I had my band put in on Sat as well as a hiatus hernia repaired. Had it done in Dolan Park Hospital (UK). The hospital is more like a hotel. Unlike any hospital I've stayed in over here. Such a calm tranquil air about it. The night before my op, my blood pressure reading was 117 over 79 (no, I hadn't taken any medication). the week before in Beaumont Hosp it was 131 over 98. The staff were so chirpy, caring and friendly, nothing was too much trouble for them!

On Sat, I was really great after the op till maybe 9pm when I first had to look for pain relief. Woke yesterday, feeling sorer to be honest and wondering how was I going to cope with the travel home. We were allowed to stay in our bedroom till 5pm which was fantastic. A taxi picked us up at 5.30 (compliments Hosp) and we went on our way. Home by 10pm absolutely exhausted but so delighted with myself!!

It was great that my husband was allowed stay with me!! He was provided with a comfortable fold down bed, that meant he didn't have to pay for hotel etc. I was even encouraged to bring someone with me. It does help having a partner/friend with you.

This is day 2, and already I'm having spells were I'm feeling

quite good!!! I'll keep you posted with how I'm progressing!

Maree

good to hear it all went well did you fly back that evening thats the hard bit the day after and its a great hospital where you getting your after care and fills i get mine done here in galway with paula shes great really hope things work out for u chat soon bye mr hip

Hi Mr Hip, I'll be having my fills done in town (Dublin) which is handy. Thanks for the encouragement! Can I ask how much weight have you lost?

Maree