Wheety3

WellI was banded on Friday the 20th. Everything went great, I was most worried about getting the IV. I told the tech that came in about my fears and he said it would be quick and painless (ya right). He put the IV in my arm rather than the back of my hand, but it didnt hurt a bit. It hurt more when I have blood taken. After that I was relaxed. My OR nurse said they will be giving me happy meds and take me to the OR room, I remember going down that hall but the next thing I knew they were helping me wake up. I had to walk to the xray so the doctor could make sure it was in the correct placement. All was good. About an hour later I was in the car headed home.
I havent had much pain, I have been taking the pain meds every 4 hours just to be safe. Walking around the house and drinking fluids without a problem. Today is day 3 and I am getting the left shoulder pain now. I was hoping I wouldnt get it, my pain was almost gone in my stomach. Now I just have the shoulder pain. And it does hurt, but I will keep walking and hopefully it will subside.
My doctor told me that surgery day is the easiest part of this journey, I think he is right. Now it's time to eat like a bandster. I know all of this will be worth it. Good luck everyone.

I'm 15 months out and my stomach makes all kinds of noises. It doesn't really grumble like it's hungry but definitely makes noises at the quietest moments it can find...such as the middle of church service..lol

I am 9 months post surgery and mine still makes noises - not really growling but more like a girgle sound. I work at a large state University and attend many meetings - my stomach sounds are sometimes the topic of discussion - Like - "Feed you band - it is hungry !" It is a joke and we move on. Some days are worse than others. My doctor says it is nothing to worry about and sometimes drinking Water helps (room temp Water - not ice cold). Good luck on your journey and congrats on getting the band.
Melinda in Florida

April 20th here.... was approved right away. The doctor's office called and I am scheduled for April 20th. Start pre-op diet on April 6th. So excited

April 20th here.... was approved right away. The doctor's office called and I am scheduled for April 20th. Start pre-op diet on April 6th. So excited

Started my pre op diet today. I survived the first shake. Only 15 days to surgery. Can't wait!!!

I'm April 18th... Getting NERVOUS!! Finally feel like I've finished overeating and having 100 last meals and I'm almost thankful the liquid diet is coming up so I can be done already. hahaha. Excited!!!

I am also being banded on April 20th. Good luck!

April 20th here.... was approved right away. The doctor's office called and I am scheduled for April 20th. Start pre-op diet on April 6th. So excited

April 20th here.... was approved right away. The doctor's office called and I am scheduled for April 20th. Start pre-op diet on April 6th. So excited