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So just thought Id share..

I'm 7 days post op (yay) feeling amazingly better even went back to work today. My port incision is now sore but wasn't before but I hear that's common.

I was able to eat mashed potatoes today and was really excited.. And banana pudding which is a new favorite. I'm able to eat abt a cup and then feel full ( I thought that it was odd to be eating that much 7days out) especially since days 1-4 I could barely eat anything (did my band slip?) I called my patient coordinator and she said that my band had not been filled yet, and that there was nothing in it so far, and that I couldnt eat much in the first few days bc of the swelling, and that im just healing quickly is why i can put down a cup. she said everyone is different in how they heal. I told her I was still concerned that 1 cup was a lot after surgery.. She then comforted me by saying "we'll how much could you used to eat".. Very true.. A lot.

She continued to tell me that if my band had slipped I would be vomiting an have symptoms. So a no on the slip. Thank god. Just me worrying (:

Jst wanted to share my thoughts

Anyone else have any similarities? (:

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I seven days out too, oh actually eight today. I actually feel guilty when reading some posts coz I am feeling really good. I have walked each day and today did one hour and fifteen minutes. I only took four pain killers and had no gas problems. I feel very lucky and thankful.

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So glad to hear you ladies are doing so well! Just bit of advice, take it slow and follow the rules. You will lose the most your first year and then it becomes challenging. Take advantage of the "losing window" when it comes off easy! Lapband is a great tool if you use it right, I slipped and am back on track again. Hope you both keeping feeling a little better each day!

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I also have been taking it slow, but listening to my body has helped with that. I am feeling better and better every day. Also, my nutritionist has me on protien and vegetables but NO potatoes, corn and peas because they are starches so I havn't even had mashed potatoes yet! That might end on Sunday for Easter though LOL.

Good luck =)

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Thanks for updating us on your situations I no for me atleast these forums help me so so much as u will be banded April 2 it gives me alot input as to things to watch for again Thanks!!

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