IzzieBell

I was hoping some of you who are a little further along then I could offer me some information.

I am 6 days post op and have developed a "cramping" on my left lower side. It almost feels like the kind of cramp you would get after drinking Water and running....

Did anyone experience this?

Granted I do have diarrhea 3+ times per day.

I guess I am just a little concerned about band slippage since I read so much about it here.

I do also have sharp pains about 1 inch below the port incision but I am guessing that is the actual port rubbing against my inside making it home. ??

Besides that I am having trouble getting comfortable sleeping on my right side, port center left and am looking forward to sleeping on my stomach again.

How long before you could sleep on your stomach?

Thank you for your input and advice!!

Hello Nikki,

Just hang in there girl as each day goes on it gets better, the first couple of days I wasn't sure if I made the right choice. I was banded 2/19 I'm feeling great had a lot of problems with gas,gas,gas it was bad. How are you feeling now? Take a little pain medicine see if that helps. I'm 2 weeks out & went walking with my husband & dogs not to far. My stomach above my belly buttom is still a little sore I have a 2 inch cut there my port doesn't bother me at all. If you are not feeling better each day call the doctor & see what he has to say. No diarrhea I did at first & I would get it after my Protein Drinks, but now I'm fine go to the bathroom about every 3 days. We just have to remember that this is a life style change & I don't want to be fat anymore. Keep in touch if you want to e-mail me personal for support I will try & help you band sister. Be strong & it does get better

IzzieBell13@woh.rr.com

Izzie:smile2:

Yesterday I checked in the hospital at 5:30am and didn't get called back until 10:30am. I waited in the back until 12:00pm, but finally I was in surgery and wow I can't believe I did it! I was allowed to leave the hospital yesterday if I was feeling good so I ended up getting home at 8:30pm. What a long day! My hubby was grumpy through all the waiting so early in the day I sent him to my moms for a nap, he was alot happier when he came back. I felt really well yesterday, I was able to burp if I walked around so I did lots of walking. Since I am home now I had to wake myself up every three hours for a walk and drink and pee, dr.s orders. Today I am sore, like I have been in a car accident, everything hurts, achey pain. The soreness in my chest feels alot like plurasy and it is hard to remember to take deep breaths so my hubby keeps reminding me. But seriously this is not bad at all, I thought it would be alot worse. The meds help, i.e. my rambling, and walking makes me feel better. To all you who are about to go into surgery: Be Nice to the anesthesiologist he/she is very important and they can make things alot easier. Good Luck everyone!:biggrin:

Hello there I'm having mine 2/19 I'm so ready. The one thing that I'm worried about is gas I have always had problems with it after surgerys I will take your advice walk,walk,walk. I have to be there at 6:00am I hope I don't have to wait that long. Glad your doing ok other than being sore, I will keep in touch in case I need some advice

IzzieBell :thumbup:

Hello Friends,

Surgery date: 2/19/2010

State I live in: Ohio

Doctor: Dr. Bruce

Insurance: United Health Care

Age/Height: 49 (50 In July) 5'8

Current weight/Goal weight: 290/190

Why I'm I doing this: I want to be able to do things with my family/dogs & feel better about myself

Support from family & freinds: Family yes, friends don't no will tell later

Concers/Questions: NO I"M READY FOR THIS

Hi There-

First off do look for teh support group for those banding in Feb 2010 - just scroll down you'll find it. So, very, very helpful to get adfvice and share with those at the same level as you.

I had surgery dec 15th you can see by my ticker when i started the process i was 378, i'm proud to say I'm almost down 50lbs and its just been so great. Just a little more than half that loss is post op.

There is also a mentor/buddy thread on here with great wonderful folks who have been in your shoes.

Keep coming back and check out those success stories, it so reassuring to 'talk' with others. There is also a chat room which I have been in a couple of times to ask questions I needed answers to righ now!

Good luck in your journey.

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Keep up the great work, I love talking to all of you wonderful people

Izzie

How are you feeling? I have surgery 2/19 how did you do the 10 days before surgery mainly on broth, jello,soup? That will be hard but it is part of the process. What are some other things that you ate before the surgery.

Izzie

Hello Michele, This is going to be a life style change for all of us. It will be hard giving up some of the foods that I love but if it means being able to tie my shoes, walking my dogs, buying fat cloths (size24) it will be worth it all. Just to feel good & to be happy with myself I can't wait. My husband & myself just bought a camper & I can't wait to go out & enjoy the great out doors....Thanks everyone for your great support & being there, keep in touch

Izzie

Hello Michele, My surgery date is 2/19 & I can't wait. Have you joined Bandtalk.com it's a chat room. It has been a blessing for me, a lot go good info & information. It has really helped me a lot with some of my questions. Please join if you haven't. I'm 49 (50 in July)5'7 290lbs & have always had to watch my weight. I have always been very active but since I've gotten FATTER I have a hard time walking with my husband & dogs. My feet & legs kill me. PLus I stand a lot a work & do a lot of walking.At first my husband didn't want me to do this but we have talked about it & now he is very supportive. Let's keep in touch & we can support each other. The best thing that people have told me is listen to what the doctor tells you & don't drink Fluid when eating. Keep in touch talk to you soon

Izzie

That is great you won it how wonderful. Lets keep it touch I will no today or tomorrow my surgery date. My email is IzzieBell13@woh.rr.com e-mail me. I'm so ready for this also I'm so tired of the diet yo-yo. I'm 49 be 50 in July 5"8 290 pounds. Keep in touck can't talk long I'm at work

Hello there I will be having surgery probably the end of Feb. I have to train someone to do my job first. I'm excited about the journey but a little scared. Today is my first day joining lapband talk & love it great input & ideas. If anyone has any input,ideas,help about the surgery please pass it on to me.

Thanks for the input

IzzieBell