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:) Ok, I finally did it. On March 27th I was banded! After years of losing gaining losing gaining i finally did it. I was starting to feel like a human accordion! First off that 10day diet prior to surgery was so restrictive! I lost 10lbs from that alone! My doctor, Dr. Vittelo from Univeristy of Chicago said it was so he can visualize the liver better...not to torture me. I believe him he is a great guy. My experieince at the hospital was awesome.

Just 2.5 weeks after the surgery I feel great. No pain at all. I started off with liquids, puree etc., I know I should be careful but I ate a sandwich last night and had no pain, discomfort nothing. the only problem I have is that at the port site It is swollen the size of a lemon. My husband can not see it but I can feel it. Anyone else has the same experience? Is it because I started regular food early:crying:?

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Once the initial swelling of the abdomen began to go down, I "discovered" the port. Actually thought I had developed a tumor or something lol. One month out, and I still have some tenderness and swelling. Check with your doctor nonetheless.

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The band is around the bottom of the esophagus, at the top of the stomach,

under the muscle.

Where is the hose, under the skin on the fat (visible) or

under the muscle?

Where is the port, under the skin on the fat (visible) or

under the muscle, or

under the muscle with a cut out for it to poke through the muscle, for easier needle depth access?

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Are you supposed to be on solid foods this soon????What you are feeling is probably just your port,but if you are worried have your doctor check it out.Best of luck. Donna

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Being on my third week I am suppose to be on soft diet. I blend everything and chew alot! It is so hard not eat a regualrl diet since I have no adverse reactions. Does anyone else feel this way? Now I am worried that I advanced myself too soon. weight.png

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