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Wenjea, I got Dilaudidi in the hospital once but it was in addition to the IV pain killer. They wanted to see if it worked, which it did in combo. Now, I am not too sure. I am counting on this all changing after day 3! I have the tightness again, almost like a spasm, but haven't had a sip of anything in 25 minutes???? Puzzling. I think I would feel so much better if I could sleep. Since the surgery, the longest shut-eye I have gotten is 80 minutes! UGH! Any sleep hints from all you experts out there?

Thanks Jessica, I will sip much more slowly. Does anyone find relief from Gas-X? Are Tylenol Go-Tabs on the ok list? I cannot take codeine as I am allergic, so they gave me a very small pain pill which goes down okay, I just don't know if it is strong enough. I am trying to be positive because I am SO excited about changing my life, but it's hard when you feel like absolute shit. I enjoy reading all of your "stories" & input...makes me feel better! Thanks everyone!

I got my band Tuesday evening, and felt great in the hospital! Walked around a lot, no gas, not a lot of pain. But, since getting home last night I am just miserable! I cannot get comfortable anywhere. Forcing myself to drink the protein shakes, water is good, gas has begun but I am SO sore. Is this normal? I feel really tight in my belly, lower chest cavity. Help?!

Thanks Legster! I did just brush my teeth again, only to get the "wet" sensation in my mouth. How's it going for you? Happy one week of your band!

The hospital just called...the my surgeon had an emergency & my procedure is put off for a few more hours! I hope this isn't a sign of bad things to come...I am so psyched and anxious to get my lap-band! And, I am damn THIRSTY, almost 12 hours since I have had anything to drink!

My surgery is in 6 hours...I can't wait! But, I'm so nervous too! Any helpful hints?

My mother has the same mentality as yours! In fact, I haven't even told her about my scheduled surgery (6 hours from now!) I don't think I can handle her negativity when I am SO positive about the life change I am about to make! Just hang in there...you have to do what is best for YOU!! :eek: