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I was banded 11/16 and hurt for almost 3 weeks. They fixed a hernia I didn't know about, and have had several other surgeries also. Lots of scar tissue in there so it takes a bit longer. As I was told, sip sip sip and walk walk walk and lots of gas-x strips. Don't be too hard on yourself. You can do this!

Whew... am I ever so proud to read its not just me! I am seriously in the #notsoladylike boat with y'all! Loud and proud! My 85 year old aunt explained it like this; top or bottom, there's always more room on the outside! Gotta love her! Congrats everyone!

Whew... am I ever so proud to read its not just me! I am seriously in the #notsoladylike boat with y'all! Loud and proud! My 85 year old aunt explained it like this; top or bottom, there's always more room on the outside! Gotta love her! Congrats everyone!

Sorry.. premature send button.. lol I too was banded on the 16th and down 32 from the start of liquids. Love the weight loss and learning how to use this tool! One question I do have for everyone is can you feel your port? Mine is still very prominent and feels like some liquid is around it. Anyone else? Congrats to everyone!

Hi!

I am uncomfortable still but I think liquids for 24 sounds like a great idea! Just proud to know that maybe im not stuck as I was really wondering how in the world could I get stuck on that! Ha.

Its part of my mushies, but im only day two so maybe it was too soon! Great. My luck ... ha. Thanks!

Hi all! I am 11 days post opt and not sure if im stuck or possibly stretched the pouch. I ate a small helping of mushed chicken and broth and a few bites of avocado for lunch. Now I am swollen at incision and really hurting in my middle back. Is this what stuck feels like? Don't think I hate too fast but some habits are still the norm... lol. Thanks for any advice! Y'all are awesome inspiration!

I was banded on the 16th and had a hernia repair (that I had no idea I had!). My back is very sore still too. I have found that some easy stretches help alleviate it some though. My question is, how long does it take to feel really normal body wise when a hernia is involved?

Congrats to you as well Banditiff! Keep us posted!

I too get my band the 16th! Counting down the days now! My two week liquid diet has gotten tough all of the sudden. Im not really hungry, but bored I guess. Lol. Congrats everyone!