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I just received my 3rd fill 6 days ago and I've been having a lot of gas and gas pain. Has anyone else experienced this??? I'm basically still on liquids and mushy foods.

Hi sally, My progress has been slow also. I too have been able to eat whatever I wanted. I just got my third fill Thursday and I'm feeling a lot more restriction. Can't even drink a glass of wine. LOL Don't give up. Go on your trip and have a good time, start over when you get back.

Hi everyone, I was banded on 8/13/09. I had very little gas pain after surgery. However, I woke up this morning and the gas was horrible. It hurts so bad sometimes it takes my breath away. I’m taking gas x and walking a ton. Any more advise?

Just curious to see what instructions doctors are giving out regarding incisions, since we all know every doc is different. Mine said not to put anything on them and just wash with antibacterial soap and water.

4 holes and 1 port incision

I was the same way. Try to keep yourself busy today and try not think about it. The next thing you know you'll be out of surgery walking around. I still think I'm dreaming sometimes because it went so fast. Keep us posted on your progress. Good Luck!

My doc had me on two days clear liquids pre op. I had surgery Aug 13th and I did fine. However I am on 7 days post op of liquids only and don't move to softfoods for another week. Good Luck!

Banded Aug 13th, I just sent in friend request. What's the group name on FB?

I was banded on the 13th too. My doc is letting me have slimfast shakes along with my clear diet. I'm only taking in 380 calories a day. Is that normal?

Restless Monkey is right. I slept flat on my back last night with no problems. Support pillows are the key to sitting comfortably in chairs and the bed. For me it has been best to get up every hour and move, move, move. Good Luck with your surgery.

Bostonlady, I had surgery yesterday and I'm doing well. Walking is very important after surgery, it helps with the gas pain. My doc also put a patch behind my ear before surgery for nausea. It worked very very well. Don't worry about the surgery you'll do great. I've only lost a pound so far but I know it was the best decision I ever made!