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no-I was on clear liquids the first few days afer surgery-then after about a week liquids/soups. Now I am on "mushies" and am trying more solid things that are cut up really small. I'm really getting hungry some days. Today I had lunch at olive garden with some friends and had minestroni soup broth without the thicker ingredients. It was sooooooo good.

April 20th-Kelly C

That was a surprise last friday. I didn't even know I had it. Anyone else have one repaired at the same time as lap band? Did it slow down your recovery? I'm still sleeping a lot from the pain meds and not doing much. Thanks!

I had my surgery last friday and haven't had any pain and now my left shoulder is killing me. Any advice?

I am up and sooooooo thirsty!!! I'm ready to get there and get this show on the road. :confused: I can't believe after all the waiting it's finally here. :cool: I'm up at 10 A.M. Wish me luck! Kelly :tired :clap2:

Have you looked on the internet for medical procedure loans? I was able to find one several years ago when I was looking into a little plastic surgery. You might google it and see. The interest rate might be a little high but you could pay it off asap. Hope that helps. Good luck! Kelly

Oh my gosh-I am right there with you. My surgery is a week from friday on 4/20. I have 2 shakes a day plus I can eat something but I don't know what I can eat so I haven't. I did just have some chicken broth-yummmmmm. I have just been going to bed early each night.

Thanks for the encouraging words. I just finished my 2nd shake today. yummmmm. We do need to stay in touch. That would be great!!!! I am excited and so glad that I'm on my way. I had to quit phentermine 3 weeks ago b/c I had to be off atleast 4 weeks before surgery. In the meantime, without that and with the anxiety I have managed to GAIN 15 pounds. I think I have eaten everything in sight. It's really a relief to know that is over and I'm taking control. My plan is to exercise bunches this week and next to get ready for the surgery and get a head start. Thanks again! Have a happy weekend!!! Kelly