I'm a newbie..Banded on Feb 23rd,2009

[honie49 0]

I really feel so computer stupid but here goes.........Banded last Monday in Mexico. I had a esophagus bleed that complicated everything but today (Sunday) I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. I am still pretty sore on the incision sites but concerned about the uncomfortable feeling when I drink. I take very small drinks. I have to be on liguids for 4 more days and can't seem to get enough drank for the day. Is it normal to have that (I refer to it as a ice cube stuck) pain in or around breast bone area this long? I'm just like alot of other bandsters...I was wondering why I did this to myself. I also want to thank everyone for posting your feelings and helpful suggestions.........they are a God send. BTW.......I am 57 yrs old and it really takes a little longer to heal (if you know what I mean).

[ksunfire 0]

Congrats....I was just banded on the same day....I am finally feeling a little better today....I had horrible pain yesterday in my breast and shoulder...had to be that gas I heard about....my incisions are still pretty tender also....each day gets better...I am going back to work tomorrow so I hope i will feel better once I get back into the swing of things...I am supposed to be on Clear Liquids also but I added in some cream Soup, sf pudding and milk....I seem to be doing ok on those.

[honie49 0]

Congratulations!!! and good luck with returning to work. I'm sure tomorrow will be better than today cause today is better than yesterday. I also added some mashed potatoes and milk today. Very full and still a little shakie.