Banded ER 0 Posted January 25, 2009 (edited) Hey, I was banded only 48 hrs ago by Dr. Mora in Montgomery, Alabama.:thumbdown: The procedure went fine with the exception of a discovered hiated hernia that had to be repaired. The only complications so far is GAS ! Dr. Mora has recommended that I walk at least an hour a day. It has been raining most of the day, so I'm keeping it moving inside the house. I haven't been consuming much liquids because I feel so bloated, but Dr. Mora stressed the importance of 60-64 oz. daily. Because of the hernia, last night was horrible for me, today is better, and I'm optimistic about the days ahead. I've taken TUMS for the GAS:eek: but not much help. Anyone has better suggestions that have worked expeditiously for you? Edited January 25, 2009 by Banded ER incorrect grammar in a sentence Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yarddawg72 0 Posted January 25, 2009 the gas will go away with the walking, no quick fix for that. I just tried to drink as much Fluid as I could, didn't get 64oz. kind of hard at first. I had to resort to literally drink one ounce every 15 minutes. Used a timer and everything. Just keep sipping. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gone 4 ever 6 Posted January 25, 2009 Congrats! Gas-Ex strips. The only thing I had post was gas. I love Gas-Ex. The strips work great. The pills I am not fond of. Good luck on your journey.:thumbdown: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KyBandChick 3 Posted January 25, 2009 I was banded on the 21st and have used the gas-ex strips which have worked pretty well but the walking is the best. If the weather is bad try going to a big store and just walking around. I went to costco today and got a lot of walking in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
babbs3772 1 Posted January 25, 2009 I think I pretty much ate Gas X strips for days after my surgery - they were my best friend, when I got tired of the taste of the cinnamon and the minty fresh strips I switched chewable Gas X. I hope you feel better soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnymommy 0 Posted January 25, 2009 I was just banded Jan.19 and the gas isn't to bad if you just walk. The weather here is cold and snow so I go to the store and just walk or even go to the mall.My biggest problem is the port area is so sore.When does that stop hurting? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
macpa90 0 Posted January 25, 2009 I was banded 1/12/2009 and the port is only tender when I bend in half at the waist.. Other wise it is pretty much normal. However, every now and then I move a certain way and I think that I can feel it. Not sure if it is the port or just some scar tissue from the incision on the right side.. but I have to say that the past few days have been great compared to the previous 10.. So hang in there it will all of a sudden be better.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banded ER 0 Posted January 25, 2009 Thanks for the encouragment! I totally agree that walking is the best solution. I felt so bad last night, I had my 15yr. old drive me to Wal-Mart & we walked around for a little over an hour. Last night's rest was the best and today is better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TQUAD64 9 Posted January 25, 2009 Conragts on your banding. The only thing that I found to help me with gas is walking. Gasx strips did nothing for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
