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I am 9 days post op also and in the beginning I could only take in around 2ozs and they said this was due to swelling. Went to Doctor Thursday and he told me I would start feeling hunger in the next week as the swelling subsided more. I can take in about 3-4 ozs at each serving before I fill full now. You may still have some swelling, if now better by tomorrow I would call your doctor again. You don't want to get dehydrated.:smile2:

I have several friends who were banded a year ago and eggs in any form are the one food the can not tolerate. They say they feel like they get struck no mater how soft they make them. I am 10days post op and have had egg beaters twice with no problem. I think everyone is just different.

Congratulations on your accomplishment! :smile2:

I chew two fiber tablets daily, seems to work so far. I am post op from10/27/10

I was banded 10/27 and I am having the same pain, today worse than other days. I tried some ice it helped a little. I am going to assume it is just the healing process because this is where my intense pain was after surgery. So I am going to assume we are all experiencing the same thing and it is normal.:eek:

Deb, Do not allow yourself to be a slave to your scale. We are all in this with you, we have all had failed diets and we all have the same fear that we won't loose weight. None of us have done this without thinking through all the pros and cons and praying that this time this will work. It is hard not to weigh your self because we all need that little number to go down so we can feel that instant gratification of knowing we are loosing weight. So all of that being said, just keep doing what you are doing, taking in your protein watching your serving size and think about all the healthy food your putting in your body and the weight will come off, slowly but remember the difference this time is, "It is going to work". Good Luck and keep believing.:eek:

I had surgery on 10/27 I thought I would go back on 11/2(day after my birthday) I also have a light duty physical job,(A lot of walking to and from meetings and computer work) I returned to work last Thursday for a half day on Thursday and Friday. I was still having a lot of gas last Monday and Tuesday and was only averaging about 300-400 cal. I literally had no energy. Today Saturday, I really feel good, except this discomfort in my left side where the port is and where my largest incision is. I suggest you take at least a full week, it may have just been a simple surgery but as my MD said it is still general anesthesia and it takes a little time to recover. Good Luck.

You look amazing. Great work.

I was banded on the 27th went back to work yesterday, lucky I have a great boss and came home yesterday at 2pm and today at 3pm. Still feel tired and yes if I eat or drink to fast I get a sharp pain under my shoulder blade and feel this intense need to burp. I feel like I am lucky because I have a lot of co-workers who have had weight loss surgery over the past two years. I have only heard my stomach growl twice since surgery and still have never really felt hungry, from all I read I know that day will come. right now I am just enjoying the fact that I am not hungry. Have not idea what sliming is?

Your feelings are normal, we all felt both excited and scared and some days still feel that way. I am post op day 7 and today was an emotional day for me, but I made it through it and not with food as my comfort but with courage and an excitement for my new life. I have found reading everyones postings and realizing we all have so much in common even though we have never met. I know your surgery will go well tomorrow and just think this is a new beginning. How often do we get new beginnings. Best wishes and prayers your way for a speedy recovery.

I was banded on October 27. I knew I was going to have a problem with the protein drinks because of the smell and taste. I found a web site Bariatriceating.com and ordered some of their unflavored pure protein powder. I can mix this with my yogurt, soups or milk and get my protein with out the taste and smell of the regular whey powders. 2 scoops is 24 grams. It also does not change the consistency of the food. Good luck. Diane:thumbup:

Sarcaticandsmart, Congratulations on your decision to have Lap-band surgery. I was banded on October the 27. My suggestions for the next 16 days is to follow your doctors orders on the pre-diet. It gives you a nice jump start on your weight loss and prepares you for learning portion control. During my two weeks before surgery I was both excited and nervous. I had never had surgery before and must admit I was scared. I have a long way to go but am so excited to get started, I am tolerating liquids well and still struggle with my protein shakes because I am not a sweet drink person. I strongly suggest you take these next 16 days and find a protein drink you like because taking in your protein is very important to your weight loss and health. I found some unflavored, no odor powder I like that I can mix in just about anything I drink and it does not change the consistency or flavor. Good luck on your journey. Wish I had made my sooner.:hi: Diane