rshrn77

I have had a flat rash around my upper torso since 2 days post band. When I get hot it itches like crazy. I just have the steristrips on now. I do have a reaction to the nylon tape they use. I thought it might be from my pain med...I am 8 days banded. I use hydrocortisone cream when it gets bad. I would definitely call the doctor because this should not still be there after a month! Good luck.

I have been using straws but I have been wondering if sf gum or mints would be OK. I get a terrible taste in my mouth and brush my teeth and tounge frequently. Guess I will stop straws. There are so many unwritten rules to this. I had my band on 9/12.

Hi, I was banded Sept 12th, 7 days ago. Today I woke up and cried for about 30 minutes for no good reason. I am having the hardest time taking my regular medications, crushing and mixing with jello or tea. It is still YUCK! I still have quite a bit of pain where the port is. I called the surgeons office and they said someone would call me back. It is 8pm and no phone call. I just wanted to find others who are making it through the first few weeks.