November Banders

[Ldimples 73]

My surgery is on Nov 19th, all of you have really helped me know what to expect. I am almost there, 3 more days. ???? A little scared but you all help me not to let the unknown paralyze me with fear. Thank you.

Edited November 16, 2014 by Ldimples

[Keeper 218]

Getting banded today, in just a few hours!

[meggs353 118]

Good luck! You'll do great!

[Keeper 218]

So I feel a little rougher than I expected to. Definitely more pain than I expected - but it is abdominal muscle pain, and I was very head achy earlier, probably due to some dehydration. I have had a cup of chipped ice, one Protein Shake, and I am working on a 16 oz glass of Water. I am dying for something hot to drink (like broth) and I was an idiot for not getting any beforehand. I think I thought I did, but obviously did not. I've also been sleeping a lot today.

Apparently I had a hernia as well, so they fixed that, too.

Um, nothing else to really say. Right after surgery I felt a little nauseous and had pretty bad shoulder pain, but that seems to have gone away.

My kiddos have been at school/with their babysitter all day. I think it is going to be an XBox night for them tonight!

Edited November 17, 2014 by Keeper

[briefs199 337]

I hear the hernia repair can make the recovery a little longer. Hang in there. Good thing you have a babysitter. I did the same thing. Kids didn't even notice!

Can you get an ice pop or freeze some Protein Shakes?

[Keeper 218]

ooo, I hadn't thought to freeze the shakes. I'll have to try that. Right now I am sipping on some chicken noodle Soup broth and it is THE BEST THING EVER, lol!

[briefs199 337]

Keeper

First night I was in the hospital so wait a little while more and you should feel better. Keep us updated

[Ldimples 73]

Surgery went well yesterday. The night was hard. They have you up every two hours to walk, for real. Was nauseous and dizzy from the pain medication. So I stopped taking it. Being nauseous and dizzy was worse than the pain. Going for a upper G.I test in a few and be able to go home by 1pm today. Glad that part is over

[Keeper 218]

Glad surgery went well for you. Hopefully you're home now and resting!

[Ldimples 73]

So far I am doing ok. Had to put my dog down today so that has been stressful. My CoCo was my little girl (toy puddle)???? Did a lot today dealing with that situation. Walking around really good, 350 steps already today. I did gain 3lbs, is that normal after surgery. Is the lap ban 3lbs?

I had 1/2 egg today and had 1/2 of Protein Drink so far.

[Keeper 218]

@@Ldimples I am so sorry about your dog. My family always had toy poodles when I was growing up.

I can't say for sure but I am guessing the weight gain is due to swelling or Water retention, etc. It's good you're up and walking. Wishing you a continued good and speedy recovery.

[briefs199 337]

I gained 3lbs also post op but it was gone in 3 days.

[Sophie139 38]

Wish I would've found this link sooner!! I was banded on 11/12!!! I'm glad to read that the November banders are doing well!!! I go back to work on Monday and I'm a little nervous since I'm still so sore. How is everyone preparing for the holidays??

[meggs353 118]

Hi Sophie, glad to hear you're doing well! I was banded 11/11 and went back to work last week. I found it was helpful keeping my mind busy. I just made sure I brought a lunch bag with the foods I needed for each day, brought Tylenol with me if I got sore, and took mini breaks to walk around the office. Good luck with your first day back!

[Keeper 218]

Hi Sophie, welcome! Good luck going back Monday.

As for holidays, I feel kind of lucky. Sort of. My husband and I moved to TX from TN nine years ago so we only go visit family either every other Thanksgiving or every other Christmas. This year is Christmas so for next week it is only going to be the 4 of us (hubby and two sons). dinner for is will most likely look like dinner any other night of the week.

However, last night I cooked the best beef roast ever and I was not happy that i couldn't enjoy it along with my family. Sigh. I am starting mushies now, though, so I am glad about that.