deej

Mel, Everyone handles the surgery differently, but I think you might be pushing it if you try to go back on Monday. I am 4 days post-op and feel good but well enough to go back to work yet.

I am 59 years old and 3 days post-Op and feeling great so far. I expected this surgery to really take a toll on my body, but so far my recovery has been without pain or complications. I had my surgery in Tijauna Mexico on Saturday, Aug 18th and everything went smoothly. I thought I would have a problem adjusting to my new way of eating but so far I am sticking to the plan my doctor gave me. I must admit though, the first day of jello and apple juice did get to me, all I could think about was solid food. But I promised myself that I could do this and I know with a little determination I will. :mad: deej

Maddog2005, Hey - don't give up! I was banded on Saturday, August 18th and I thought I was feeling the need to eat as well. But, I kept a vivid picture of how small my stomach really is now and that made me realized that I had to follow my doctor's orders to avoid up chucking. I have been drinking lots for juices and eat lots of fruit popcicles and when I feel that isn't enough I drink some warm chicken broth. Hang in there - we are in this together and I know we can make our goals.