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Amber, Naturally your going to be swollen from the trauma of surgery. For the first two days after surgery I didn't hardly touch anything. Felt so bad I did not want to. Make sure you are getting enough Water, you gotta have it. If you can't keep anything down by the third day, I would call the doctor. Keep us posted. Michael

Nicole, Just be patient and try to get as much Water as you can stand. I was going through the same thing and yesterday my hunger returned. The swelling must have finally went down, cause now I am able to eat pudding and even some mashed potatoes. Just keep the water up and I promise the pressure will ease up. Just a word to the wise....last night while sleeping I turned over and layed on my port site. Took about 30 secs. for me to get up in pain. Took some pain meds and finished sleeping in the recliner. Might take up residence on it for a few days until it gets a little more healed. Michael

Suffering Stacy, I was banded on the 29th, and at first I thought I was gonna die. Today I am starting to feel better to the point where I want to go do something (ride my motorcycle), but that's probably not gonna happen. Luckily, my ex-wife kept my child during this last weekend. Only had my stepson and wife here. It was tough not getting cranky with him, but I am pretty sure it was the surgery causing that. Cannot even imagine having that kind of stress on me after what we just went through. Maybe it will calm down a bit today. Btw, it was nice meeting you. Manic Mike

Nicole, I was banded on Thurs. and am having the same feelings you are describing. About all I know to do is just keep drinking slowly and make sure your hydrated. Last night I tried some sf pudding and it felt really heavy in my chest. Not for sure how to describe the pain, but kind of like a rolling pressure. Luckily I am experiencing no hunger pangs. And lol....since I have been banded I have a new motto: "If I would have known it was going to hurt this bad, I would have put the cheeseburgers down years ago!"

Thanks for all the help guys and gals. Without this forum I would have been really lost and confused. Will try some of my pre-diet Protein Shake tonight and see if it stays down. Michael

Cashmere, I am on my 3rd day out and am finally back to breathing normal. It gets better. Still taking my pain meds, but I managed to make a trip to walmart earlier. It gets better. Day 1 and 2 I was thinking I had made the wrong choice, but today it's manageable. Both of you just keep taking the pain meds and holding on for tomorrow. Michael

Wow, This was somewhat tougher than I thought it was going to be. Some people on here report no problems and some say it is horrible. I am nearer the second one. I have eaten a little broth, and keeping Water down. Anyone have an idea on what to do for Protein? Lol...it's only been three days and I am stir crazy in the house. Going to try a trip to walmart Michael

Like everyone else, it's been a long road. My surgery is coming up at 8:30 a.m. Very nervous and alot is going through my head. Here we go! Michael

Nicole, I am having surgery on the 29th of this month. That pretty much makes us band buddies :smile2: And just to calm you down, I will post on here after my surgery Thursday and let you know how it went for me. Maybe that will help you out a little. <---nervous too. Michael

AmberK, I am on day seven of the pre-op diet and it gets better. The only thing I have really noticed is I am making alot of mistakes at my job. Normally I am pretty clear-headed and work with million dollar machines, but I just seem to be in a fog. You would think if anything I would be more clear headed than normal :thumbup: Oh well, maybe it's like a heroin junkie kicking the habit..lol Michael

Howdy, Am being banded by him on the 29th of July. Seems like everything is going according to plan. Michael

Sucks that your feeling bad, but it will clear up soon I am sure. Keep hanging in there bro! Michael

Nina, Think about it from his side.....poor guy is probably confused why you won't eat. Lol, some guys have plenty of problems reading women anyway. I think you ought to tell him, if he likes you it will not matter. Michael

Spoiltmom, Yes, I think it means fat free cottage cheese. It's the same diet I am on, but thankfully he is letting me make my shakes with skim milk (makes em better). I tried the unjury, but ended up going with Body Fortress whey Protein (Choc.) at Walmart. It's cheaper and not terrible. They ok'd it for me Good luck and it's tough going! Michael

Jamie, Glad to hear you made it. I am on day 5 of the two week pre-op diet. Keep us informed on how your doing. Michael