New here; banded last Tuesday 8/11

[plkelley 2]

Hello, all, I am new here. I had my band placed on Tuesday, August 11, 2009. I am three days out.

I am having a really good recovery; minimal pain but lots of discomfort from gas. Walking does help relieve it, though. I had my surgery in St. Louis w/ Dr. Scott.

I am glad to find this place!

[ElissaB 1]

Hi. I am having mine next Tuesday and I am so scared. Were you?

[plkelley 2]

I was a little nervous and almost changed my mind as they were wheeling me into the OR, but I was not actually scared. I am an RN so I have awareness of what happens during sugery. That is helpful, I think.

[dgambrell58 0]

I am a nurse and had banding completed in June 2006. I have lost about 100 lbs. I love my new life and size. I wear a size 6-8. I was a 22 at time of surgery. Good luck to you... donna

[dgambrell58 0]

dont be scared. it is wonderful and really not painful at all. you will do well. take care. donna