Banded May 1, 2008.

[Benellid 0]

Hello all, I've just been banded and so far seem to be OK. My calves hurt and taking deep breaths hurt. Is this normal? How long will it last?

[kathystrick 3]

Hi and welcome to LBT! I am pre-op, so can't answer your question, but wanted to welcome you anyway. :thumbup:

[whaletail 0]

Congratulations!!!! I am 3 weeks post op and I do remember the calf pain after surgery, especially at night. It went away in about 2-3 days. Walking seemed to help. Your body has got to get rid of all the meds inside. Taking a deep breath and coughing will hurt for awhile, remember the doctor was moving around inside and the port was sutured to a muscle in your abdominal cavity. Holding a pillow when I cough helped alot!!!!!! Hang in there, I am just getting completely pain free now. It will get better!!!!!!! Congrats once again!!!!!!

[MrsFlipFlops 2]

Yes yes and yes! Normal. :thumbup: breathing was difficult for about 5 days. Coughing was excrutiating, but a pillow did help tremendously!