Bunkport

My port was placed in the same location. This was done because I had a wound close to the area on my side where it originally was supposed to be located. I haven't had my fill yet, but my M.D. assured me that this location should not be a problem. I was banded on July 31st. If you are still having pain, I would say you need to contact your Dr. Otherwise I don't think from what I've been told there is anything to be concerned about. BTW...how do you feel after your fill? I have mine on Sept. 8th.

WTG!!! congrats on your success

I was in the same boat. Had surgery July 31st. The amazing thing for me is that I feel satisfied-not hungry- and the cravings I had in the past have disappeared. I am very aware of the foods I eat and making good choices. These choices satisfy my food needs and I have no "munchies" anymore. I also became aware of the difference between being hungry and just plain bad habits. I know I am rambling here, so let me just say this...I needed to become aware of and practice good eating habits. Having the lapband as a tool to help me with this has been a godsend! If you are ready to commit to making this total lifestyle change (and are up to having major surgery)...then this path may be just what you are looking for. Good luck and keep us posted on your progress. This wesite is great for information and support!

No other problems than the fogginess...hope your phlegm stuff clears up soon...doesn't sound like much fun! Good luck!

I wake up every morning (8+ hours of sleep) and I am very groggy. I feel like I am in a fog most of the day. today it finally began feeling better around 4:00 pm (US-Central time zone). Have any of you had a similar experience?

...sounds like we are on the same journey. I was banded at Alexian Brothers last Friday (July 31). I am a couple of lbs. lighter, but thought I would be further along. I feel great and have very liitle pain, so I guess I'll need to be patient. I must say, I'm not hungry, and have no desire to eat. Looking forward to eating "mushy" foods.

I was banded on July 31st. Check with your MD to see if they want you to continue on a Clear Liquid or Full Liquid Diet. Since I left the hospital I am on a "Full Liquid Diet". The Full Liquid diet includes Cream of Wheat or Farina made thin; Carnation Instant Breakfast (no sugar); low-fat (skim or 1%) milk; soy milk; high protein Boost, Optisource, or Ensure drinks; strained, low fat cream soups; and vegetable and fruit juices. Additionally I was told that I could add non-fat dry milk to any of these to add protein. I discovered that College Inn Culinary Broth is good. It comes in a 1 quart box and I found it in the same place as boullion cubes in the store. It is already prepared and is seasoned. The chicken broth made with white wine and herbs for seasoning is very good. I didn't care as much for the beef steak broth, but it did provide a change. I'm not a big Jell-O eater, but have become a big fan of "Jigglers" for the sheer pleasure of chewing something. I'm really not physically hungry...I'm just fighting the mental/emotional eating. Hope this offers some help.

They gave me a Bari-Bear at the hospital which helps greatly. If you have a "hard" pillow available, keep it near and hold it against your abdomen when coughing, sneezing, etc and it will really help. My sneezing attacks come in 3's...never had anything like it before...go figure!

I meant to add this to the end of my last post..."Please keep us posted on your progress!!

Are you any better today? I sure hope so. I was banded Friday and fortunately except for some post surgery aches and pains, all seems to be well.

I'd give anything for a fresh salad from my garden. Surgery changed from Monday the 27th to Friday the 31st. Another week of shakes... oh dear!! lol

Good Luck tomorrow...you'll do great!!

July 27th here which is my actual birthday and my "New Birthday"!!!