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@leeshabeesh - I had surgery 01/22. I had so much pain with gas, they had to take the liquid out until i'm completely healed, hopefully that will be on 02/11. the scariest part was not being able to catch my breath sometimes because of it. anyway I "essentially" don't have the band right now because I have no liquid. I have not followed the soft diet like i'm supposed to, however I have noticed some changes. I cannot drink soda and I haven't come close to eating what would be a normal portion for me (before surgery). I've also made the mistake of taking a big swallow of food! I guess that's something that's gonna take a while for me to get used to! I don't anticipate losing a lot of weight until I get my first fill. I say let's give ourselves a break. We have to let our minds catch up with what our new stomachs will allow. I know none of us have had this surgery to buckle at our first set of obstacles!

i'm so sorry that you are in pain! it's crazy the range of pain those of us that have already been banded have gone through! it's from 0 to 100.

I had my first post op appointment today. The pain from the gas was too much, even taking my breath away sometimes (while lying down). I've been taking gas-x, walking, drinking peppermint tea but nothing was really working. The PA told me I had another week of that to go. After I cried, she told me she could take all the liquid out, which I opted to do. The theory is when I'm completely healed (another 2 wks) I'll get the band filled again. Not what I wanted but catching my breath is scary and I don't want to go through that for another week. uid uuuthththh

How much cheaper is it in San Antonio?

The doctor said it went well. I feel fine, the gas was pretty bad yesterday, but its subsided. I feel uncomfortable laying down (I like to sleep on my side). On my back i'm pretty good. I honestly feel better than I thought I would. Looking forward to the progress to come!

i'm in the Austin area. just had my surgery yesterday.

My date is 01/22. I'm excited and nervous as well. I'm sure this is the best thing for me, but afraid it's not going to be what I think it is.