1byfaith

You look fabulous. Keep up the good work!

Congratulations sisters in surgery! I plan on going back to work on Monday. I am feeling much better and have driven quite a bit. I live in Los Angeles and commute around 20 miles to work each way! Needless to say, I plan on leaving super early so I dont have to sit and traffic and risk getting super tired. I should be fine since I am off the vicodin except at night. I agree with the other posts that its hard to pinpoint the weird rumblings, discomfort etc I am feeling every once and a while. I havent gone #2 but I think its because there is virtually nothing in my intestines. Tomorrow I get to eat more like thinned out oatmeal, cream of wheat, yogurt and pudding. I think that will get my bowels back on track. I have lost 12 lbs since my April 10 pre-op appt 17 lbs since my first consultation in March. phwmn

Hi,

I was banded on 4-23-08 and things are going pretty well. I am feeling more gas discomfort now more than anything. Today was also the first day I felt serious hunger but I think its because the gas is starting to move around. I am looking forward to Sunday when my doctor said I can start the full liquid diet with protein shakes and thinned out oatmeal. I think that will help eliminate the bloated feeling. I didnt take any vicodin today but will probably take some tonight to help me get comfortable enough to go to sleep. I still cant believe I finally got banded!

Congratulations! I am scheduled for surgery on Wednesday the 23rd. I, too, am scared but very ready and really want some fish or turkey! Good luck and keep us posted!