I hope its ok that I started this thread over on the post-op side! Just wanted to check in to see how those who have been banded are doing?

Im 5 days post op and Im HUNGRY. This all liquid business is really getting annoying. I think Im dehydrated too but Im going in to see my doctor today just to make sure everything is ok. I was feeling nauseous and still running a low grade fever. I talked with the doc last night and she said she didn't seem too worried about it but wanted me to come in today just to followup. Im going to ask her about starting some applesauce, pudding or thinned out cream of wheat. I need something more solid in my stomach.

To top everything else off- Im having female issues and bathroom issues. I started my period a week early 3 days before surgery even though Im on the pill and technically not supposed to start until this week. And I have a yeast infection from the antibiotics I got in the hospital. And then with nothing but liquids coming out I have a hemorrhoid. SHOOT ME NOW.

And the worst was last night when I was taking care of some lady business and was trying to be real gentle with my insicions so I didnt stretch too much and hurt them- well I got the MOTHER of all cramps in my lower abdomen (down below my belly button) that would not go away. I was in EXCRUCIATING pain and it hurt so bad that I really thought I was going to black out from the pain. After what seemed like 10 years (but really only 30 secs) things started getting better. But I called my husband upstairs and had him lay down iwth me just to make sure I wasnt going to pass out.

Anyways, after last night Im glad Im going in to see the doctor. I think I need to get some gatorade to drink because im probably dehydrated but just want to check with her to make sure its ok. And hopeing she will clear me to eat a little something. Im tired of feeling so weak and tired all the time.

If I am lucky, I am getting in about 825 calories. How many calories should I be trying to get in?

I aim for 900 a day. That seems to work perfectly for me. For right now the only exercise I get is chasing after my 3 kids but I plan to get back on the treadmill next week when school starts.

So after surgery, how much weight have you lost? I don't have kids to chase, but I have a dog I can. lol

Now that I'm on mushies, I am also getting in about 900 calories. I have lost about 7 lbs since surgery last wednesday but seem to be holding at that.

has anyone had any lightheadedness since surgery. I can't seem to shake it.

Im home and Banded!!!

Went in tuesday at 10:00am and my Dr assisted with another surgery ...emergency, so was late with me. 4:00 went in about . I was supposably in recovery by 5:00pm ish . Overall was a good xperience. I walked, walked , and walked some more in the hospital. No gas pain ths time ...ThankGod!!!!!

Apparently my surgeon is top notch , i overheard by another patient that he was flown to indonesia by the king and operated on a prince . I guess i picked someone good!

Beachbunny:

Congrats!!! Glad everything went good!

Congrats BeachBunny!!

Glad all went well for you and your home free, YAY!!

Dee

So...I had an important question that I forgot to ask at my post-op appt....when did your surgeon tell you that you can resume sexual activity? :smile2:

So...I had an important question that I forgot to ask at my post-op appt....when did your surgeon tell you that you can resume sexual activity? :smile2:

My paperwork said 3 weeks or when I felt up to it.

So...I had an important question that I forgot to ask at my post-op appt....when did your surgeon tell you that you can resume sexual activity?

mine said when ever you feel you can... i'm gonna play sick longer just to get out of having sex ha ha that's so mean huh? sorry but when your fat sex just isn't as fun as it used to be more of a chore then enjoyment :smile2:

I love honesty and it's nice to get it here. I don't want to resume it either until its right. It's fun for both and I think my sig other gets that. So glad to be here!

mine said when ever you feel you can... i'm gonna play sick longer just to get out of having sex ha ha that's so mean huh? sorry but when your fat sex just isn't as fun as it used to be more of a chore then enjoyment :smile2:

I have to agree with you. Looking forward to getting the fun back in it.

So I'm good to go !!! Thanks everyone !!! :thumbup:

I'm trying to be happy with the fact that I lost the 2 pounds that I had gained, but I'm still stuck on the same number. At least that number starts with a 2.

Congratulations to all of those that have been recently banded.

Now, I've got to have a chat tonight with my hubby about going to the gym. I'm a stay at home mom that works from home on the side, and I feel bad about asking him to watch our kids when he gets home from working. I have to be able to get to the gym though. I'm very tempted to order the p90x videos. Just worried that I wouldn't be able to do them.