eeeek!!

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My surgery was April 2. I have had no problems. Had my first fill yesterday and back on liquids for 2 days. Tomorrow I get mushies. I'm ready to start my life with regular foods. tuna and chicken salad has been nice but I'm ready to branch out. 26 pounds down since preop started' date=' 3/19.[/quote']

Good job on the weight loss! That is terrific!

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Congrats. Thanks for the update!!! I'm starting my pre-op diet tomorrow eeeek!!

TY..and good luck on your pre-op diet..you'll do fine tho! Keep us updated

mom of 3 :)

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My surgery is also on the 26th..a little nervous but excited. I'm going back to work on Monday and curious how I'm going to feel. I didn't tell anyone at work about my surgery.

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Me too its tomorrow can't wait

I have taken two weeks off work

So I can physically and emotionally and mentally be ready for work

And I need a b4eak any way

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Me too its tomorrow can't wait

I have taken two weeks off work

So I can physically and emotionally and mentally be ready for work

And I need a b4eak any way

Mine is also tomorrow (the 26th) I have only taken 2 days off work...I am a teacher of the visually impaired and I have several ARD/IEP meetings that I legally have to attend. I will plan on sitting in the meetings and then not do much the rest of the day--depending on how I feel. The end of the year is awful for those of us in the special ed world...but I just didn't want to wait till school was out. I think it will be fine and I can always take the afternoon off if I need to.

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I get banded Thursday tomorrow. I'm scared but I know it will all go fine. I am in upstate NY so it has been a rainy week here April is a strange month. I think I need the sun to brighten my spirits. This time tomorrow I will be on my way to a new lifestyle. Any suggestions

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So tomorrow is the big day I'm excited nervous and scared all in one. My three-day preop diet has not gone to bad not near as bad as I thought it would. That gives me a lot of hope that I'll be able to stick with this and do what I need to do to be a new and improved skinny me!! Good luck to everybody that is having surgery today and tomorrow and the rest of the month.

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So tomorrow is the big day I'm excited nervous and scared all in one. My three-day preop diet has not gone to bad not near as bad as I thought it would. That gives me a lot of hope that I'll be able to stick with this and do what I need to do to be a new and improved skinny me!! Good luck to everybody that is having surgery today and tomorrow and the rest of the month.

I just had mine done yesterday. I don't feel Hungry but my mouth is always dry. It does not hurt as mush as I thought it would. Now my new life bgins

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