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I had my surgery last Friday, April 19th. The surgery went smoothly and i only had to take two doses of pain meds. But, the uncomfortable feeling in my stomach lasted for several days. It is definitely better today. Can't wait for Saturday and Protein Shakes and sf pudding. Lol.

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Day 1 and 2 were nothing no horrible pain no extra strange stuff I'm on day 3 and my incisions are very sore! I get to start blended foods tomorrow and I don't really know if I want food my stomach is growling but the thought of eating isn't what I want right now. I'm also having a popping feeling were my port is if I get up to fast kinda grosses me out. Also burping a lot hope to feel better soon! Hope everyone else is doing well

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I had my surgery at 11:00 this morning and feel so much better than I expected. I was ready to sit up and walk right after I got into recovery. Yes, the incisions sting (especially the largest one) and I feel a lot of pressure from the gas, but it's tolerable. I've been walking since I've gotten home to try to get that gas to dissipate. I'm just so pleased with how the entire process went and very glad to have this part over!

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Everyone heals differently. Especially if you didn't have a hernia repair or prior surgeries.

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Everyone heals differently. Especially if you didn't have a hernia repair or prior surgeries.

Absolutely. I did not have a hernia and no prior surgeries. I also know that Days 2 and 3 could be worse. Just relieved the unknowns of the surgery are over and on the road to this next chapter.

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Hello All

Getting banded tomorrow have to be at the hospital at 5:30am. Just cant believe its here finally. To all of you banded tomorrow i wish you the best and a painless as possible recovery. To those of you still waiting to be banded just be patient before you know it your surgery will be here. To those that have been banded already Thank You so much for your support and your words of encouragement.To all keep moving and best wishes

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I had my surgery yesterday. I'm not really hurting, but I have some discomfort in my shoulder. I'm also having a little difficulty breathing. I've been getting up and walking around as much as I can. I think it's just gas causing the discomfort. I haven't been hungry, but my mouth is so dry, so I'm drink a lot of Water.< /p>

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Hello All

Getting banded tomorrow have to be at the hospital at 5:30am. Just cant believe its here finally. To all of you banded tomorrow i wish you the best and a painless as possible recovery. To those of you still waiting to be banded just be patient before you know it your surgery will be here. To those that have been banded already Thank You so much for your support and your words of encouragement.To all keep moving and best wishes

Good luck and let us know how it goes!

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Was banded yesterday. Left shoulder pain is in and off. Managed to be up walking a few times today. Abdominal area is VERY sore, the heating pad really works. How long before the abdominal area is not as sore?

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Good luck and let us know how it goes!

I will do Thank you

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Was banded yesterday. Left shoulder pain is in and off. Managed to be up walking a few times today. Abdominal area is VERY sore' date=' the heating pad really works. How long before the abdominal area is not as sore?[/quote']

I'm just opposite you. It's my shoulder that is very sore and abdominal is on and off. Heating pad and gas-x is helping some, but I'm ready to be back to not hurting. I'm trying not to show too much because my mom said she's watching me to see if it's something she wants to do.

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Hi everyone! I was banded on the 24th and at the last minute my surgeon told me she was going to take out my gallbladder since I was having problems with it. She said there was a lot of scar tissue on it and it took longer to take out then expected. I'm assuming that's why I'm more sore than I expected. I have had lots of gas pains and walking absolutely helps. Also, I started to get this burning sensation in my stomach today/this morning and I finally ate sf pudding and it made it feel better! I think I was getting full on medicine and not eating enough to coat my stomach. Anyways, I wish everyone a speedy recovery and am looking forward to my new life!

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Ugh....I look like an accident victim. My tummy is a lovely palette of blue, purple, and yellow. It's been a week today sick My surgery. My left shoulder is still killing me. The port site is still sore. I can feel my port AND my band through my skin....I that weird or normal? I go back Mon for a checkup.

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Since my surgery not sick my surgery...oiy!

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Been 3 weeks since my surgery. Plus 2 weeks pre-op diet, total of 37 pounds lost in 5 weeks time.

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