It's offical I am banded!!

[larae 0]

I had my surgery today and not have too bad of pain. My main problem is nausea and dry mouth. My doctor told me clear liquid for 5 day but not an amount or how often. Any suggestions? How long should it take me to drink a cup of Water?

Thanks,

Larae

[carmen74 10]

Congrats!!!

I'm 6 days post op. My doctor didn't give me amounts either, but I have been (trying to at least!) doing the 1 ounce of liquid (Water Isopure or Powerade Zero) every 15 minutes. In the morning I have about a cup of SF Jello, for lunch a cup of broth and for dinner either more broth or more Jello. Tomorrow I start my full liquids, my plan is to have a yogurt for Breakfast a Protein shake for lunch and probably a cup of broth for dinner :-)

I hope that helps!! :w00t:

[btrieger 21]

Congrats larae and your lack of pain is very comforting to those of us having surgery tomorrow. At this point, pain is my only concern.

Thanks!!

[chickadee81 0]

Congrats to all of you! I was told to sip about an ounce every 10-15 mins for the first few days. After that it was as big or as often as i could tolerate. Hope that helps

Brian-Pain really wasn't a big deal for me--even the dreaded gas pain we read so much about! The first few days per dr's orders I took my pain meds every 4 hours whether it felt like I needed or not. After day 3--I really didn't take them much at all. I would say it was "uncomfortable" more than painful. I am also a belly sleeper and was sleeping on my stomach within the first week! Of course I am lucky and only have 2 very tiny incisions though! Good Luck tomorrow!!!!! :w00t:

[larae 0]

Update from today. I ended up having to take some pain meds. My daughter (18months) elbowed me on one of my incisions. I waited awhile and was extremely sore so I did break down and take some pain meds. I am tender but this has been easier than I thought. My husband made steaks and mushrooms, baked potatoes and salad for him and the kids..... I had to leave the room until they were done lol! Good luck tomorrow!!

[Laura Lane 0]

congrats.....good to hear you're doing fine, as soon as you see results, the pain will go away for sure.:w00t: