Banded Yesterday

[the shift lieutenant 11]

I was banded the 13th. Dont know how you can do it without regular doses of pain meds. I'm taking them at regular intervals without fail. Had my gallbladder out in June and I remember what happens if you wait till it hurts to take something. Anybody having a hard time taking a deep breath? I had some serious recovery room problems post op and I'm having a hell of a time taking a deep breath. Im working the little plactic breathing meter, but I'm in a pretty fair amount of pain after.

[Gmachris 15]

Sure sounds like you are on your way. Exciting isn't it? I think the third day is the magic day,really feeling so much better! Best of luck to you.

[Gmachris 15]

That post was for Deweydoer (and anyone else who wants to use it).

[Gmachris 15]

The shift lt , don't be down on yourself about pain med . That is a very individualized subjective thing, do what you need to do and don' t get in that grind of comparing yourself. That is what makes you so special. We all are different . ( isn't that a blessing) !

[the shift lieutenant 11]

Thanks for the kind words of encouragement. Still struggling, but I'm optimistic and excited at the same time. This is just another adventure in life we can all learn from and become better as a result! Stay strong!

[tamara3569 25]

I was banded on Wednesday and Im doing pretty good. Walking helps and I am not in too much pain, just a dull ache around the port area...day two felt like I did 1000 sit ups but that is going down as well. The swelling added about 5lbs but they should be gone in a couple days....so far happy with my decision

[Brittani87 30]

I'm doing ok' date=' sleeping was rough again last night because I'm a stomach sleeper, I just couldn't find a comfortable place to sleep. I"m very swollen and I'm noticing a lot of bruising this morning. I feel better than I thought I would feel. How are you doing?[/quote']

I was banded July 30th and I found this body pillow at dollar general store it was ten dollars it done me wonders it was a life saver