Hey guys, I'm new here, banded on 6/29/10. So far it's been a bit rough. I was in a lot of pain for 4 days after the surgery. The gas pain was unbearable, and the incisions were right through my ab muscles. I remember thinking that I would be in pain forever, and feeling so depressed for electing to put myself through it. It did get better though, I'm still sore, but it's completely tolerable now. I'm just starting the mushy foods, which is a welcome relief. Right now, although I'm not restricted, I can feel the tightness. It's a very strange sensation. My pouch feels full, and I often find myself burping, while my stomach is completely empty. It's so strange. But I recognize my soft stop, and I've been really cautious about how slowly I eat. It's definite change but I'm excited! Hope for all the support from you guys! Thanks, Marissa

if you keep having gas, the only thing that will help you is walk walk walk and more walk....believe me it's the best thing. wish you the best.:thumbup:

Hey Marrisa, I too was banded 6/29/10. I wasn't in as much pain as you were, but I did have major gas. It has subsided a bit now. I am empty still as well. Up until today, I really didn't feel hungry. I am still on full liquid, per Dr.s orders. I see him Friday 7/5/10 and so hope I will be advanced to mushies. Best of luck to you my fellow Bandster!:thumbup:

Thank you! Yup, walking and swimming have really helped the gas pain! And I feel my ab strength coming back! Woohoo progress!

Congrats on your decision to make your life better and to be healthier! Sorry to hear that you've had so much pain, but I'm glad that it's getting better. Keep up informed with your progress.

Hey Marisa and everyone else! I was also banded on 6/29 and my recovery has been similiar, except I didn't get the major gas pains. I had gas, but I stayed on top of the gas-x and walked, even on the first day.

I'm still feeling full after very small meals, I can't even finish a Protein shake!

I was bad though and I had a sandwich yesterday. I'm not even supposed to be on mushies yet. Oops!! It was OK though, it took me almost an hour to eat it and you can bet I chewed it to nothing! By the time I swallowed, it was like a soup! I wouldn't recommend it though, rule breaking that is. I was dumb and it's not going to happen again!!

Anyway, keep walking and hope everyone has great success!!

I too was band the 29th. Not much pain and gas pains were tolerable. Still on clear liquids and will be until tues. next week and then full liquids. I do get hungry but fluids will fill me up and if I take it too fast I burp! Keep walking and take that Gas-X!