gassyandbloated

i was banded May 28, 2010 Today is June 18, 2010. I have not lost any weight but to add to that I am still bruised where I assume the port is. I am in alot of pain on my left side and the port is sore. I read that gas can get up under there but that is gets better with time. Should I be worried about an infection? I am leaving on vacation on Wednesday and on't have time to see Dr. (Mexico) Does anyone know what helps with the pain? I have not had a fill yet.

I love to see everone's success stories and to hear all the hard work everyone has done to lose their weight. I was just banded on 55/28/10 and gained two pounds but I think it's all gas. When looking at everyones stories it would be nice to include everyone's height so I can see better where I stand in the way of what to expect. I am 5 and 8 and half inches tall. Going into surgery two days ago was 183 and now I'm 185. My goal would be 145 or 150. Is this a good goal for someone my height and weight? I am assuming it will be a slow loss.

I too was banded on Friday May 28th. they kept me overnight which was nice. I am sore but not unbearable. The worst part is the gas and my stomach feels so bloated and hard. did anything help you? I am sending my daughter out for some gas-x now. Hopefull I can expell a gas balloon soon and take some of this pressure off.