Getting scared

[jujusmommy07 59]

My surgery is at the end of October. I am getting a little nervous now.

Be honest... How should I expect feel after surgery? What is the band feel like?

[brazos2425 34]

You'll hurt some, feel crappy for a few days, your port will be sore for a month or so. You band will be open so you will be hungry for a couple of months. Stay strong follow your pouch rules and it will be the new HEALTHY you before you know it!! Good luck you are doing the right thing!!

[gowalking 10,790]

You may be fine after surgery or you may have gas pains, and other general pain and discomfort. Walking, heating pads, and time will take care of it.

The band doesn't feel like anything. You can feel the port when you run your hand over it and the more you lose, the more you will feel it. I don't have any fills so I can only tell you of my experience. I feel nothing when I eat. Meaning I don't feel restriction and no stuck episodes or throwing up fortunately. Once in a while I am uncomfortable if I've eaten a little too much but most of the time, I stick to band sized portions and either feel satisfied after eating or within a half hour of that. I do get hungry but I never feel like I'm starving or ravenous. I have to always be aware of what I am eating and how much. I stay compliant and make good choices and have had great success so far. Good luck to you and welcome to banded life.