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Bramante45- my nutritionist advised me against creamy soups because of the sodium and fat. They do have low sodium soups out there, but not sure what kinds.

I was banded on May 13. The first couple of days were rough cuz of all the gas pain/abdominal distention. I am feeling much better. I start a full liquid diet tomorrow. My post op follow up visit is May 28. According to my scale, I lost ten pounds...hoping that continues. Not feeling hungry or anything.

I know what you mean about trying to talk to other ppl about having the Lap Band. It's hard for some of my friends to understand why I did it. I am very happy I did. I am new to having it, but I think it is going to help me. Please keep me posted on how your surgery goes. You are going to be scared, that is normal, but it's going to be okay. The first couple of days are the hardest, but they aren't too bad.

Hi Palmtreegirl70! I know exactly what you mean about being afraid to eat! I was banded on May 13. I have just sipped fluids throughout the day. My nutritionist said it's better to take it slow then to drink too much and cause yourself to get sick. I write down everything I take in so I know that I have at least get a decent amount of fluid as not to get dehydrated. The first couple of days, I too weighed about five pounds more than when I started. I panicked! lol It's definitely from all of the IV fluids and gas they put in you during surgery. I have been banded for a week and my scale shows a loss of ten pounds. I would just take things slow. You are healing right now. I am starting my full liquid diet tomorrow...I'm nervous, but I think it'll be okay. You know your body, so you'll know when too much is too much. :laugh:

This is one question I can answer! :laugh: I got banded on May 13, 2010. I was terrified!!! When I first got there, they type and crossed matched me (in case I would need a blood transfusion which I didnt). They also made me give a urine specimen. They started an IV and hung Lactated Ringers. I then got a shot of Heparin which didnt hurt AT ALL ( I was scared tho). I talked to the surgeon and the anesthesiologist. A nurse then came in and said she'd be with me all the way, gave me something through my IV. She said after this medicine, I probably wouldn't remember anything...she was right! I woke up in my room. I have five small incisions that have steri strips on them (butterfly sutures). They had me on IV fluids and a Morphine pump for pain. I must add I woke up with a Foley Catheter, but they didn't put that in till I was asleep. I had some abdominal pain from the gas, but walking really helped. I stayed one night in the hospital and came home. I have been on clear liquids for one week. I have not felt hungry or anything...a little weak which is probably expected. Tomorrow I go to a full liquid diet. According to my scale, I have lost ten pounds. :thumbup: You are going to do fine! I wish you lots of luck! I have only been on this site for one day and I have found that it is really helpful!

Hi guys! I'm really sorry to bother you again, but I had another question. I was reading some posts about things getting stuck. How does that happen. If you eat really small pieces does it still happen? How do you get it out? Oh yeah...what is "restriction"? I've been seeing this word alot in posts. Thanks guys!

Oh yeah and Catherine55....you look absolutely AMAZING. Your before pic was pretty too, but you should be really proud of yourself! You're beautiful!!!

Oh my gosh! Thank you all for your help! I am so happy I found this site because this whole thing is scary. I'm a nurse and I use needles all of the time, but I'm on the dull end of that needle. I am extra gentle with my patients because I know how much I hate getting pricked. Adagray, not looking at the needle is my plan exactly! LOL I hope you guys know how much you have put me at ease. Thank you all! :laugh:

Hi everyone! I just had my Lap Band put in last week. I am doing really good with the clear liquids. Tomorrow I progress to full liquids. I have alot of chest pains which I think is from the gas. I was wondering if you guys could help me with being so scared of having my first fill. Does it hurt? How long does it take? I now it's stupid, but I have been more afraid of getting the fills than of having the actual surgery. Thanks for your time! You guys look like you have done an awesome job with your band! Losing weight is not easy, so you should all be proud of youselves!:w00t: