4 Days Post Op

[Breezy11 5]

I was banded on 2/7/13. I guess I didnt expect to feel the way I do. It has been extremely uncomfortable. I just feel stuck like I am never going to feel normal again. I know i just had surgery and it takes time to recover but for some reason I feel some regret.

[wozzicat 36]

I feel the same as you. I was done on the 8th wondering what have I done. I keep getting reassured I will get better. I have swelling right now that is why liquids are so hard. Keep me updated.

[Spaness2012 609]

I was banded on the 7th as well. While we are healing and in some discomfort, these feelings are normal. I do feel better each day....hang in there......we are "doing it".

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

well, its major surgery so its gonna hurt a smidge.

def uncomfortable as you are swollen inside and need to heal.

every day its gonna get better. so def need to find a positive

attitude although right now its just crummy feeling. been there.

regret what? that you made a decision to make yourself well...

hopefully that feeling will go away. hang in there.

[Breezy11 5]

well, its major surgery so its gonna hurt a smidge.

def uncomfortable as you are swollen inside and need to heal.

every day its gonna get better. so def need to find a positive

attitude although right now its just crummy feeling. been there.

regret what? that you made a decision to make yourself well...

hopefully that feeling will go away. hang in there.

I am not sure what I regret exactly. I dont know its just confusing and overwhelming I guess. Im sure once the physical discomfort gets better I will feel better all around.

[gilda85_99@ 41]

I got banded 1/17 and felt horrible for a few days and I also questioned my decision but after getting over the soreness I am walking 2 miles a day and doing great, not losing a ton like I thought they told me 1-2 pounds a week was good at this point, You will get over this hurdle and be glad you did it. It was well worth it. Hang in there!

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

I am not sure what I regret exactly. I dont know its just confusing and overwhelming I guess. Im sure once the physical discomfort gets better I will feel better all around.

completely normal. i referred to this as band blues...it lasted a couple days..mainly because i spent the days in the potty LOL but it does get better. i pinky swears.

[can_do 195]

I'm one week post-op today and for the first time, actually felt like getting up out of bed today. It IS major surgery and all of our innards have been manipulated and need time to recover. I still have gas pain, no appetite and no energy, but it really does get better each day. Stay in touch for positive input.

[i (used to) love candy 22]

I can't believe that it has been 2 months for me and there are times when I forget it is there! For me the third day post op was the worst...very uncomfortable, very aware of my port...it actually freaked me out a little, having a difficult time sipping liquids...but each day got better and better. Still trying to wrap my head around the life changes, especially as my family asks , "you mean you will have to do that forever?"but no regrets other than I wish I had pursued this earlier. (I had been denied 10 years ago). Oh well, can't look back, only forward. Hang in there!

[wozzicat 36]

I can't believe that it has been 2 months for me and there are times when I forget it is there! For me the third day post op was the worst...very uncomfortable, very aware of my port...it actually freaked me out a little, having a difficult time sipping liquids...but each day got better and better. Still trying to wrap my head around the life changes, especially as my family asks , "you mean you will have to do that forever?"but no regrets other than I wish I had pursued this earlier. (I had been denied 10 years ago). Oh well, can't look back, only forward. Hang in there!

I'm glad to see your post. I can't imagine a day where I won't feel horrible or feel like something is stuck or drink normally again.

[Bamamom#2 0]

I was banned on 2-8 too and I've had those roller coasters feelings!!! After I thought what did I do???? I keep telling myself it will be worth it in the end.. I've been sleeping propped up on pillows. The 2nd day I broke out in red blotches everywhere. The on call Dr.said take benedryl that I must've been allergic to something they gave me at the hospital!!!! Today I ate peach cobbler baby food!!!! 31 and eating baby food!!! Lol!!! I feel constipated. Wonder if I can take Mirlax? Anyway hang in there!!!! God is gonna help us all through this!!!!

[hummingbird7 18]

I was banded on 12/31/12. It was not a lot of fun for the first week, but by the beginning of week 3, I had so much energy and felt amazing! For the past 7 years I have not been able to stick to a diet for more than 2-3 weeks. The liberating thing about the band is I don't really think about food and I don't worry that I'll regain my "slow but sure" weight back. I'm working with the band and I honestly don't think about it being there. It's amazing the things I have time to think about when food isn't dominating my mind, or planning the next new diet. Now I plan the next new outfit or vacation It will get better.

[kazjim98 618]

Hope you are feeling a little better today Breezy..Hang in there it will get better

[Breezy11 5]

Hope you are feeling a little better today Breezy..Hang in there it will get better <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

Thank you! I've been feeling alot better!