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.

I had my band put in on May 28, 2010. I went to Mexico where I never thought I would venture. I met a lady that went there two years ago and was fine. She also sent her daughter there for hers. I have to say, I am not sorry one bit. I was treated very well, everything was very clean. When I got there I went to my room and put on my gown and a nice dr. came in and talked to me about my medical history and I was given an EKG. All my vitals were fine. I walked to the surgery room and was put under. woke up about half an hour after surgery. Cant remember if i walked back or was wheeled back. In any case I had no sickness. I watched TV and spent the night and got blood clot shot and some pain med cuz I wanted to sleep good. I spent the night got up the next morn and walked to bathroom alone and took a shower so they could redress my stitches. All in all I feel great. I do have a bad headache and of course some soreness that I am sure will go away in a few days. I am sure the pain will be worth it once I can wear cute clothes again and look good and feel healthy. All in all I would go back to Mexico if I need anything else. they were wonderful. It really helped that a few people had gone there before me and were very happy. So I am home now and relxing and making my kids vacuum for me. I may play this out a little longer.:cursing: