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Hi Ukgrad89, Please do not pull the bandages if they are the strips covering the stitches let them fall off by them self that is what my Dr told me. Letting them fall off by then self will let the skin heal, Stay well. Mary

Hello Mason, I had my op on Mon July 25th . The day after the op I was to drink 6 table spoons of Water in 15 mins, I could only drink 2 tea spoons all day, I was able to go home. Later when home I slept still not drinking more then 22 spoons of water. Each time I would try I would burp I guess from the gas. I have only used 3 pain kills since Wednesday not bad. Had my first Gas X today. Let me tell you the first bowel movement you have will make you feel better. The first bowel movement might look like stomach bile as mine did (kind of freaked me out). What ever you do try not to push. As for protein drinks could do them before the op but not now as they make me want to toss my Cookies...lol. Best of luck to you. Mary

Hi, I have to say I had my op on the 25th. Was not able to drink a lot or feel like eating. But today I got 1/4 cup of tuna fine chopped. It took me all day to eat that and I ate it with a baby soon. I have to say eating with a baby soon has really helped. If your not sure ask your Dr. They will let you know what to do. BUT Do not over do it!! You have come this far baby steps (that's what I tell myself) Best of luck to you. Stay well stay happy. Mary

Hello Mom23, That's great news about the lap band. I had mine on July 25th. If there is anything I can help with please let me know. I have to tell you that you will enjoy Lap Band Talk very much. This is a place where you can ask questions and get answers. 99% of the people in this group are very nice and really do try to help. Stay well stay happy. Mary

Hi Witcy, I was just saying this today myself. I had my op on July 25th. I find it hard to drink much let alone eat. I am sipping water. I found that a cup of tea or coffee helped me drink. I think it was because it woke up my taste buds. Do not push yourself if you feel that you can not handle food. But Please Drink Something. I would call the Dr as that is what they are there for. Let me know how you are doing. Stay well stay safe AND DRINK! Mary

Hey Girl, Good to hear you are staying positive. That is the best thing you can do. Now what I can do for you is to pray for you that it all come together for you. Just so you know I just don't pray for just anyone...lol. Hang in there girl. Never give up on what you want !! Take Care Of YOU!! Mary

Hello, May I ask if you remember what it felt like and if so could you please tell me. I had my op on the 25th of this month. I was sitting on the couch and went to get up and felt what felt like a wiggle on my left side. I then felt my tummy on the left side and it felt as if something was sticking up on its side in the tummy. I must say everything freaks me out as I do not want to mess anything up. Thank you for any help. Stay well stay happy. Mary

I just want to say thank you so much for this post. It is so nice to know that one can still go out and eat with friends and not just eat Soup. Mary

Hang in there girl.

Hi, You are not being a b***h at all. I had the same problem but with my GP's office. They never sent the paper work each time I called, I had enough of this as it was holding up my op, So I called my Dr and spoke with him myself and he lit a fire under the people in his office butts. I would say call and speak with the Dr, and let them know what is going on. Best of luck to you. Mary

I know what you mean. I had a op about 23 years ago in Chicago I had a great Dr. But one of his nurses was so rude to me as I was having my op under general anistsa (sorry can't spell that word) .I told the Dr that she made me very uneasy and that I would like to have her removed And he did remove her that is why he is such a good Dr and one that I feel I can trust. Mary

Thank you the op was not to bad, I have some pain I am sure you will be just fine when you have yours. Stay well stay happy. Mary

Hi Cat, I have only had half a bottle of Water and a cup of apple juice since I have been home. In the hospital I could only drink 4tps of water. The Nutri I had told me just clear liquids till Fri. To tell you the truth that's fine with me as I still have a bit of pain, How are you feeling how is the pain? I hope to get out today and do a bit of walking as I need air, Stay well. Mary

Hi all, I just had my lap band yesterday and I am now home. I do have some pain and I have this very dark brown and white flem ball's coming up when I cough. Did anyone have his. I have only been able to keep 5 tsp of water down did anyone have this problem as well? Take care all. Mary

Hello to all, Today I have my op for the Lap Band. I guess today is my new birthday. I got up took a shower cleaned out the belly button..lol. I put the tv on and for the very first time I see a Lap Band Commercial what the heck. I guess this is my way of knowing that I am making the right choice for me. I just can not believe I am seeing this on tv today of all day's. Have any of you seen this on tv as well or on the day of your op. Would love to know if you have any crazy things that happened on day of you band. Stay well stay safe all. Mary

Hi Cat, Kind of knew I would find you on line before the op. We have a great Dr. Dr. G will make sure you are well and in good hands. I will say a prayer for you today. Might see you later after the op if not see you on line and at the next meeting. Mary

Great News Robbie. Just remember to put one foot in front of each other and you will be on the path to good health and Lap Band Health. So happy that you are covered . I too was like you afraid to call but bit the bullet and called. I'm getting my Lap Band tomorrow at 11am. Best of luck to you. Mary

Thank you Amanda I will try. I think I can do it.

Thank you Jonathan I will.

Hi ThinDarci, I just picked up New whey liquid Protein It has 0 grams of fat 0 grams of sugar.and is 42 grams of Protein. They come in fruit punch and grape. It is 3.8 FL OZ. I found it at CVS. Good luck to you. Mary

Hi all, Tomorrow I get my Lap Band. That means no eating today just clears. My family know that and are great supporters in my life but they must eat. My hubby is making bacon and I WANT SOME...LOL. I turn to my broth instead. Anyone having this problem? Please know that I am not mad at my family I just find it funny how the smell makes me want it. I do know in say 2 months I can try it I hope. Take care all. Mary

Hi Chris, I'm not sure so I'm going to stick to clear's like water coffee soup jello and look over my paper work on what to eat. I have been told nothing after 11pm not even water. Think I will get up early and then go to sleep around 10pm. Did they tell you to make sure that you wash your belly button out funny but true. I too will out for you. As I am on a CPAP machine they will keep me over night. Most of the Dr's G's patient's were told that they would stay over night. Not all of us were on a CPAP machine. May god watch over you as well my friend. Mary