Just Banded

[beckn 2]

Thanks so much and same to you! Becky

[sara21 0]

hey watchout good luck on your day i see u dont have a ticker also do u know how to put one up

[Wholenewme 0]

Hi, all! I'm feeling suprisingly well for the top of my 4th day out of surgery. I'm gaining more stamina and mobility each day. Right after I woke up I felt fine. In fact, I woke up with a smile on my face! :frown3: My first wave of nausea hit me when I tried to walk to the bathroom and then for the first 8-12 hours after that. I dry-heaved several times so they gave me something to prevent the nausea. By the first morning after the surgery, the nausea was gone. I had trouble sleeping the first night, but mostly because the nurses were constantly waking me to check vitals, get me up walking, go to the bathroom,etc. I'm a 'tummy sleeper' so having to sleep on my back because I'm too tender to even turn on my side is quite a challenge. I have taken the Vicoden at night at 1/2 the dose to help me get to sleep. I truly have not had what I would call 'pain' as such. It is more like just an uncomfortable feeling you have when you've pulled or have sore muscles in your abdominal area. I've been pretty lucky with the gas. Before surgery I hardly every experienced gas or Constipation :grouphug:, and so far I've not had much gas and no constipation (but no bm, either):confused2:... I have had a couple of instances of discomfort in my shoulder, but I've read that this sensation is associated with the gas from the surgery. I've definitely had that 'rumbling' like mama59 mentioned and the hunger pains, as well. But sometimes with all that going on inside, I have trouble deciding what is what! Anyway, I have a great Protein Powder (nutritionally speaking) and it doesn't taste awful, either. I took my first shower since surgery this morning and took the Patches off. The incisions are still covered by the steri-strips. I go for my 1 week post-op follow up on Tuesday. I think I'll try to go back to work Wednesday (8 days after surgery) My job is sedentary, as well, but I, too am worried about what to wear that will be comfortable? I'm anxious to see what the doc's scales say on Tuesday! Looking forward to hearing about everyone's progress! BTW - I don't know how to activate the 'ticker', either....

[COSkinnyGirl 0]

Hey newme... I got banded on the 24th and am doing remarkably well also. I had some serious gas pains the couple of days, but started to be able to 'pass' them yesterday and am feeling much better today. I am your same weight and age, but I have a couple inches on you (5'6"). I want to lose 80-90 lbs I think by my bandaversary as well. Based on my observations, it looks like ON AVERAGE people tend to lose at lease 10lbs/month for the 1st several months which makes it quite possible to reach your goal. Good luck...

[Wholenewme 0]

Thanks for replying, COSkinnygirl! I'm glad you're doing well, too! Are you tired of broth, yet (lol)? Do you anticipate returning to work (assuming you work outside your home) w/i a week or so?

[beckn 2]

Thanks for sharing your post op experience. It is very helpful for thoes of us who are getting ready for surgery. I kind of want to know what to expect even though I know that everyone will have their own experiences. Generally speaking, it sounds like it is tolerable. I have had laparoscopic surgery about 20 years ago it wasn't too bad. I just want it to be over with and on my way to recovery. What is the name of that Protein powder you like so much? Becky

[Wholenewme 0]

The name of the Protein Powder I am using is GR2 (google online). I did get other info from another bander who uses a powder called Unjury. I googled it and it sounds as good or maybe better than what I'm using AND it's about 1/2 the cost!!! I'm going to ask my doctor which he thinks is best. Oh...and that other bander also said that there is some sort of Protein Drink (not sure if it's Water or what) found at Walmart called 'Fortress', but I don't have any other info on that. Wishing you the best of luck as you move towards your surgery date!

[beckn 2]

Thank you so much for the information on the Protein Drinks. I also heard about one called Pro 5 which has 32 grams of Protein and 2 grams of carbs. My friend told me the the Cookies and cream flavor was pretty good. I am going to try a couple of them and see which I will stick with for my fast. Thanks again!

[summertime1199 1]

My Dr. gives everyone 30 days off - even for sedentary jobs. I took my 30 days - you need to rest after surgery. I could have gone back after 3 weeks but wanted to relax at home for another week. I am back at work now and am still having some pain after sitting all day.

[beckn 2]

I am going to take a week off and if I need more I am sure my doctor will give me more days off. I hope I can tolerate it. I may just have to work 4-6 hrs instead of 8. We'll see how it goes.

[cameroncapt 0]

My Dr. said only Tylenol for OTC pain killer, and they just happen to make an adult formula in liquid form, it helped me get through the day. Just wanted to let the people headed for surgery to know. Good Luck Everyone!