One day Post-Op, doing better than expected

[Medikdave 20]

Yesterday's surgery went pretty well. I'm pleasantly surprised at how well I'm doing, especially after reading some of the horror stories that people have told about their surgery experiences. At this point, I just can't wait until after 5pm today, so I can take a shower. So far, I've got some mild pain in my left shoulder from gas, and some tenderness where the port is sewn to my abdominal muscle. I get to advance to thick liquids tomorrow, so hopefully things will only get better from here. Anyone else get banded yesterday?

[ndyoung77 142]

I was banded Monday! Today is much better than yesterday. My port area is supper tender and sore no shoulder or gas pain just the sore port pain.. Hope your feeling well.

[Medikdave 20]

I still have a dull ache in my left shoulder, but it's pretty mild. I'm only feeling pain in my port area if I move a certain way or if I touch it. I was able to move to "thick" liquids this morning, so that is going to be a welcome change. My stomach has been growling loud enough that my dogs were looking at me funny. lol

Glad to see that you're doing well also!

[allysonwhitt 35]

I too was banded June 24th last week. I had the shoulder pain too but the worst is where the port is sewn in. Super painful. Congrats. One week post op tomorrow. Yay!

[B_alexis33 3]

I was banded June 27th and I must say the pain has mainly been where my port is. I am trying to consume enough liquids to remain hydrated but i dont want to drink too much where i would be sick, for the most part I have been cranky and groggy because the pain is unbearable at times. Also my sutures are beginning to itch like crazy!

[Amberley 97]

I was banded on Saturday the 29th. Today is my first day since banding that I feel good. Weight is dropping off. I am struggling to eat enough calories. Anyone else have that issue?

[allysonwhitt 35]

Yes I am having issues with meeting my calories too! I'm in the puréed week and its tough!