LadyHR

Hi, everyone: I'm 4 days post-op now and doing well. The gas pressure has just about gone away and I can raise myself from a prone position without much discomfiture now. I am noticing that my energy level is not back to normal so I take frequent breaks. I was off work through yesterday, back "on the clock" today but able to work from home through tomorrow. I think by Thursday I'll be fine to go to my office. It is so interesting to read the different approaches doctors take. I take HRT but was not told to stop them before surgery. They did give me a shot in the tummy which I was told was a blood thinner so maybe that compensates. I didn't have to go through all the tests many of you do. I went to a seminar, had a consultation with the doctor, had a chest x-ray, blood work and EKG. I did a two week pre-op diet (high protein, low carb). It was all done in one months time! It may have something to do with being self-pay but I'm glad it's already done. Good luck to those of you about to undergo banding!

Hi, everyone: I've posted some on the June 2007 Bandsters forum but since I am 56, I think this location will be helpful to me also. I had my surgery June 22 (two days ago) by Dr. Marsden in Hurst, TX. It was great that three of the surgical team have been banded and were willing to share their experiences - helped my husband a lot to talk with them. I'm doing very well and move around frequently. I can do almost anything comfortably except pick up something off the floor - the port site pulls a lot! The pressure feeling (gas) is very annoying but walking and heat does seem to help. I'm very encouraged at this point and don't feel my age was a deterrent in any way for this surgery. Looking forward to reading your posts.... Marlena

Hi, I went for my consultation last Tuesday, had medical tests on Friday, had to allow 2 weeks for pre-op diet and am scheduled for surgery on June 22. So it was about a month for me.