4 days post op

[cksweetpea 26]

Just a quick question. I have been getting heartburn some. Is that because I have eaten too much, or what is causing that? Just trying to figure out the soft stop etc.

[ashly.auld 9]

I am also 4 days out and I have a similar situation.i would call it more of a pressure in my chest. I feel like it may be the pressure to stop but I am not sure! I would love if someone would rely to this post for us such a weird new journey and have no one around me that was ever banded.

[bubbs 15]

What are you eating? You shouldn't be eating 4 days post op its liquids only for first 2 weeks or was for me!

[can_do 195]

I'm 1 week post-op today and still on Clear Liquids and skim milk. I don't start any pureed food until 2 weeks out.

[babykins529 189]

If you eat or drink and then lay down or even recline, that could cause reflux/heartburn. There are many possibilities. Are you on liquids? If anything call your doctor.

[cksweetpea 26]

I'm on full liquids, plus puréed eggs and cottage cheese. I only have experienced it twice. Think it's just part of getting used to eating/drinking/ and getting use to all the signals and learning to eat again. I will mention it to my Dr when I see him Fri. It's not consistent so I'm not worried.

[melidawn 15]

I am also 4 days out and I have a similar situation.i would call it more of a pressure in my chest. I feel like it may be the pressure to stop but I am not sure! I would love if someone would rely to this post for us such a weird new journey and have no one around me that was ever banded.

For me the pressure in my chest was gas pains. I called my doctor cause it was freaking me out. Every day it eased up more and now I am almost 3 weeks post op and the pressure is completely gone. I do still get pains in my shoulder when I eat though.

[Rojasanoll 920]

You are still healing and some will take 4-5 weeks to heal. Do only liquids for the first 10 days or follow your doctors orders completely. Do not deviate! I added an extra week of liquids to my post op to make sure I was okay in the healing process. People want to lose their weight quickly and hopefully look good. A BNig mistake! Take it slower and steady and learn how to eat good and make proper choices. This is a Lifetime committment.

Best wishes

[TruDreadz 2]

I agree with everyone before.. it could be a range of things.. gas from the CO2 used during surgery.. irritation from the band due to inflammation.. acid reflux can form because of the irritation.. walking will help the CO2 problems and most doctors encourage an OTC acid reducer like prilosec or nexium.. try to keep away from acidic drinks.. juices and coffee are the worse.. anyhow if its too bad then check with your doctor.. wishing you both a blessed journey..

[ashly.auld 9]

Thank you guys for all your posts. Very helpful. When I said eating I just meant like the broth and yogurt and stuff that is liquid diet compatible. I have such a gurglly stomach now but no gas or chest pain thanks again