longbaygirl

I'm due my first fill in two weeks and I asked if I could have something to numb the area first and was told they don't give any novocaine or anything! I might have to get myself some Emla cream and apply before hand. Has anyone else done this? The port area is still pretty tender and I don't fancy anyone poking it around unless it is numb first.

Dawn - ouch! Hope you heal soon. Phil - yes, I've had an easy ride so far with being able to eat lots of things, but now I'm feeling hunger and really want to eat more, so it's pure will power rather than the band at this point. Just hoping I can last to my first fill without losing control.

Mmmm, I've got one large incision (port) and three tiny ones. And I was only on liquids for a couple of days post surgery then mushies for a week and then soft food. I'm now able to eat everything, but suspect that will change after my first fill.

Thanks for the info homewith2 - I'll ask my surgeon if he put anything in the band. Well done so excited.

Well done Lisa. I still drink while eating, but I've not had my fill yet, so I might not be able to do it then.

I love watching everyone's progress, it's really exciting. I've not felt hungry for the last few days, but not due my first fill for weeks, so there can't be any restriction - can there? I 'm eating solids with no problem, but after a small banana or half a cup of soup, I just don't fancy any more and stop - is this just my head - or am I really feeling the result of the band? I've lost nearly 3 kilos (6lbs) in 2 weeks.

Thanks for explaining.

How can it disappear? Where does the fill go to?

I was only on liquids for a few days post op and have been on mushies since - with the odd soft egg here and there and ripe bananas. Do feel hungry. No fill till mid-Feb, hope I can last out till then.

SoExcited - in theory, you are right, but I know if I just say 'it's personal' and walk off I'll just be the centre of all the office gossip and goodness knows what weird ideas people will come up with. They will probably convince themselves I'm dying of some dreadful disease! In practice, I'll use the 'hernia' explanation (thanks Leigha) and everyone will be satisfied and sympathetic when they see what I'm eating and will be helpful if I'm in any discomfort.

Thanks for the advice about being prepared. I'm back to work soon and I have a desk job and before being banded I ate in the staff canteen everyday. Now, I think I will start to bring my own food in - to keep me away from making all the wrong choices. I've decided not to tell my workmates I've been banded, however, they know I've had a small operation and that's why I've been away from work. Any suggestions of what 'white lie' I could tell - could I say I've had a hernia or something?

Good luck Jennifer.

Thanks for the advice on drinking booze - I'd quite like a glass of wine now and again and like the idea of drawing the line after a glass or two. Cheap date!

What - I have to wait 4 weeks!!!

Think most surgeons use dissolvable stitches, but mine are the (old fashioned) regular kind and will need to be removed. My abdomen looks like a kiddies stitching class! I tried some protein powder and mixed it up -yuk. Think I'll stick with soft scrambled eggs or lentil soup for my protein.