Getting Banded tomorrow (11/30)

[steph_co 9]

WTW - I had issues with port pain up until about 7-10 days out. And yes - I was taking Vicodin up until then. Of course, things were a little bit physical for me being at work, but eventually it calmed down. I felt like it was never going to go away. But it will - I promise.

[WorththeWeight 0]

Thanks steph_cn. That helps a lot! When that goes away, I think I'll be just dandy...

Good luck to all those waiting. And big thanks to everyone who's been helping me!

:whoo:

[southerngal_07 0]

Gas issues, yes! Noises I've never heard before...gas-x and walking seem to help. Also, lots of port site pain...feels like it's gonna just flip right out of there.

No nausea or vomiting (thank goodness) but I'm not sure if that's cuz of the phenegran or what. I havent eaten anything without taking that first and I've been able to take in everything normally.

I can't imagine not having the pain meds for the port site pain, tho. I've read some posts where some people are getting away from the meds. I'm actually calling tomorrow to see if my doc will give me more!

Other than that, everything's been fine. Took a shower today (which really felt good!) and I had a cup of coffee. That was good, too!

Glad things went well for you. I was banded on 11/30/07 too. My dr. had told me I would probably spend the night but I did really well and went home. The surgery was at 9:30 a.m. and I was home after an hour drive by 4:30 p.m. Also, the dr. found a hietal hernia and repaired it while he was in there. I am still sore but not taking much pain meds. My upper abdomen is very bruised too. Is yours? As far as gas goes, yes I have had tons of gas. Never heard such noises.. ha I made myself walk each day even if its not very far. The walking does get the gas to moving. Glad to talk to someone who had surgery the same day as I. Take care, Brenda

[tyman311 0]

How much liquid are you taking in Brenda? Are you back at work.

[southerngal_07 0]

How much liquid are you taking in Brenda? Are you back at work.

I am on liquids for the first wo weeks. Now, they can be thick liquids. I am trying to make sure I take in at least 8 cups a day. I have to work att. I am supposed to take in 800 calories/day. That is sure not hard to do if you drink any juices since they are fairly high in calories. I am worried about not getting enough Protein these first two weeks. The dr. said not to worry too much about these first two weeks but it seems you need plenty of protein so you will heal properly.

I am not back to work yet. I am planning on going back this Friday which will make it a week off. Good talking to you. Brenda

[steph_co 9]

Brenda, are you not allowed Protein Shakes? The only one I can stand is Slim-Fast low carb. 20 g of Protein.< /p>

[tyman311 0]

I will try the slim fast. That just fills me up sooo fast. 800 calories seems impossible right now to me.

[WorththeWeight 0]

Hi Brenda

No bruising on my abdomen but lots of port pain. Deep breaths still hurt, laughing, and coughing.

I havent had any trouble getting in the Protein but tough time with getting all of my Water in. I know I'm not getting enuf because I'm getting leg cramps every now and again.

The gas? Forget about it! My kids have made a game out of deciding what the monster looks like from the sounds that my tummy is making! It's crazy! Gas-x strips for 3 days and still have gas going strong. I'm thankful it's confined to my stomach though.

Anyone back at work having any issues with fatigue at all? I go back next week and am worried about that.

[steph_co 9]

WTW - I was back at work 4 days post-op. Yes - VERY tired. I was moving pretty slowly. I'm trying to think when that let up. It might have been about a week or more post-op.

[WorththeWeight 0]

How is everyone doing? It's been a week and I finally got off the pain meds. Still one more week of liquids and then on to mushies!

Feeling good but tired. Looing forward to solid food. Guess I just miss something substantial. I feel like I can't drink another Protein shake ever again but I know have to.

Havent weighed myself since the surgery. I've been reading a lot on the boards to just stay away from the scales for the first two weeks. I'll weigh before I start the mushies stage.

Have any of you weighed yourselves yet? What's your loss so far?:whoo: